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3 new realities of retirement

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3 new realities of retirement Think about your parents' retirement for a minute. Their lives most likely look a whole lot different than their parents'. Your grandfather probably stopped working the very day he turned 65. He and your grandmother…

Common questions about financial planning

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What if I'm too busy? Don't wait until you're in the midst of a financial crisis before beginning the planning process. The sooner you start, the more options you may have. Is the financial planning process complicated? Each financial plan is…

Staying on track

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The financial planning process doesn't end once your initial plan has been created. Your plan should generally be reviewed at least once a year to make sure that it's up-to-date. It's also possible that you'll need to modify your plan due to…

Why can't I do it myself?

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You can, if you have enough time and knowledge, but developing a comprehensive financial plan may require expertise in several areas. A financial professional can give you objective information and help you weigh your alternatives, saving you…

Some members of the team

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The financial planning process can involve a number of professionals.  Financial planners typically play a central role in the process, focusing on your overall financial plan, and often coordinating the activities of other professionals who…

The financial planning process

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Creating and implementing a comprehensive financial plan generally involves working with financial professionals to: Develop a clear picture of your current financial situation by reviewing your income, assets, and liabilities, and evaluating…

Why is financial planning important?

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A comprehensive financial plan serves as a framework for organizing the pieces of your financial picture. With a financial plan in place, you'll be better able to focus on your goals and understand what it will take to reach them. One of the…

FINANCIAL PLANNING - HELPING YOU SEE THE BIG PICTURE

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Do you picture yourself owning a new home, starting a business, or retiring comfortably? These are a few of the financial goals that may be important to you, and each comes with a price tag attached. That's where financial planning comes in.…

Investment Tax Planning

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Introduction Investment planning can be important for several reasons. However, any discussion of investment planning is incomplete without a thorough understanding of the applicable income tax ramifications. Tax planning can help you reduce…