Go out into your yard and dig a big hole. Every month, throw $50 into it, but don't take any money out until you're ready to buy a house, send your child to college, or retire. It sounds a little crazy, doesn't it? But that's what investing without setting clear-cut goals is like. If you're [...]
Why Do We Worry About Money? It may be surprising to hear, but even those who’ve accumulated substantial wealth may still worry about money. While financial success often brings comfort, it doesn't alleviate every fear, insecurity, or concern. These fears run deep, often stemming from childhood experiences, societal pressures, or the responsibility of managing wealth. [...]
Guarding Your Future: Financial Wisdom for the New Generation As the journey of independence begins, young adults confront a plethora of financial decisions that set the stage for their future stability. Effective money management is the cornerstone of building a lasting financial fortress. This Wealth Planning by Bob Chitrathorn guide delves into pivotal financial strategies [...]
There are several ways high-net-worth individuals can benefit from life insurance. It is a vehicle that could provide loved ones with an income stream, it can be used as an investment strategy, it may help to lower your estate tax burden, and it could also be a potential safeguard for business owners. Generating an [...]
5 Ways to Incorporate Unexpected Cash in Your Financial Plan Receiving an unexpected sum of money can be a welcome surprise, but deciding what to do with it can be a challenge. Should you save the money or pay down debt? Invest the funds or donate to charity? While rushing to book a vacation with [...]
Retirement seems like a long way off, but it arrives faster than you think. The big question is, are you ready? What exactly does retirement entail? Analysts suggest there are four designated phases of retirement that a person often experiences. Individuals may have to modify their strategies throughout the different phases to align with changing [...]
529 savings plans are a way to gift education expenses for those who wish to invest in a child's future. Funding a 529 plan is considered a gift to the beneficiary for estate tax purposes, and all contributions and earnings grow tax-free outside of the donor's taxable estate. As a gift giver, you can open [...]
Protect Your Children from Their Inheritance Wealthy families often find themselves grappling with how to effectively pass along assets to their children while ensuring those children are ready for the responsibility. As we tread towards the largest generational wealth transfer in history, there is a growing need to ensure those inheriting the assets are adequately [...]
The Newlywed’s Guide to Money Mastery Married life is not just a romantic journey but also a financial partnership. As newlyweds, mastering money management is crucial for laying the foundation for a prosperous future together. From merging bank accounts to planning long-term goals, navigating finances as a couple can be challenging and rewarding. This guide [...]
Keep Politics Out of Your Portfolio In our current environment, where political news comes from every direction, it’s important to remember the importance of impartiality in your portfolio. There is a certain allure of aligning your portfolio with your political beliefs, but the lessons of history underscore the significance of maintaining a clear boundary between [...]
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