Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 7, 2024

Also in industry news this week: Backers announced the new Texas Stock Exchange, which seeks to provide companies with a lower-cost alternative to the NYSE and Nasdaq, which, if successful, could create a more competitive landscape and potentially better execution and reduced trading costs for financial advisors and their clients The American College (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 25, 2023

We start with several articles on retirement planning: Data showing where American retirees currently stand, from their average net worth to how they spend each hour of the day How, according to a recent study, delaying Social Security benefits typically leads to greater lifetime wealth than claiming benefits early in order to reduce portfolio withdrawals (..)

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Dear Mr. Market

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Three to six months worth of expenses tucked away in a high-yield savings account. We encourage you to reach out directly to us with your list of specific goals and not only will you find yourself more accountable but it helps us calendar reminders and check-ins to make sure we’re on track with you. A good rule of thumb?

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Nerd's Eye View

APRIL 10, 2024

First is the fact that stocks (specifically because they carry a higher risk level) have not always outperformed bonds, and while stocks should carry a risk premium, advicers can turn to Monte Carlo simulations to consider a wider dispersion of outcomes, versus relying on 'expected' returns when developing investment plans.

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Brown Advisory

OCTOBER 16, 2017

Investment Planning Options achen Mon, 10/16/2017 - 10:24 The decision to sell or hold a concentrated position may sound simple, but these situations are often more complex than they appear. They require the investor to reconcile investment dynamics, tax considerations and a variety of subjective, emotional factors.

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Brown Advisory

OCTOBER 16, 2017

Investment Planning Options. They require the investor to reconcile investment dynamics, tax considerations and a variety of subjective, emotional factors. Mon, 10/16/2017 - 10:24. The decision to sell or hold a concentrated position may sound simple, but these situations are often more complex than they appear.

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Darrow Wealth Management

AUGUST 30, 2022

Inherited cash, stocks, or a brokerage account. Inheriting money or taxable investment accounts has some big benefits. Jump-starting (or catching up on) retirement savings by investing the money in a brokerage account. Inherited IRA or retirement account. Then, you can treat the account as your own.

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Sara Grillo

AUGUST 25, 2023

I created this list of financial advisors for small accounts (less than $300,000 in assets) because there are alot of schmucks out there hawking crap products to people with portfolio of this size, and I don’t think it’s fair. Transform Retirement www.transformretirement.com Avg account size: Approx. Three Creeks Capital – Ryan A.

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Tobias Financial

AUGUST 17, 2023

Are you considering opening a certificate of deposit (CD) account? Our CEO, Marianela Collado , CPA/PFS, CFP®, CDS®, was recently quoted in MarketWatch sharing her insights on the process of opening a CD account. It’s always good to know why you are investing in a CD and whether that helps you reach your long-term goals.”

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MainStreet Financial Planning

MARCH 15, 2023

Even though the federal government has rescued SVB and guaranteed all deposits over the FDIC insurance limit of $250,000 per account, that doesn’t mean they will be doing it again for other banks. In the United States, any individual account with a balance of up to $250,000 at a bank is insured. and are not protected by SIPC.

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Gen Y Planning

JUNE 1, 2022

That’s more than a whole percentage point higher than present inflation rates and a far cry above savings accounts. The average high-yield savings account is only paying 0.60% interest currently. So if you’re one of those people who has been complaining about how low the rate on your savings account is, then I-Bonds are for you.

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Nerd's Eye View

MAY 21, 2024

What's unique about Dann, though, is how he has channeled the anxiety of having imposter syndrome, which still causes him to be nervous before every client meeting (despite having 17 years of experience in the financial advisory business), as a means to hold himself accountable to always be doing the best he can for his clients, which has allowed Dann (..)

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Talon Wealth

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Set Up Automatic Contributions and Max Them Out Once you’ve created a budget, you can set up automatic contributions to your retirement accounts. Many employers offer matching contributions for 401(k)s and other investment plans. If your employer is one of them, take advantage by making the maximum contribution possible.

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WiserAdvisor

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Overindulgence in information can lead to poor decisions, and excessive monitoring of your retirement account balance can result in stress. Checking your retirement account balance too often can have a psychological impact on you. Therefore, exploring the optimal frequency for checking your retirement account is essential.

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WiserAdvisor

APRIL 12, 2023

When planning for retirement, one of the most important decisions you will likely make is which type of retirement account to use. The Roth Individual Retirement Account (IRA) and the pre-tax retirement account are two common options. What is a pre-tax retirement account? What is a Roth IRA?

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Good Financial Cents

AUGUST 11, 2022

If you have a million dollars to invest or anywhere close to that, the steps below can help you grow your money so it lasts a lifetime. Ad Robo-Advisors move with the market to ensure your investments. That plan that accounts for all your hopes, dreams, and wishes should then dictate the investments you choose.

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Nationwide Financial

OCTOBER 18, 2022

As college costs rise, qualified tuition plans, or 529 college savings plans, can be an option for clients to save for their child or grandchild’s (or even their own!) These accounts can help your clients’ beneficiaries save for college and the funds can be used for various expenses relating to K-12 and higher education.

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Darrow Wealth Management

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Without periodic rebalancing, your investment mix will change as the market fluctuates, falling out of alignment with your target investment mix. To rebalance your portfolio, you’ll buy and sell certain investments to realign to your accounts with your desired asset allocation.

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WiserAdvisor

AUGUST 31, 2023

They can assess your financial situation, long-term goals, risk tolerance, and investment preferences to create personalized strategies. They can also help you optimize your savings and investment plans, ensuring that you maximize your earning potential while minimizing risks. Tax planning is not solely about federal taxes.

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Good Financial Cents

OCTOBER 17, 2022

To sweeten the deal, Robinhood didn’t require account minimums, so even investors with limited capital could start investing. Gone were the restrictions of many investing platforms with account minimums and hefty trading commissions. Margin accounts? ? million individual brokerage accounts. X X X X X X ?

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Integrity Financial Planning

OCTOBER 9, 2023

So, when referencing an income generation investment strategy, oftentimes, they refer to this concept of scheduled cash returns as a key characteristic of the investment strategy. What is a Total Return Investment Strategy? The total return strategy takes a different approach to an investment plan.

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Carson Wealth

OCTOBER 6, 2022

1. Employer match on 401(k) plans. There’s not a lot of mystery surrounding the 401(k) retirement and savings investment plan. 2. Health savings accounts. The health savings account, or HSA, can be a great tool to boost retirement savings. It’s been around for a long time.

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Clever Girl Finance

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

In addition, when you start to cut back, use effective money-saving tips, and use high-interest accounts, you may find that the cents start to turn into dollars fast and you find that you are able to save 50k. Figure out a payment plan that works for you—and your other investment plans—and take things from there.

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Carson Wealth

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Most employer retirement plans allow you to save on a tax-deferred basis, meaning that contributions into these types of accounts are not considered in calculating your taxable income. . Retirement plans, such as 401(k) and 403(b) plans, allow employees to contribute a portion of their salary up to a federal limit ($20,500 in 2022).

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Yardley Wealth Management

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

The post Part 2: Tax-Wise Investment Techniques appeared first on Yardley Wealth Management, LLC. Part 2: Tax-Wise Investment Techniques In our last piece, we introduced some of the tools of the tax-planning trade. Building: Are you maxing out your contributions to appropriate tax-sheltered accounts?

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Yardley Wealth Management

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

The post Part 2: Tax-Wise Investment Techniques appeared first on Yardley Wealth Management, LLC. Part 2: Tax-Wise Investment Techniques. In our last piece, we introduced some of the tools of the tax-planning trade. As you manage your investment accounts …. It’s one thing to have the tools.

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Good Financial Cents

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

residents 18+ and subject to account approval. Ready to Start Investing? Whether you are hoping to start investing small amounts of money or you have a lump sum of cash to get started, you should know that investing isn’t necessarily a “set it and forget it” activity. Open an Account Today.

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Darrow Wealth Management

OCTOBER 28, 2024

A strategy for managing your investments is also key: understanding your risk capacity vs appetite, balancing a need for a current income stream and future growth, and ways to be more tax efficient in taxable accounts. Put the plan into action. A liquidity event is a great opportunity to develop a long-term investment plan.

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Clever Girl Finance

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Women’s financial plans are unique, so their investing strategies should be, too. Find out more about women and investing, and discover ideas for creating your own investment plan. It was also found that millennial women are investing outside of their retirement more often than previous generations.

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Carson Wealth

OCTOBER 26, 2022

I sort of think of tax loss harvesting as the eharmony of investment planning. At its core, it’s about matchmaking and there are three core steps to making it all work: Step 1: You identify equities in your taxable accounts — stocks, mutual funds, bonds, as examples — that aren’t performing well.

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Clever Girl Finance

MARCH 19, 2024

What does my savings account look like? And do I have any money invested? Make a budget Budgeting is a key part of how to create a financial plan that works. Track your spending A master plan for your money should be an accurate representation of your finances, which means accounting for exactly where your money is going.

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Validea

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

But for those investors not blessed with the power of prediction, it’s better to take a long-term approach: devise a stable investing plan, invest in low-cost index funds that offer a stable array of stocks and bonds, and then do nothing.

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Nationwide Financial

DECEMBER 7, 2022

A market downturn at the start of retirement, hitting portfolio values when retirees begin to take account withdrawals, can be unsettling, even for seasoned investors. It’s not surprising to see many investors checking their retirement account balances more than three times per week (53% of women and 34% of men report doing this*).

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WiserAdvisor

MARCH 30, 2023

A goal-based investing approach is one such strategy. It stands out as it focuses directly on your goals, determining the amount of money you need to achieve your financial goals, and then developing an investment plan designed to achieve those goals within a specific timeframe. 5 steps involved in goal-based investing 1.

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WiserAdvisor

AUGUST 26, 2022

Are you good with numbers, accounting, and financial planning? If yes, then DIY financial planning might be a good option for you. On the other hand, if you tend to struggle with budgeting or find financial planning overwhelming, then professional money management could be a better solution.

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Clever Girl Finance

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Staying committed to my investment plan, even during market downturns, has been crucial. Instead of panicking and selling my investments, I maintained my course, knowing that markets eventually rebound. It’s easy to get emotional when the market dips and decide to sell your investments too soon.

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Brown Advisory

APRIL 13, 2022

assess their current financial situation, understand their long-term goals and objectives, and build a robust and flexible investment plan for the future – all while considering the intricacies (and importantly, the interaction) of the U.S. tax returns and the last six years of FBARs (Foreign Bank Account Reporting).

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