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4 Pitfalls of Not Having a Financial Plan

Carson Wealth

There are some things in life you just can’t plan for: an unexpected illness, job loss, death of spouse, disability. And while experiencing one of these major events can drastically impact your life, having an effective financial plan can help ensure that it doesn’t ruin your financial well-being.

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Taking Control of Your Finances: Why Financial Planning Matters

International College of Financial Planning

With the right plan, you can take control of your finances. Financial planning helps you understand your current financial situation and set realistic goals for the future. Here’s why it’s important and how to start Managing your money is essential for financial stability and security.

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Small-business Owners and the Value of Insurance in Your Financial Plan

James Hendries

A solid financial plan for small businesses is vital, and part of that financial plan should be insurance. Insurance is essential to preserve small businesses, cover their assets, and safeguard their employees. General Liability An important part of small business insurance coverage is general liability.

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Serving Clients at All Stages of the Financial Planning Lifecycle Effectively and Efficiently

eMoney Advisor

Of an estimated 104 million households seeking some level of financial advice, 88 million of those households want that advice from a financial professional. In this overview, we will explore the demographics of each stage, the financial planning needs of people in each stage, and strategies for serving them.

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How Your Health Should Factor Into Your Financial Planning

WiserAdvisor

Health and financial planning must go hand in hand to ensure you always have enough savings to tackle the unexpected. From medical expenses to the impact of illness or disability on your ability to earn a living, your health can have a significant effect on your financial well-being. What is health or medical financial planning?

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11 Financial Tips for Starting a Family

MainStreet Financial Planning

Update your life and disability insurance. Now more than ever you want to have appropriate life and disability insurance coverage, so if something unexpected happens your family will be OK. Get your estate plan in order. Name a guardian for your child in the event something unexpected happens to you.

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The SVB Situation and Your Financial Picture

Integrity Financial Planning

You’ve likely heard the news that Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) has experienced a financial shock. So, let’s get into the facts that can help put this event into context. The Series of Events Before interest rates started to rise, SVB, a large and respected bank primarily for tech companies and startups, had lots of cash on hand.