Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 4, 2023

Financial advisors have a wide range of strategies at their disposal to create financial plans for their clients. This strategy is valuable because it generally allows for higher initial withdrawal rates than more static approaches that don’t accommodate clients willing to adjust their spending in retirement.

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The Chicago Financial Planner

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

One of the best tax deductions for a small business owner is funding a retirement plan. Beyond any tax deduction you are saving for your own retirement. You deserve a comfortable retirement. If you don’t plan for your own retirement who will? You need to start a retirement plan today.

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Nerd's Eye View

APRIL 26, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that the Department of Labor released the final version of its Retirement Security Rule (a.k.a.

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Clever Girl Finance

MARCH 19, 2024

No one cares more about your financial well-being than you, so having a personal financial plan is important. Knowing how to make a financial plan will allow you to save money, afford the things you want, and achieve long-term goals like saving for college and retirement. What is a full financial plan?

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Integrity Financial Planning

JUNE 5, 2023

A recent study by Investopedia found that Generation X’s biggest worry is retirement. The survey found that although many members of Gen X feel like they understand their finances, they are still concerned about setting themselves up to transition into retirement. 1] These numbers are very significant.

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Integrity Financial Planning

JULY 14, 2023

If you’re looking for some relaxing books to get into during your retirement, here are some great options! Ove, a recently retired and widowed man, finds his life taking an unexpected turn when a young family moves in next door.

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Nerd's Eye View

MAY 3, 2024

At the same time, the study found that potential breakaway brokers view the operational and compliance requirements of transitioning to and doing business as an RIA as a major concern, which could lead some of them to either leverage the growing number of service providers available to RIAs, or perhaps join an existing corporate RIA platform to take (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 3, 2022

For financial advisors, dealing with issues concerning clients’ children, from education costs to legacy goals, is a common part of the planning process. But a growing number of individuals are going through life without ever having children. Childfree clients can also face unique estate planning challenges.

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Clever Girl Finance

DECEMBER 1, 2022

No one cares about your financial well-being more than you, so it's important to have a financial plan for yourself. Knowing how to make a financial plan will allow you to save money, afford the things you really want, and achieve long-term goals like saving for college and retirement. Retirement savings.

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Walkner Condon Financial Advisors

JUNE 2, 2023

The importance of getting women into financial planning feels like it should go without saying. Unfortunately, we’re not quite there yet as a society, since as of 2022, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports only a third of financial advisors are women. In 2022, nearly 42% of the externships participants were women.

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Nerd's Eye View

JULY 10, 2023

As owners of financial planning firms approach retirement, some may decide to sell to an external buyer, while others may plan for an internal succession. Sometimes, this succession plan can include the owner's child, providing an opportunity to keep the business in the family.

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Integrity Financial Planning

MARCH 5, 2023

Are you unsure of how much money you will need in retirement? This is a very common concern for Americans as they approach retirement age. One of the easiest ways to judge how much money you will need in retirement is to take stock of how much money you need right now. [1] 3] How Many Years of Retirement Should I Have Saved For?

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eMoney Advisor

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

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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Integrity Financial Planning

JANUARY 9, 2023

1] However, in 2022, this number spiked to 9.1% 2] With higher prices in consumer goods, retirees may have had to reevaluate their withdrawals and spending on retirement accounts as their income became strained. Interest Rate Hikes Hit Retirement Accounts. Interest Rate Hikes Hit Retirement Accounts. 1] [link]. [2]

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MazumaBusinessAccounting

JULY 7, 2021

Financial planning is essential for anyone who wants to achieve financial independence. The goal of financial planning is to help you reach your financial goals, whether that be retiring by a certain age or having the money to open a new business. Establish personal & business financial goals.

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WiserAdvisor

JULY 1, 2022

The number of entrepreneurs in America has exponentially increased over the past few years. That said, entrepreneurship can sometimes be cumbersome in spirit, especially in terms of financial planning. Why is financial planning important for entrepreneurs? What is meant by business financial planning?

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WiserAdvisor

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

For these reasons and several others, it is essential to follow specific financial planning tips for dual-income families. If you wish to learn about financial strategies that can help dual-income families plan their finances better, consider seeking the services of a professional financial advisor for the same.

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Integrity Financial Planning

JULY 6, 2022

When taking out your retirement income, it’s important to consider the source. New statements may make it easier to see what you have, but what should you focus on when making a retirement income plan? Quarterly statements will be required to include numbers on lifetime income. ” – Brian Bowen.

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Fortune Financial

APRIL 11, 2024

The reality for those with various employers is that untracked retirement savings might lead to missed financial growth opportunities and instability. Diligent oversight and management of these retirement accounts is essential for anyone aiming to build a solid financial foundation for a comfortable and secure retirement.

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Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" – this week's edition kicks off with the news that Envestnet has published research highlighting a number of key trends that they believe will shape the growth of the advisory industry in 2024 and beyond, which reflect at a high level advisors' ongoing shift towards providing (..)

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BlueMind

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Category: Client Relations Financial planning is difficult for anyone, and even more so for someone who is a special needs person or has such a family member. Related: How Financial Advisors Should Engage With Female Clientele? Just like any other relief plan provided for special needs clients, it has certain limitations.

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Nerd's Eye View

MARCH 1, 2024

Nevertheless, given the contentious nature of the proposal as it currently stands (with the brokerage and insurance industries levying heavy criticism of the rule), its ultimate fate (including whether its scope might be narrowed) is likely to be determined in the courts.

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The Chicago Financial Planner

JANUARY 17, 2022

Annuities are often touted as the “cure” for all that ails your retirement. Outside of the most notable failure, Executive Life in the early 1990s, there have not been a high number of insurance company failures. An annuity can offer diversification in your retirement income stream. NEW SERVICE – Financial Coaching.

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eMoney Advisor

JANUARY 10, 2023

When financial professionals know how to effectively present a financial plan, they can better engage clients in the planning process and earn clients for life. Presenting a financial plan, however, isn’t as simple as running through the numbers. Communicate Clearly and Effectively.

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Integrity Financial Planning

MARCH 13, 2023

Over the course of your life, you have probably acquired several different retirement accounts, and you have likely considered many kinds of retirement strategies. 401(k) This is the most common kind of retirement account. 1] Traditional IRA IRA stands for Individual Retirement Account.

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The Better Letter

APRIL 6, 2023

Realistic Retirement Planning My children have consistently (and kindly) remarked about how grateful they are to have been able to graduate (with honors) from fine universities without any debt. Our retirement planning took a hit to do so. Thanks for reading. However, achieving that goal came at a cost.

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Carson Wealth

AUGUST 25, 2022

How much do I need for retirement?” Your financial needs in retirement can depend on dozens of factors – some known and some unknown. One or two million dollars may seem like a lot of money to have set aside for retirement. A Retirement Reality Check. Retirement has multiple factors and requires in-depth analysis.

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Nerd's Eye View

JULY 22, 2022

From there, we have several articles on the value of financial planning: Why it is vital for advisors to focus on their clients’ understanding of the value they are receiving, as well as what separates the advisor’s value proposition from the client’s other options. How some cities and towns across the U.S.

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Harness Wealth

JUNE 9, 2023

Recognizing the need for a financial plan is a significant first step toward the goal of achieving personal financial security. Table of Contents What is a Financial Plan? Table of Contents What is a Financial Plan? Why is Financial Planning so Important?

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WiserAdvisor

JULY 24, 2022

Financial planning can be helpful in many ways. Financial planning adds discipline to your routine. Financial planning is also helpful in tracking errors and rectifying them quickly to avoid further damage. Evidently, financial planning is even more crucial for high-net-worth individuals.

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Your Richest Life

APRIL 15, 2024

Do you have a plan in place for your retirement? For many people, the extent of their retirement planning includes signing up for the plan at work – which is often more of a starting point than a comprehensive retirement plan. Some 457 plans can allow for Roth contributions and in-plan rollovers.

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Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Also in industry news this week: While the FPA is going full steam ahead on its federal and state lobbying efforts to regulate the title “financial planner”, CFP Board is more focused on increasing recognition of the CFP marks. How firms can best leverage their internal data to improve the number of client referrals they receive.

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eMoney Advisor

MARCH 21, 2023

Historically, staying the course and following a financial plan has outperformed rash investment decisions when there are times of uncertainty in the financial market. But it takes a strong plan—and no small amount of willpower—to do this.

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WiserAdvisor

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

In retirement planning, the concept of vesting is more than a contractual formality; it serves as a retention tool that incentivizes employees to remain with their employer for a certain period. To grasp how vested balance works and impacts your financial future, it’s essential to understand the notion of vesting.

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Carson Wealth

MARCH 29, 2023

The same is true of retirement planning – if you zero in on your portfolio and nothing else, you’ll miss out on some major factors that can make a significant difference in your retirement and ultimately your bottom line. Taxes can be a huge drain on your retirement funds, and you need to be proactive about planning for them.

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Clever Girl Finance

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Starting early with investing for retirement is so important to secure your future self. This means that saving for retirement should be a component of your overall financial portfolio and wealth-building strategy. So, let’s discuss how to save for retirement in your 20s! The 401(k) Plan 2. Roth IRA 4.

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Nerd's Eye View

APRIL 4, 2024

Advisor Metrics, Cerulli Associates predicts that 37.5% (or nearly 110,000) of financial advisors will retire over the next 10 years. In its most recent report on U.S.

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