Tobias Financial

JUNE 15, 2025

Retirement planning is deeply personal, and for single individuals, it comes with both unique opportunities and important considerations. Whether by choice or circumstance, retiring solo means you’re in full control of your financial decisions, but you also face distinct planning challenges that require thoughtful strategy.

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Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Though in practice, while a 1% AUM fee is a common 'starting point' in the industry, the actual fee structure can vary based on the firm's approach; for example, some firms may reduce the fee for high-net-worth clients, or charge an additional fee for separate and additional services (from deeper financial planning to add-ons like tax preparation).

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Nerd's Eye View

MARCH 20, 2024

Monte Carlo simulations have become a central method of conducting financial planning analyses for clients and are a feature of most comprehensive financial planning software programs. However, the results of these simulations generally don't account for potential adjustments that could be made along the way (e.g.,

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eMoney Advisor

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Whether they are on the cusp of retirement or living as a retiree, this is an impactful time of transition. Navigating the Retirement Transition with “Switches” Because the transition to retirement is dynamic and requires financial, lifestyle, and social choices, clients need a full understanding of their “switches” or options.

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Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that a CFP Board ad campaign promoting a career in financial planning to high school and college students sparked an uproar in the planning community, as some advisors questioned whether the messages being sent in the ads – (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that Congress appears poised to pass “SECURE Act 2.0”, ”, a series of measures that will have significant impacts on the world of retirement planning. Read More.

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Nerd's Eye View

MAY 17, 2024

Also in industry news this week: The SEC this week announced a proposed rule that would require RIAs to collect and verify their clients' personal information in an effort to prevent illicit activity, though many firms likely are taking many of these steps already Why larger RIAs and those that have been acquired tend to have worse client and staff (..)

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International College of Financial Planning

MARCH 12, 2025

Final Thoughts: The Path to Financial Security Starts Today Smart financial planning isnt about giving up the things you enjoyits about making informed decisions that align with your goals. The key is to strike a balance between enjoying the present and securing the future.

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 29, 2023

Jeff is the Owner and Founder of Cypress Financial Planning, an independent RIA based in Haddon Heights, New Jersey, that oversees $275 million in assets under management for 380 client households. My guest on today's podcast is Jeff Jones.

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Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 13, 2025

We've also rolled out a new private community specifically for Directors of Financial Planning (DFPs), who are increasingly becoming the lynchpins that drive planning excellence in advisory firms… which is so in alignment with our own Kitces mission that we wanted to start hosting a community for DFPs to further foster their success!

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Wealth Management

JUNE 11, 2025

But Here’s the Rub A comprehensive discussion along the lines suggested in the article I posted will require a lot of work by the agent, including all the data gathering, consultation with advanced planning attorneys, coordination with other advisors, presentation preparation, etc.

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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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Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

and why Suzanne has taken an approach of not trying to work and save for retirement as a time to enjoy when she gets there, but instead has structured her busy-season-light-season approach to client meetings to allow for more space to enjoy trips and time with her family now, instead.

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 28, 2024

Historically, advisors haven't had many avenues to manage clients' 401(k) plan accounts, since unlike traditional custodial investment accounts, advisors generally lack discretionary trading authority in employer-sponsored retirement plans.

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Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Taxes are a central component of financial planning. Almost every financial planning issue – whether it is retirement, investments, cash flow, insurance, or estate planning – has tax considerations, and advisors provide a great deal of value in helping clients minimize their overall tax burden.

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Nerd's Eye View

MAY 2, 2023

We also discuss why Jake and his team not only create long-term financial plans for their clients, but also focus on a 10-year vision to help his younger, travel-loving clientele start achieving more of their immediate goals so they're more likely to retain as clients by feeling like they're making near-term financial planning progress.

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 28, 2024

Historically, advisors haven't had many avenues to manage clients' 401(k) plan accounts, since unlike traditional custodial investment accounts, advisors generally lack discretionary trading authority in employer-sponsored retirement plans.

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Assets Management Compliance Retirement Planning 245

Integrity Financial Planning

JANUARY 27, 2023

Retirement is a time for rest, relaxation, and a chance to sit back and appreciate all that we have gained. Instead, we can take the time to slow down and truly enjoy the moments we have planned. However, it’s important to recognize that financial stability is crucial for personal growth during retirement.

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Don Connelly & Associates

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Whether planning for retirement, investing in volatile markets, or managing tax implications, clients are often presented with intricate information that can leave them overwhelmed, confused, and anxious, undermining their ability to make informed decisions.

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Integrity Financial Planning

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Now that you’ve worked to set up a great life after working for so long, it can be a great idea to help avoid those retirement blues and start your retirement off with a bang! One way to kick things off the right way is to consider having a party with your friends and family to celebrate your retirement. Throw a Party!

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Yardley Wealth Management

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Interest rates remain a significant factor in financial planning, affecting everything from mortgage rates to investment returns. The past few years have taught us valuable lessons about the importance of building resilient financial strategies that can weather various economic conditions.

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Financial Planning Debt Management Retirement Planning Retirement 52

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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Financial Planning Planning Taxes Financial Advisor 93

Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 27, 2024

The practice of asking questions has always been an integral part of the financial planning process. In the early days of the advicer industry, those questions almost exclusively dealt with facts around a client's or prospect's financial situation to determine (ultimately) what products the adviser should recommend.

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Integrity Financial Planning

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Before your generation, retirement had long been perceived as a time when life took a downward turn. Baby Boomers have been cool kids since their inception: introducing rock n roll, pop culture, mainstream technology, and now, reshaping retirement into a time of exploration, passion, and learning. Keeping Money for Retirement.

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Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

telling the client or prospect to share what prompted them to reach out), since people can sometimes perceive fact-finding questions such as "What have you done so far to save for retirement?" Accordingly, the process starts with fact-finding questions, which ideally should be open-ended questions framed as statements (e.g., as judgmental.

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Clients Communication Financial Planning Retirement 246

Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 24, 2023

Welcome back to the 317th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Jennifer is the CEO and a Senior Advisor for Milestone Financial Planning, an independent RIA based in Bedford, New Hampshire, that oversees $360 million in assets under management for 225 client households.

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Discipline Funds

MARCH 10, 2025

But 20 years is a long time and most of us aren’t disciplined to let our assets sit around for 20 years because we live our lives in the present. And so the better you can match your income or returns to your expenses the more predictable you can make your financial life.

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Assets Portfolio Financial Planning Insurance 75

eMoney Advisor

MARCH 16, 2023

Along the way, I’ve gathered six key insights about financial planning for Millennials. However, sometimes it gets to be too much when it comes to financial topics. I have to tell them there’s a small chance of that happening, but an easier route would be to buy a boring business from someone who’s retiring.

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Financial Planning Planning Clients Retirement 88

Integrity Financial Planning

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

It provides a unique blend of news, features, and analysis, presenting a comprehensive overview of current events. Sources : [1] [link] The post Become a Magazine Person in Retirement appeared first on Integrity Financial Planning, Inc.

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Integrity Financial Planning

DECEMBER 22, 2022

If you are an art lover and want to build your own collection in retirement, here are small steps to get you started: Art Demands You Listen to Your Heart. Plus, some of the fun of adding a new piece to your collection is figuring out how to best present it! 1] [link]. [2] 2] [link]. [3] 3] [link]. 1] [link]. [2] 2] [link]. [3]

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WiserAdvisor

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Most people start financial planning with the goal of growing their finances through savings and investments. But financial planning is not limited to increasing your wealth alone. Right from your income and stock investment returns to your property, inheritance, retirement withdrawals, and more, it is hard to ignore tax.

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Financial Planning Accounting Taxes Planning 80

Nationwide Financial

AUGUST 14, 2024

1 As they reach the traditional retirement age, many are looking at their financial future with some degree of trepidation and doubt. What’s behind this lack of financial confidence? For many soon-to-be retirees, the primary concern is not having a source of steady income that will last throughout retirement.

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Clever Girl Finance

JANUARY 10, 2025

This could include saving for a down payment on a home, contributing to retirement accounts, or growing an investment portfolio. By aligning your money values with your ethics, you create a financial plan that reflects who you truly are and what matters most. Start by identifying your core values.

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 13, 2024

What's unique about Eric, though, is how he has built Marcum Wealth into a multi-billion-dollar firm under the umbrella of a national accounting firm, in large part by cultivating mutually beneficial relationships with the firm's internal CPAs to get them comfortable providing referrals of their accounting clients to his financial planning business.

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WiserAdvisor

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Retirement planning can be a bit complex. There are multiple factors to weigh in, right from healthcare and inflation to estate planning, business succession planning, tax planning, and more. However, the main drawback to this can be the lack of foresight regarding what and how to plan.

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Budgeting Retirement Healthcare Food 103

Financial Symmetry

APRIL 9, 2025

Harnessing Tax-Advantaged Savings Retirement accounts and health savings plans offer the dual benefits of saving tax and building wealth. They arent just personal milestones but important life events and moments that should prompt you to update your financial plans.

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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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