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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. Let’s break each one down.

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Tax Planning and Health Insurance Premium Subsidies under the Affordable Care Act

Advisor Perspectives

A matter that can have large impacts on the marginal tax rates faced by individuals who obtain health insurance coverage through the ACA exchanges is the reduction of the tax credits (or subsidies) for health insurance coverage as incomes increase.

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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (March 30-31)

Nerd's Eye View

Also in industry news this week: With the new “T+1” rules for trade settlements will go into effect in late May, the SEC has issued a risk alert for broker-dealers and RIAs outlining the requirements they face and areas of focus for the regulator during upcoming examinations A recent survey suggests that while client satisfaction with their (..)

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What High-Net-Worth Prospects (Really) Want From A Financial Advisor

Nerd's Eye View

For example, an advisor may think of "risk management" in terms of life and property insurance coverage, whereas HNW clients may instead think of tax and estate-planning strategies as asset protection measures – particularly for the future wealth of their heirs.

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NAIFA Is a Strong Supporter of Life Insurance Awareness Month

NAIFA Advisor Today

Life insurance is a crucial part of any solid financial plan, but 41% of Americans say they don’t have sufficient life insurance coverage. For agents and advisors, LIAM is the perfect time to meet with your clients to make sure their life insurance coverage meets their needs.

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The 5 Pillars of Retirement Planning You Should Be Aware of

WiserAdvisor

Achieving financial freedom in retirement requires meticulous planning, dedicated effort, and strategic management. Without a solid plan, you risk drifting without direction. Within this framework, the concept of the five pillars of retirement planning emerges as a valuable strategy. It also minimizes errors and oversights.

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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. One effective method is financial planning. Financial planning helps you prepare for unexpected events like job loss, illness, or emergencies.