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Should You Invest in Bitcoin?

The frenzy around cryptocurrencies only goes up by the day. All the excitement drives everyone from experienced professionals to average investors to wonder: what should you do with Bitcoin? Read more…

Tax Reform Status Update

Tax reform seems to be the topic du jour of everything from dinner conversations to media headlines. But the frequency with which it changes, not to mention the current length of the bills (more than 400 and 500 pages for the House and Senate versions, respectively), makes it difficult to sift Read more…

Why Alternatives Are Bad for Your Portfolio

It’s never been easier for investors to add exposure to alternative investments into their portfolios. Read more…

Physicians: How to Create a Financial Independence Plan

The transition from a training program into the active practice of medicine represents one of the great opportunities and challenges in the life of a physician. Finally, you are doing what you trained so hard to do: making decisions independently based on the knowledge and skills you have developed Read more…

Spending Too Much? Here’s What to Do

What do you think is the most common problem people have in the process of building wealth? Read more…

Estate Planning: Not Just for the Old and Rich

While executing an estate plan might not be at to the top of your to-do list, it’s one of the most important pieces of your financial plan. I’ll admit, it took me expecting my first daughter to get my estate plan in order—but hopefully this post will motivate you to get your estate plan in place, Read more…

Is Life Insurance for You? 3 Questions to Ask Yourself

When our first son was born, I insisted that my husband and I purchase our first life insurance policies. The topic of life insurance can be overwhelming—and not just because it involves dealing with your own mortality. Everyone’s personal situation is different, so the need and timing for life Read more…

How to Plan for College Costs: A Roadmap

Whether you’re a parent, grandparent or student, the phrase “college tuition” comes with some degree of sticker shock. The good news is that it becomes much more manageable when you create a roadmap and plan ahead. Read more…

3 Times You Shouldn't Roll over Your 401(k)

Financial advisors are quick to encourage individuals transitioning into new jobs or who are near retirement to roll their 401(k) account into an IRA. But is a rollover always your best option? While it’s a popular move, that doesn’t mean it automatically makes sense for everyone. Read more…

Transitioning Your Business? Consider These Questions First

Like most major life decisions, the choice to exit your business should not be made alone. Read more…