For high-income executives, the road to financial independence might feel well-paved thanks to high earnings. However, competing financial demands ranging from a mortgage and lifestyle expenses to daycare costs or college savings can derail even the best-laid plans. Read more…
Tax Benefits (and Pitfalls) of Owning Rental Property
After building an emergency fund and maxing out tax-advantaged retirement accounts like 401(k)s and IRAs, some investors find themselves contemplating the purchase of a rental property to continue building their net worth. Read more…
Evidence-Based Investing vs. Stock Picking
Stock picking and evidence-based investing represent two very different approaches to investing. Which way is best for you? Let’s look at the difference, some details, the risks, and the benefits of both. Read more…
Target Date Funds vs. Risk Tolerance Strategies: Which Investment Approach is Right for Your Company's Retirement Plan?
When working with your advisor to review the investment strategies for your 401(k) plan, many companies default to using Target Date Funds as the main option in their retirement plan. Read more…
Investment Strategies for Integrating Large Influxes of Cash into Your Financial Plan
Suddenly receiving a large windfall of cash—whether planned for or unexpected—is typically a great feeling. But that joy can often be partnered with stress about how to best manage the sudden influx so that it best supports your overall financial goals and investment strategy. Read more…
Exploring Bond Investments: Individual Bonds vs Bond Funds
It’s all about stocks in investing, right? You may be surprised to learn how “old school” bonds can be an important part of a balanced investment strategy—providing a predictable income stream and stability to investors when added to a portfolio of stocks. Read more…
Exploring the World of Bonds: A Guide to Building Your Investment Portfolio
Bonds often take a backseat to stocks when individual investors think about building their portfolio, but they play an important role in creating a diversified investment strategy. Read more…
Active vs. Passive Investing: Why "Boring" Investment Strategies Are Better
It’s a common debate in the investment world. Which is better—active or passive investing? Read more…
Will the U.S. Election Affect Stock Market Returns?
With election season heating up, debates on what a Republican or Democratic victory could mean for the stock market are intensifying, too. Read more…
What Are Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) and How Do They Work?
Employers grant restricted stock units (RSUs) for various reasons: outstanding performance, tenure, company milestones, or simply as a token of appreciation to drive employee retention, but often there is minimal guidance on what these are or how to build them into your financial plan to maximize Read more…
