Jul 14, 2023 | Financial Planning, Holistic Financial Planning, Resources
Please review, and if desired, download and share the attached summary. The attached information has been furnished by a third-party and is being provided to you for your general information. John Hancock is not an affiliate of Equitable Advisors, LLC (Equitable...
Jan 29, 2023 | Financial Planning, Holistic Financial Planning, Investments, Resources
Every time something new happens in the world — whether it’s economic, political, or even health-related these days — it seems like the market reacts. Large swings, especially, may cause you to react emotionally, making changes to your portfolio that may not be in...
Jan 16, 2023 | Financial Planning, Holistic Financial Planning, Investments, Resources
“How can I provide for my loved ones when I’m gone?” What would your loved ones do without you? It’s hard to contemplate, especially if you’re still young. However, if you’re a primary earner in your household, preparing now can help ensure that your partner, children...
Dec 27, 2022 | Education, Financial Planning, Holistic Financial Planning, Resources
“How can I make sure my kids can afford to go to college?” A college degree has never been more important. Today, many jobs that pay a living wage require at least a bachelor’s degree. If you’ve got children or are planning a family, you may wonder how you can...
Nov 29, 2022 | Financial Planning, Holistic Financial Planning, Resources
“My family is growing. What do I need to do financially to get ready?” Having children will change your life in so many ways, but the part you may not anticipate is how expensive a growing family can be. A professional can help you get your finances in order as you...
Nov 29, 2022 | Financial Planning, Holistic Financial Planning, Investments, Resources
“How can I plan for the experiences of a lifetime?” Do you long for a secluded beach? The opportunity to learn a new skill? A chance for multiple generations of family to gather? A night out at an expensive restaurant? Experiences make our lives richer. In...
Nov 1, 2022 | Business Strategies, Holistic Financial Planning, Investments, Resources
“How can I pursue my passion without jeopardizing my financial security?” Even if you love your job, you probably have something else that you’d rather do. Maybe you always wanted to learn to play the piano. Maybe you have an idea for a small business. Maybe you’re...
Nov 1, 2022 | Financial Planning, Holistic Financial Planning, Resources
“How can I make sure I can cover healthcare costs?” Healthcare costs are high and growing, but your financial professional can help you prepare for the unexpected expenses that can come with injury or illness. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid...
Sep 29, 2022 | Financial Planning, Holistic Financial Planning, Resources
Retiring can be complex, even at the best of times. When couples stagger their retirement dates, there can be further challenges — and benefits. While the traditional assumption has been that couples will finish their working lives together and start enjoying all the...
Sep 29, 2022 | Financial Planning, Holistic Financial Planning, Investments, Resources
As we begin the caregiving journey, we are mainly concerned about our aging parents’ well-being and safety. This can be a difficult time psychologically for adult children as they watch their parents, once vital and in charge, become frail and in need of help. In the...
Aug 27, 2022 | Financial Planning, Holistic Financial Planning, Investments, Resources
While many people would like to stay in their homes as they age, it’s not always possible or practical. For example, your current home may be on two or more floors, which could be difficult for someone with mobility issues. It may be too large to maintain or be too...
Aug 27, 2022 | Financial Planning, Holistic Financial Planning, Investments, Resources
“Should I start investing now or wait till stock prices go down?” [or] “What is the cost of waiting to invest?” It’s often a good idea to consider investing as soon as you can. While the stock market goes up and down from day to day, your financial professional can...
Aug 27, 2022 | Financial Planning, Holistic Financial Planning, Investments, Resources
“Should I fix up my current home or buy a new one?” What you need in a house can change as your family grows or as your own personal tastes and needs evolve. You need more space for bedrooms for your children. Or you’ve been working remotely more and want to create a...
Aug 27, 2022 | Financial Planning, Investments, Resources
When times are uncertain, it can be reassuring to have a solid, well-thought-out investment strategy designed to serve you well for the long haul, no matter what’s happening in the world or the markets. One of your first steps in developing such a strategy may be to...
Jul 31, 2022 | Financial Planning, Investments, Resources
Considering life insurance for more than just funeral costs In the United States today, 60% of the nation’s wealth is inherited or passed from one generation to the next. Yet that wealth is not spread equally among the different races in America. Sadly, only 8% of...
Jul 31, 2022 | Financial Planning, Investments, Resources
As the pandemic continues, it’s not surprising that consumers are more anxious about achieving their retirement goals than they were pre-COVID, with nearly two-thirds saying they feel at least some concern over how they’ll maintain their lifestyle in retirement.* If...
Jul 31, 2022 | Financial Planning, Investments, Resources
If your parents’ cognitive health declines and you feel like they need help managing their finances, it may be up to you as an adult child to take over. But taking over your parents’ banking, investing and financial decisions can be a touchy subject, especially if...
Feb 2, 2022 | Resources
Thank you for attending our Identity Theft and Cybercrime Seminar. Please review, and if desired, download and share the attached summary. The attached article is being provided as an educational and informational convenience. Jeff Lanza is solely responsible for the...
Feb 1, 2022 | Resources
So you are a fiduciary (trustee) of your company’s retirement plan and have never had a complaint from any of your employees. While that is certainly a good thing, don’t think that you have dispensed with all of your responsibilities that easily. Your...
Jan 30, 2022 | Resources
Nearly every other week news breaks about another business that had its customer information compromised. The most significant of these breaches was Equifax…..a key credit -scoring organization that maintains critical information on nearly everyone. Our team as Ascend...
Jan 25, 2022 | Resources
It’s not just about the hike up the mountain. The most dangerous time on Mt. Everest is the journey down, not the ascent to the summit. Similarly, for most people, the “decumulation” phase of retirement planning can be more dangerous to a successful retirement than...
