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Avoid These Equity Comp Pitfalls at Tax Time

Equity compensation is a powerful tool for building wealth, especially if you’re an early employee of a successful company. When managed effectively, your equity comp has the power to fast-track your financial goals and help you acquire significant growth.  And whether you love surprises…
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Why Age 50 Is the Perfect Time to Take Control of Your Retirement Plan

If you’re reaching the big 5-0 this year (or it’s soon coming down the line), this significant milestone is certainly worth celebrating. And for many, it marks another important event—the moment people realize retirement is closer than ever, meaning it’s time to buckle down. …
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Legacy Planning: Ensuring Your Mission Lives On

Ask yourself, “What do I want to be remembered for?” When we think about the legacy we’d like to leave behind, our thoughts drift toward those more immaterial things that might not fall neatly into a will or estate plan. That’s because true legacy…
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Family Philanthropy: Building a Legacy of Giving Together

Giving is more than just an act—it’s a way to build a legacy and strengthen family bonds across generations. Called “family philanthropy,” you and your family have an exciting opportunity to make a difference in a meaningful way. You can more effectively build a…
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Wealth, Family, and the Future of Care: Is Self-Insuring the Right Choice?

One of the most frequent questions financial advisors receive from high-income clients is whether or not they should self-insure their long-term care (LTC). With a robust portfolio, self-insurance might seem feasible, but is this approach the right choice?  For high-net-worth individuals, the answer typically…
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Creating Passive Income Streams Aligned with Your Mission

“Income” is typically associated with a salary or wages—you exchange your time, services, or goods for money. This is called “active” income. It requires effort on your behalf, which means it’s inherently limited to how much you can produce and what the market deems…
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Retirement Planning: More Than Just Numbers

Retirement planning isn’t just about calculating how much money you’ll need—it’s about envisioning the life you want to live. In fact, an effective retirement plan involves more than just financial calculations and number crunching. It requires you and your advisor to align your retirement…
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Navigating Election Uncertainty: How to Stay True to Your Financial Mission

As the 2024 election looms, the future feels uncertain—but your financial mission doesn’t have to be. While election years often bring a wave of market anxiety, the key to navigating this turbulence is understanding how to stay focused on your long-term goals. Elections can…
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The Power of Mindful Spending: Making Every Dollar Count

We’re exploring how mindful spending can transform your financial health and lead to alignment with your personal values….
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Discovering Your Financial Mission: How to Align Your Values with Your Wealth

How you choose to spend your money is important, and when done thoughtfully, it has the potential to make a bigger impact….
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