Pre-Tax or Roth? Your 401(k) Options Explained

Your personal financial goals can help determine whether you want to pay taxes now or later on retirement contributions.

Finding Your Partner: Building a Successful Wealth Management Practice
July 11, 2023 | 12:30 p.m. Central

Join us for a dynamic panel discussion with a group of Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) who made the decision to expand their practice to include wealth management services. This knowledgeable group will share their insights on both the challenges and opportunities they faced in making the transition, as well as the benefits of offering a […]

Private Equity and the Fear of Missing Out

Some investors are wondering if private equity would be a good addition to their portfolio. Here’s a breakdown of this evolving asset class. For reality TV fans, one might argue that the private equity world truly took off last year: Celebrity Kim Kardashian launched her own private equity firm. There is now over $4 trillion […]

How to Assess the Top Five Risks in Retirement

Retirees face five key risks when planning their lifestyle after their working years, and more surprisingly, they often underestimate them. Here’s what retirees should know to prepare.

Small Business Tax Mistakes to Avoid

For small business owners, a misstep in tax planning could result in a big, unforeseen bill.

Quarterly Outlook Q2 2023: Inflation Battle Wages On

In our quarterly outlook, we explore the Fed’s actions to curb inflation and how these are likely to continue despite recent turmoil in the banking sector.

Timely Strategies to Get Ahead of Student Loan Repayments

While you can’t control the student loan cancellation stalemate in the courts, you can take advantage of several student loan programs in 2023. As millions of Americans gear up to resume student loan payments after a three-year hiatus, many are anxiously awaiting the Supreme Court’s ruling on President Biden’s student debt relief program. While borrowers […]

Does Investing Internationally Still Make Sense?

Although risks abroad can be worrying, such as the ongoing war in Ukraine, investing in foreign companies remains a key diversification strategy. Find out why having international investments in your portfolio is beneficial.

The Right Time to Buy? How to Factor in Higher Mortgage Rates

Even if the current market isn’t considered optimal for buyers, it may still be the right time for you.

Funding a College Education with Taxes in Mind

While 529 plans are a popular way to fund expensive college educations, Buckingham Senior Tax Manager Shawn Williamson shares more options that may benefit both students and parents from a tax standpoint. According to a recent study, a year of tuition, books, supplies and day-to-day living expenses at a four-year university will cost on average […]

Engage 2023 | June 5-8, 2023

Join us at Engage 2023 The pace of accounting and finance is constantly evolving. From tackling emerging complexities and challenges head on to embracing ever-changing technology, it’s imperative to be forward thinking. You can’t afford to fall behind on advancing your skill set, pivoting your business needs, creating new revenue lines and utilizing the latest […]

Recently Widowed: Dealing with Immediate Financial Concerns and Planning for the Future

The strong emotions associated with the death of a spouse can become even more amplified by the overwhelming host of financial issues that need to be addressed. Where does one start? Losing a spouse is a life-changing event that married couples unfortunately need to be prepared for. Since survivors are faced with the daunting tasks […]

Buckingham’s Power of Partnership Workshop | April 19, 2023 – April 20, 2023

Looking to learn more about Buckingham Strategic Partners? Increasing your firm’s efficiency, scale and engagement don’t happen by accident or luck. They are born from leveraging the powerful resources of a forward-thinking, comprehensive advisor platform. If you are searching for a partner who is committed to helping you grow your firm, develop deeper client relationships […]

Avoiding Fraud, Theft and Overcharges

Senior Tax Manager Shawn Williamson provides several tips on how to safeguard your company’s assets.

2022’s Investment Lessons

While each year features new twists on the age-old investment stories, smart investors know how to apply the same basic principles to every event.

Economic Views: Inflation May Have Peaked as New Year Begins

As the new year begins, markets have grown somewhat more optimistic that the Federal Reserve will successfully bring inflation down without causing a deep recession.

2023 Planning Considerations and Strategies for Individual Taxpayers

Explore our list of key planning strategies and deadlines to make the most out of your 2023 tax season.

Ring in the New Year with a Fresh Look at Your Financial Plan

January is not only a perfect time to implement your personal and professional resolutions – it’s also a great reminder to review your financial goals, plans and strategies. Decades of data have proven that successful financial outcomes are more likely to happen because of purposeful and thoughtful planning. As we start 2023, I recommend my […]

How to Share Your Values with Legacy Letters

In wealth planning, it’s important to consider not just tangible assets but also the impact you hope to make on your community and family. This is often called one’s legacy, and a big component of that is intangible assets: your values and life lessons that can be passed down to future generations. As families and […]

Buckingham’s Leadership Team’s Book Recommendation

This holiday season, if you are looking for a book recommendation for your favorite bibliophile, yourself, a family member, friend or colleague, Buckingham’s Leadership Team is spreading the cheer by sharing a few of their recommended reads. “My father shared a copy of one of Larry Swedroe’s books at the beginning of my career, and […]

Inherited an IRA? Here’s Why Planning Distributions Early Matters

If you’ve inherited an IRA recently, here’s what you need to know about planning distributions and keeping up with changing tax rules.

The Great Retirement Debate

In his latest venture, Jeff Levine has teamed up with financial heavyweight Ed Slott of Ed Slott and Company to launch a brand new, consumer-friendly podcast, The Great Retirement Debate. In each episode, Jeff and Ed will go head-to-head knocking out critical topics in the retirement landscape. Through a coin flip, they take opposing sides […]

Top 10 Things to Do Before 2022 is Over

The holidays usher in a joyful time of family gatherings, holiday parties, fun with friends and the promise of a bright new year. But before you put a bow on 2022, there are a few financial housekeeping tasks that you should review. From my experience with clients, I have compiled a top ten list of […]

Clearing Financial Advisor’s Biggest Hurdles

Simply put, our goal at Buckingham Strategic Partners is to solve the problems financial advisors face on a daily basis. Like many “TAMPs”, we offer evidence-driven investment models, back-office support, portfolio management software and reporting, practice management and marketing support. But that’s only our warmup. Every day, we strive to bring industry leading services to […]

How To Navigate Your Student Debt Relief Options

There are three major parts to Biden’s plan to help those dealing with student loan debt. Over the past 12 months, the Department of Education under the Biden-Harris administration has championed a metric ton of program revisions and policy changes to the federal student loan system. The most recent Student Loan Debt Relief Plan, announced […]

Should You File for Social Security Early to Capture the Inflation Adjustment?

Social Security benefits will go up 8.7% in 2023, the largest adjustment in four decades. Here’s why you don’t need to rush to file to benefit from the increase. With all the talk about inflation these days, you may have heard the news that the 2023 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for Social Security benefits is 8.7%, […]

The A, B, Cs of Medicare

From Oct. 15 to Dec. 7, 2022, qualified participants can sign up to take part in the federal government’s insurance plan. If you are overwhelmed by the process, definitions and complexities of Medicare, you are not alone. According to the Centers for Medicare &amp Medicaid Services (CMS), almost 64 million Americans were fully enrolled in […]

Economic Brief: Labor Market Remains Tight As Global Risks Rise

While inflation has moderated since June, it remains stubbornly high. Shocks happening abroad are the main contributor.

What Caused Market Volatility To Rise

September turned out to be a tough month for markets after performance started to look a little brighter late this summer.

Five Reasons Your Financial Advisor Should Review Your Will

Financial advisors can offer a different perspective about the legal terms in estate documents and what they will mean financially for you and those who inherit your assets.

How To Start Strategizing for Charitable Giving Season

Starting to plan your charitable giving strategies now will prevent you from feeling rushed to meet year-end deadlines. It will also give you the time to think carefully about which causes fit best in your long-term legacy plan.

How to Find an Advisor You Can Trust

Several years ago, I met with a wealthy widow who had been quite a bit wealthier before meeting Mr. Bernie Madoff. After that devastating experience, she was very concerned about finding an advisor she could trust to act in her best interest. I know she is not the only person who has questions and concerns […]

The Game Changing Power of Conviction

To serve clients in an impactful manner, we can’t just think we are doing the right thing for them, we have to know it in our core.

Why Businesses Should be Treated as Investments

A business is typically its owner’s largest and most complex investment. It is also a fundamental piece of their personal retirement plan. But what if the business owner’s perceived value of the company does not reflect its true value? This could derail their personal retirement plan and their future lifestyle. Unfortunately, this happens often because […]

Should You Refinance Your Student Loans?

As a Buckingham Practice Integration Advisor, I am often asked this question: “My student loans are in forbearance. Should I look to refinance now?” Like most of life’s situations, there is not a “one size fits all” answer to this question. Instead, one must look at their personal circumstances before making the decision to refinance […]

What Should I Be Thinking About When Making a Capital Investment in a Rising Rate Environment?

Whether you want to upgrade to the newest technology, need to replace worn equipment or give your lobby a facelift, what should you consider before making a capital investment in your business? Unlike recent years, business owners now face increasing costs to carry debt. How do you make improvements to your business while still remaining […]

Independent Member of Buckingham Strategic Partners Joins Michael Kitces’ #FA Success Podcast

Are you looking for a TAMP that fits your firm’s growing needs? With so many choices in the marketplace, it may be difficult to find a partner that understands your needs. Independent member of the Buckingham Strategic Partner community, Neel Shah of Beacon Wealth Solutions, was in your shoes. He dreamt of growing a firm […]

Why The Location Of Your Investments Matters

Most investors have a process for deciding which investments to buy in their portfolio—with different objectives for building wealth over time. But once you’ve selected your investment mix, have you considered how the account that holds your investments affects what you ultimately earn? A potential game changer for your expected returns is the amount of […]

Invest Like A Girl

Investing can be an overwhelming process. Due to circumstances beyond their control, women face additional challenges and hurdles when it comes to growing their money. As a wealth planner, I have identified several areas of concern that may impact a woman’s financial health. Don’t worry, I’ve also included solutions and tips to help even the […]

Economic Brief: All Eyes On Inflation For The Remainder Of 2022

While there’s always uncertainty in the outlook for the economy and financial markets, a confluence of events has pushed the level of uncertainty to high levels.

The “4 Rs” of Behavioral Finance

In his book, “Thinking, Fast and Slow” , psychologist Daniel Kahneman examines the two brain systems that drive the way we think while also shining light on the common biases that impact decision making. As it turns out, our brains are hard-wired to make fast, intuitive and emotional decisions shaped by our own biases and generalizations. […]

Buckingham Advisors Named in Investopedia’s 100

At Buckingham Wealth Partners, we pride ourselves on cultivating talented and passionate professionals from the industry and industry peers across the nation agree on our hiring selections! Cheers to Buckingham Wealth Partners’ Head of Planning Strategy Michael Kitces for once again being awarded Investopedia’s Most Influential Advisor. Michael’s respected thought leadership, ability to shape strategic […]

Summer, Sun and Scams: Protect your Vacation from Fraud

The summer months kick off many seasons of happiness – the end of the school season for kids, BBQ season, baseball season (this is a happier time for some fans more than others) and vacation season. Over the next few months, millions of Americans will hit the road or take to the skies in search […]

Tax-Loss Harvesting: Making Lemonade out of Lemons

Like kingdoms, tides and my teenage daughter’s emotions, the stock market rises and falls. Although market downturns are inevitable and expected, they are never pleasant to experience. On the bright side, these dips present an opportunity to make the proverbial lemonade out of lemons by allowing Uncle Sam to share the pain. This is accomplished […]

Are You Staying Ahead Of The Curve?

Like so many of us, I joined the financial planning industry to make a positive impact on people’s lives. I have always found it rewarding to help clients fulfil their lifelong dreams, guide them in periods of transition and provide support during challenging times. However, as firms grow, advisors are often forced to focus on […]

The Human Side of Financial Planning

Buckingham Wealth Advisor and Registered Life Planner® Ken Rosenbaum explains how utilizing an advisor who specializes in Life Planning can help you live your most rewarding, authentic and full life.

Pride Month: How to Build Your LGBTQ Financial Plan

It’s LGBTQ+ Pride Month, and there’s no better way to celebrate than taking pride in your financial life! Buckingham’s Ryne Vickery shares five steps to help same sex couples create a wealth plan and get on the path towards financial freedom.

A Guide to Federal Student Loan Forgiveness

The past six months have brought about some interesting, exciting and unexpected changes to student loan repayment. In partnership with the U.S. Department of Education (ED), the Biden Administration has completely overhauled the very fabric of federal student loan forgiveness with two critical announcements: the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Waiver and the recent changes to income-driven repayment […]

Prepare Your Portfolio for Midterm Elections

How will the upcoming elections affect your portfolio? Buckingham’s Daniel Campbell offers three points to consider as America heads to the polls.

Leveraging Tax-Savings Opportunities with the Help of an Advisor

Buckingham Client Development Advisor, Amanda Merrill, breaks down four considerations to help maximize your tax-savings opportunities.

The Big Spend

Put down your mask and pick up your credit cards! The big spend is upon us…

Welcome to the Family!

Buckingham is excited to offer a warm welcome to our newest acquisition in Overland Park, Kansas – Lumia Wealth. Headed by Principal and Wealth Advisor Brian R. Brush, Lumia specializes in creating investment strategies for professional couples, physicians, women, members of the LGBTQ community and the socially conscious investor. Founded in 2002, Lumia is a […]

How an Advisor Helps His Daughter Search for Her Dream College

I hope this helps you find schools that will prepare your children for success and happiness without compromising your retirement or other financial goals.

Five Ways Women Can Take Control of Their Finances

Women’s individual and collective experiences, situations, challenges and solutions vary widely. This makes it nearly impossible – and irresponsible – to apply a “one size fits all” approach to women’s wealth management. But one thing we do know, our paths to achieving financial stability and success can vary greatly from those of men. Rather than […]

Join Us at Engage 2022, Save On Registration

Expert programming is the engine that drives AICPA® & CIMA® ENGAGE 22. From new regulatory updates to the latest strategies for high-income individuals, our presenters and panelists will elevate your expertise personal financial planning, estate planning, tax and additional, focused learning tracks. Hear from Buckingham’s Kevin Grogan and Jeffrey Levine as they share their perspectives […]

Planning for a Loved One with Special Needs

The US Census Bureau has reported that one in five individuals suffer from an intellectual, physical or mental disability. While many government programs and benefits are available, it is often hard to maneuver through the sea of red tape to take advantage of them. By not planning for the future of your loved one, you could […]

Part Two: Everything You Need to Know About Tax Fraud

In the second installment of the series, I will explore clues your information may have been compromised.

Part One: Everything You Need to Know About Tax Fraud

In the first installment of this two-part series, I will arm you with helpful information you can use to reduce your odds of becoming a victim of tax-related identity theft.

Identity Theft Checklist and Prevention

Identity Theft Prevention Identity theft occurs when someone steals your personal information to commit fraud, such as fraudulently opening accounts, gaining access to accounts, filing tax returns, filing for unemployment benefits, obtaining medical services, or sending fake bills to your health insurer, etc. Below are different ways to prevent identity theft and protect yourself from […]

Perspectives for 2022: Buckingham’s Thoughts on the Year Ahead

The market will go up and the market will go down. No matter which direction it is headed, your best defense is to speak with your financial advisor about developing a risk-tolerant plan and sticking to it- while, as I like to say, controlling the “controllables.”

3 Reasons the New RMD Tables for 2022 (And Beyond) Are Overrated

On November 7, 2019, the IRS proposed doing something that it had not done in nearly two decades…update the life expectancy tables used to calculate required minimum distributions by IRA, 401(k), other retirement account owners and many beneficiaries. More than a year later, on November 12, 2020, the IRS finalized those changes, and released updated […]

5 Strategies We ❤

To mark Valentine’s Day this year, we asked five advisors to spread the love (the love of financial well-being, that is) by sharing a wide range of wealth planning tips that are near and dear to their hearts. So how does Buckingham love thee? Let us count the ways…. 1. Leverage an HSA: “One strategy […]

Do We Buy It or Do We Build It?

It’s a question every growing business eventually faces: Do we buy it or do we build it? To meet client demands and create economies of scale, companies like Apple, Amazon, Netflix and Microsoft all buy some of their services. Conventional wisdom mandates that a modern company only build tools that enhance ROI and build up […]

2021’s Investment Lessons

Every year, the market gifts us invaluable lessons on investment strategies. While each year is different, many of these lessons are reinforced or repeated year after year; that’s why one of my favorite sayings is that there’s nothing new in investing, only investment history you don’t know. Before you read the 10 lessons 2021 taught […]

Patience Pays in Volatile Markets

With the recent uptick in market volatility and the poor start to the year for the U.S. stock market, I wanted to recap where markets stand and reiterate three time-tested principles that I believe are as relevant now as they have been over the modern history of financial markets. Zooming out, it is first important […]

Stay Ahead of the Game: Important 2022 Tax Updates for Baby Boomers

Paying taxes is something you can’t escape; but being aware of new tax rules and revised federal deadlines can make preparing and paying your taxes a little less painful each year. Here are five major tax revisions – plus noteworthy cutoff dates – every baby boomer needs to know ASAP to avoid late fees, cash […]

5 New Year’s Resolutions to Keep You Financially Fit in 2022

We’ve all said it…“I’ll start on January 1.” Whether it’s hitting the gym or eating more vegetables, every year millions of Americans make resolutions to better themselves. Besides building strength with a yoga practice, the new year is a great opportunity to bulk up your financial muscle. As a wealth advisor for over 20 years, […]

Getting Real About Retirement Risks and Rewards

No two retirements are ever going to look exactly the same, because each of us will enter that phase of life with a different set of circumstances, expectations and financial realities. But by exploring a few hypothetical scenarios, we should be able to shed some light on holistic financial planning opportunities, as well as risks, […]

A Refreshing Perspective on Money and Happiness

Eighteenth-century Swiss philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau said, “The money you have gives you freedom; the money you pursue enslaves you.” He clearly believed that money alone can’t guarantee happiness, and many other philosophers, business moguls, and philanthropists both before and after his time would agree. After all, it’s likely very few of us in the end […]

5 Opportunities to Create a Living Legacy

WARNING: When planned correctly, witnessing the effect of your generosity and passion can be highly addictive! Most people don’t give much thought to legacy planning aside from considering their will as they age and thinking about what to do with what might be left when they pass away. This approach is not nearly as much […]

7 Money-Saving Actions to Take Before Year-End

Guided by evidence and fueled by your ambitions, your team is dedicated to creating a wealth strategy distinctly tailored to each individual client’s needs. Before 2021 ends, be sure to check out our list of seven money-saving actions that may help you maintain the greatest amount of after-tax wealth. As always, talk to your advisor […]

Where to Save Your Next Available Dollar

Want to gift without guilt this year? Spending tends to increase around the holidays, and it can be easier to embrace those budgetary demands with joy and peace of mind knowing that you have a savings plan and your savings goals have been met. To help tick that box, use this simple infographic to learn […]

Buckingham Talks: What the Build Back Better Plan Means For You

Check out our Buckingham Talks webinar from earlier this week, as well as an update on what’s in and what’s out of the proposed legislation.

Nearing Retirement with Student Loan Debt? Here Are Steps to Consider

The rule (or power) of three is an age-old maxim in rhetoric and other disciplines which states that things that come in threes are inherently more satisfying to us. If that’s indeed the case, do I have some good news for you: The pause on student loan repayment, interest and collections has been extended for a third […]

Maximize Your Impact: Charitable Giving Strategies

With the giving season nearly upon us, now is an excellent time to revisit your charitable intentions for the year. After all, our values tend to guide many of our financial decisions, including charitable giving goals, so it’s natural to incorporate both into a holistic plan. Take a look at this new infographic for a […]

Marathons & Markets: You’ve Trained For This!

Lately, we’ve seen a meaningful uptick in market volatility fueled by economic instability here and abroad. From Chinese real estate woes threatening to disrupt their economy, to political wrangling in Washington that will continue to ripple through our own, there’s no escaping that the headlines have near-term market impacts around the world. But if the […]

Long-Term Disability Insurance: You Likely Need More Protection Than You Have

If your ability to pay your family’s monthly living expenses relies upon maintaining your current income, this article is for you. Or, if your future lifestyle needs, wants and dreams—your retirement goals, in other words—depend on your ability to save a certain portion of your income for years to come, then this article is applicable […]

Are You a Smaller, a Baller, or an Aller?

Whether it happens sooner (perhaps as early as next year) or later (but likely no later than 2026), there’s a good chance we’re going to see a significant drop in the federal estate tax exemption amount. And while there’s some uncertainty around exactly when it will happen, one thing that is certain is that if/when […]

Integrate Your Personal Values and Financial Goals with ESG Investing

The following is an adapted excerpt from the conclusion of the forthcoming book “Your Essential Guide to Sustainable Investing” by Sam Adams and Larry Swedroe. Sam and Larry summarize some of the topics they cover in the book and present some key takeaways. The financial services industry has responded to demands for sustainable investment strategies […]

Buckingham Talks: Do we work too much?

Why do we work so much? Out of economic necessity? For a sense of fulfillment? To afford our growing financial wants and needs?

Does Planning End at Retirement?

Imagine that, in the foreseeable future, you’ll have turned in all your company property, collected your final paycheck, and will be drinking a hurricane at half past noon while chair-dancing to “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere.” You’ve planned on reaching that celebratory beach vacation over the many years of your career while also designing, building and […]

Financial Alignment for Yourself and Your Family

In personal finance, it’s not what you make but what you keep that is important. In preparing the next generation to manage money, it’s not how much you know but what you model and share that matters most. Whether you have only lint in your pockets or are racing Jeff Bezos for wealthiest person on […]

Making Sense of Education Savings: What’s Right for You?

Feeling overwhelmed by your college savings choices? It’s no wonder – there are myriad options, and which ones are a good fit will depend on your specific circumstances. Whether you’re saving for college, graduate school or some other educational credential, working alongside an advisor who understands the available savings vehicles and their rules can help […]

Gifting Money? Develop a Plan

You’ve worked hard, you saved, you invested wisely, and you controlled spending. Your financial plan worked, and now you have money (or other assets) to share. But questions linger in your mind about whether you should do so and with whom. Many people do not give away money or assets during their lifetime, as life […]

SECURE Act 2.0 and Student Loans

Once in a while, the release of a sequel to a beloved movie franchise or the reboot of a classic TV series will garner a surprisingly huge amount of attention and excitement. The much-anticipated sequel to the 2019 SECURE Act, fittingly dubbed the SECURE Act 2.0, debuted in Congress in May (only a year and a […]

Pandemic Pivots: Questions to Ask Yourself About 7 Planning Topics

If the pandemic has proven anything, it’s that life-altering occasions—both those we experience firsthand and those that merely present themselves as possibilities—have the potential to uproot even the firmest of financial plans. Why? Because reminders of what’s most important to us—wake up calls about how we spend our time and, as an extension, our money—can […]

Sway with the Wind

As we’ve learned, economic circumstances can at times change relatively quickly and unpredictably. Companies in some sectors may suffer while others thrive. Your personal economy, which is based on your particular situation, may be completely different than your neighbor’s. It often feels like trying to predict what things will cost and where the economy is […]

Business Owners: 10 Strategies to Create, Manage and Distribute Wealth

Despite a lengthy global pandemic, supply chain delays, inflationary spikes in segments of the economy, and a very tight labor market, your business is highly successful. Yet maybe these challenges, or even other circumstances, have placed financial pressure on your business that you still need to successfully navigate. Whether your business is currently healthy or […]

After Your Divorce Is Finalized, What’s Next?

The judge has signed off and you are officially divorced. Whether the process was quick or drawn out, contentious or amenable, exhausting or empowering, it was almost certainly emotional and you can now release that pent-up sigh of relief. But hold on a minute, because you haven’t reached the finish line quite yet. While the […]

You Have to Stay the Course to Reach the Summit

When it comes to meeting your most important financial goals, time in the market can be a significant factor. And that means sticking with your financial life plan for the long haul, through the market’s ups and downs and across inevitable – sometimes lengthy – periods of underperformance.

Buckingham Talks: How Higher Taxes May Impact Your Financial Future

Independent of one’s political leanings, it’s becoming increasingly likely that U.S. taxpayers are heading into an environment of higher tax rates and more progressive tax policy. While specifics are still in development, questions and implications abound as to how changes in long-term capital gains rates, estate tax exemption limits and income tax rates may impact […]

Creating a Charitable Legacy for When You Are Gone

Not long ago I asked a philanthropic-minded member of the community for their thoughts around establishing a private foundation. After some reflection, this individual responded that they didn’t feel comfortable with the idea of others carrying forward their charitable mission, as whoever is chosen to lead the foundation could try to steer its resources toward […]

The Joy of Being Wrong and the Danger of Desirability Bias

“No one enjoys being wrong,” Daniel Kahneman told Adam Grant, who recounted their conversation during a recent interview, “but I do enjoy having been wrong, because it means I am now less wrong than I was before.”   Grant describes Kahneman, the psychologist seen as the originator of and greatest contributor to the field of […]

Financial Planning and Identity Theft Prevention

Sssssnap! That was the sound of the proverbial camel’s back breaking in September 2017, after Equifax announced a data breach that exposed the personal information of an astounding 147 million people. A steady drumbeat of data breaches had occurred prior to this time, yet nothing of the magnitude and severity of Equifax’s knockout punch. If […]

College Athletic Scholarships: How to Play the Game

So, your kid is the next LeBron James or Megan Rapinoe. Congratulations, but this article isn’t for you, because your child is either going straight to the pros or is an elite athlete and will likely have many scholarship offers. You can skip the rest of this article and save yourself the 10 minutes. But […]