Eight Interesting Things to Know About the Election

“It’s tough to make predictions, especially about the future.” Yogi Berra, Yankee great and Hall of Fame catcher.

Facts Vs Feelings Take 5 – We Have a New President

This week on Take 5, Ryan Detrick, Chief Market Strategist at Carson Group, and Sonu Varghese, VP, Global Macro Strategist at Carson Group, explore the post-election market outlook. They note that the election results bring stability, a positive factor for markets. Key points include expect …

The Intersection of Sports, Tech, and Investment: A Conversation with Andrew Petcash #210

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JOYful Finances for Couples

Whether you already have frequent money conversations with your partner, or you both avoid the topic at all costs, navigating a big financial conversation with your partner can start with our helpful JOYful Finances for Couples Checklist. The checklist is designed to foster open communicati …

Managing Money in a Relationship

Money talk doesn’t come to all couples naturally. Some people grow up in a household where talking about finances was avoided or discouraged. Others grow up having open, honest discussions about money. For some couples, this causes an “oil and water” situation of mismanaging money together. …

Checklist for Gathering Tax Documents

Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful.

2024 Calendar: Key Tasks & Financial Dates

2024 Calendar: Key Tasks & Financial Dates

Tackle 2024 with this month-by-month financial task list. We’ve also included important dates so you won’t miss any key deadlines.

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Life Insurance Strategies for Business Owners

Owning a business can be like parenting. You’ve likely experienced many sleepless nights and spent a countless amount of energy on your “baby.” Like parenting, being a business owner can be an enriching journey and make life worth the trip.

From Tax Efficiency to Retirement: Financial Planning for Small Business Owners

Financial planning for a small business gets more complicated every day. Business owners must navigate tax efficiency (and life under the new Tax Cuts and Jobs Act), retirement preparations for yourself and your employees, and succession planning. Get your financial plan in place today and …

8 Financial Planning Tips for Small Business Owners

Running a small business involves juggling multiple responsibilities. Managing the business’s finances is one of the most crucial aspects. Proper financial management can be the difference between a thriving business and one that struggles to stay afloat. Here are eight essential financial …

Business Succession Planning Checklist

Business Succession Planning Checklist

You remember your first day of business. But what about your last day? Succession planning is more complex than it may seem. Our guide walks you through the details.

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Long-Term Care

Our goal is to make your life easier. Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia can be highly stressful for caregivers and family members. Providing answers on how to financially prepare for these conditions is one way we can help. Read this guide for tips on how to prepare for th …

5 Reasons to Think About Long-Term Care Planning Today

I once received an email from a family friend about long-term care insurance. He was frustrated over a premium increase – which wasn’t the first rate hike – yet, he was still thankful for the policy. Despite the rising cost, he knew the importance of long-term care insurance in helping prot …

5 Financial Considerations for Americans Thinking About Retiring Abroad

What do you think about when someone mentions the Cayman Islands? Do you think of the pristine white sandy beaches? The clear blue water? Fresh seafood? Snorkeling? While these may be on the top of most people’s mind, some may even consider it a great place to retire. 

Medicare and Managing Health Care Costs in Retirement

Medicare and Managing Health Care Costs in Retirement

Health care costs in retirement aren't going anywhere. Naturally, as our bodies get older, it costs more to keep them running. Let's look at how that plays a part in your financial plan.

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Let joy guide your financial future!

When most people—financial advisors and consumers alike—think about personal financial planning, the first thing that comes to mind is money. Numbers. Dollar signs. Budgets. Investments.

The JOY and Productivity Journal

What did you do today that brought you joy and put you in the right mindset for success? In the hustle and bustle of modern life, finding a balance between productivity and JOY can feel like an impossible task. But fear not!

Safeguarding Your Legacy

Let’s dive into a topic that might not be the most exciting, but is crucial: wills and trusts. I know, I know, it sounds like something only lawyers and rich folks worry about, but trust me, it’s something we all should have on our radar. Why? Because it’s about protecting what matter …

A Guide to Gifting to Your Heirs

A Guide to Gifting to Your Heirs

Gifting to your loved ones now or posthumously each carries their own positives and negatives as they relate to your estate plan, taxes, your goals and your legacy.

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You’re Engaged – Now What?

Now that you’re starting this exciting new chapter together it is important to dive into discussing your finances. Being on the same page about finances can help strengthen a relationship, set goals as a couple, and avoid disagreements in the future. Download Guide

Facts vs Feelings: Finding Joy with Larry Sprung

It’s impossible to encounter the question “What did you do today that brought you joy?®” without Larry Sprung immediately coming to mind. We hope you enJOY episode 38 of Facts vs Feeling hosted by Ryan Detrick, Chief Market Strategist, and Sonu Varghese, VP Global Macro St …

Larry Sprung Nominated for Advisor of the Year

The Mitlin Financial team is filled with JOY as we celebrate Founder & Wealth Advisor Larry Sprung’s nomination as the InvestmentNews Advisor of the Year for the Northeast Region! To be considered for this prestigious award, advisors must demonstrate a deep understanding and knowledge o …

When Shifting Goals Mean Shifting Plans

When Shifting Goals Mean Shifting Plans

Your financial plan shouldn't look the same at 55 as it did when you were 35, right? So how do you know when it's time to adjust your plan?

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Eight Interesting Things to Know About the Election

“It’s tough to make predictions, especially about the future.” Yogi Berra, Yankee great and Hall of Fame catcher.

Facts Vs Feelings Take 5 – We Have a New President

This week on Take 5, Ryan Detrick, Chief Market Strategist at Carson Group, and Sonu Varghese, VP, Global Macro Strategist at Carson Group, explore the post-election market outlook. They note that the election results bring stability, a positive factor for markets. Key points include expect …

Market Commentary: Seasonal Tailwinds Ahead, but First an Election

Get Ready for the Election Did you hear there’s an election tomorrow? Yes, we are finally there. As we discussed in detail last week, while of course the election matters, historically who is in the White House hasn’t mattered as much to investors as you might think. If the economy remains …

2024 Market Outlook Report

2024 Market Outlook Report

Will the bull market continue in 2024? What about a recession? What will the Fed do? We take a deep dive into our outlook for 2024 in Carson Investment Research’s Outlook ‘24: Seeing Eye to Eye.

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The Intersection of Sports, Tech, and Investment: A Conversation with Andrew Petcash #210

Building Your Dream Retirement Abroad with Tommy Sikes, CFP® #209

Transforming Lives Through Literacy with Amy Zaslansky #208

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Lawrence Sprung selected as a Founding Member of the Investopedia Advisor Council

While serving our clients is undoubtedly one of our greatest JOYs, once in a while something happens that simply makes our JOY overflow We are overJOYed to share that our Founder and Wealth Advisor, Lawrence Sprung, CFP® has been selected as a Founding Member of the Investopedia Advisor Cou …

Lawrence Sprung Joins Forbes Advisory Board: Empowering Financial Education

We are overJOYed to announce that our Founder and Wealth Advisor, Larry Sprung, has been appointed as a member of the Forbes Advisor Banking Advisory Board.

Op-ed: Here’s the financial impact of the NCAA permitting college athletes to profit off their name, image and likeness

Student athletes and their parents have likely heard that the NCAA has opened the door to allow collegiate athletes the ability to profit off their name, image and likeness.