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 …
Choosing the Right Trustee for Your Estate Plan
One of the most important decisions you’ll make when designing your estate plan is who to name in the various fiduciary roles: trustee, personal representative, executor and agent. While a critical decision, it’s often given significantly less thought than the distribution of your assets. B …
Preparing for Your Bundle of JOY
Wondering how to prepare financially for a new baby? Check out our complimentary “Preparing for Your Bundle of Joy” checklist, full of financial advice for new parents to help you get ready for your bundle of JOY. Download the Checklist
Revocable Living Trusts as part of an Estate Plan
Our latest webinar, Revocable Living Trusts as part of an Estate Plan with Carson Group’s Director, Trust Services Scott Berryman and Manager & Sr. Wealth Planner Tom Fridrich is now available for viewing on-demand.
Estate Planning
Often, people believe that estate planning only benefits the very wealthy, but nothing could be further from the truth. It’s something everyone needs to engage in regardless of age, estate size or marital status. If you have a bank account, investments, a car, home or other property—you hav …
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 …
Always Your Baby, but Not Your Child Anymore
Picture this, your baby, the tiny bundle of joy you brought into this world, is now 18, legally an adult. Suddenly, the rules change. You’re still Mom or Dad, but legally speaking, you’re not automatically entitled to make decisions on their behalf anymore. Scary, right? This a …
Helping Aging Parents Manage and Protect Their Finances
Your parents taught you everything you know about money. From opening your first checking account to taking out your first car loan, they were always there to guide you. But as your parents get older, they may begin turning to you for help with their finances. How do you begin to navigate t …
When Should I Start Worrying About an Estate Plan?
Who wants to spend an afternoon thinking about their mortality? No one, which is why more than half of Americans don’t even have a will. A will is a legal document that directs:
How Estate and Gift Taxes Can Impact Your Financial Plan
Tom Fridrich, JD, CLU, ChFC®, Manager and Senior Wealth Planner Giving something you own to someone else. It’s a simple, human act – one that seems like it shouldn’t take too much planning to do it correctly. But when does gifting become a tax issue? What do you need to consider about gifti …
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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.
