Are Those Happy Tears?
Tears, bottles, diaper changes, onesies, little fingers, and strange sleep schedules – as many of you know, these are just a few of the things to expect when you bring home your newborn from the hospital. And here’s something else to expect: new tax credits! While I know good parents don’t have kids to lower their tax bill, it’s nice of the US Government to extend a bit of kindness to those taking on the heartache – and joy! – of becoming parents.
Teaching Your Kids to Invest Early in Life
One of the concerns I continually hear from the clients I work with is whether the next generation can handle money well. The only way to know is to give them an opportunity. Helping them invest early and often will teach them discipline, patience, how to manage their emotions and the power of compound interest. All of it is essential learning on the path to financial independence . . . and many other things in life, as well.
How One Client Lives a Meaningful, Generous Life
At Foster Group, we encourage our clients to live lives of meaning and generosity, and some of our clients embody this. Of all the amazing stories I’ve heard, the following has impacted me most deeply.
Umbrella Insurance Is Just a Catch All Policy, Right?
Guest Blogger Tim Hibbing. Umbrella policies are becoming more and more popular in our litigious culture.
How Will You Pay for Long-Term Care?
Chances are, you’ve heard about long-term care insurance, but have you asked yourself if you need it?
I Want to Be Like Them
Stories like this spread and inspire others to be generous.
Alphabet Soup
Many industries use acronyms. Financial services are no different: QCD, RMD, DAF, and IRA to name a few. They each have their own rules and guidelines. We enjoy working with clients on a daily basis to help make sense of these terms.
5/29 is for 529’s
May 29th is National 529 plan day. While there are many ways to save for future college expenses, a 529 plan remains one of the best.
To Refinance or Not…That is the Question
Webinar Replay: Secure Act Q&A
Who Should Care About the CARES Act? You!
Asking the Right Question
Who Can Benefit from a 529 Plan
Let’s Defrost Taxing Relationships
Health, Wealth, and Time
Med School Grads, Do These Three Things First
Generous Giving is Meaningful Living!
Steps to Take When a Loved One Dies
Maximize Your Limits
SECURE Act Signed Into Law. How Will This Impact Your Plan?
In December 2019, President Trump signed the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act into law. Will it affect you?