The Second Home: A Different Kind of “Bond” Investment
We need a different approach to evaluate an investment of the heart, a different kind of “bond” investment. An investment in joy requires a unique type of cost-benefit analysis.
Retiree Health Insurance Options Prior to Medicare Eligibility
Category: Financial Planning
Key health insurance options and considerations for retirees prior to Medicare eligibility.
Three Fun Budgeting Benefits
I’ve found some fun benefits to budgeting outside of the normal spend less, save more mantra.
Retirement: Living Well and Fully Living
Category: Financial Planning
Essential do’s and don’ts that could help you enjoy your retirement life to the fullest.
Six Key Benefits to A Close Advisor-Client Relationship
Category: Financial Planning » Behavioral Finance
What are Key Benefits to A Close Advisor-Client Relationship? Let's look at a few that rise to the top.
Running and Saving: A Lot’s the Same!
Category: Financial Planning » Cashflow
My time in the financial industry has made me realize that saving is a lot like running. You do not necessarily always want to do it, but you know that it’s good for you and for your future.
Playing Jazz and Your Finances
Category: Financial Planning
Successfully playing jazz starts with fundamentals. The same is true of our personal finances.
Monte Carlo Analysis & Your Retirement
Category: Financial Planning
Let's look at the Monte Carlo analysis and what it has in common with your financial plan.
The Significance of an Emergency Fund
Category: Financial Planning
An emergency fund is not merely about setting money aside; it's about cultivating peace of mind and stability when life throws unexpected challenges your way.
Retirement Happiness
Category: Financial Planning » Behavioral Finance
What are the primary drivers of a happy retirement and overall wellness?
Five Ideas for Charitable Tax Savings
Category: Financial Planning
Five ideas for integrating your finances and your philanthropy.
Rates, Prices and Inventory: The Entire Housing Market Explained in About Two Minutes
Category: Financial Planning
The unprecedented relationship between a breakneck rise in home prices, a tripling in interest rates and historically low inventory levels have painted a landscape in housing that’s never been seen before in history. It’s a cautionary tale for some, and a once-in-a-generation opportunity for others, depending on your perspective. Let’s dive in.
Leave the Gift of Giving as part of your Estate Plan
Category: Financial Planning
One of the best strategies for charitable giving is to open and fund a Donor Advised Fund (DAF).
Passing on the Spirit of Generosity in a Tax Smart Manner
Category: Financial Planning
If you are giving to charities now or plan to in the future, you may possess the “Spirit of Generosity.” How do you pass that “Spirit of Generosity” on to your children and/or grandchildren?
The Promise of Small Beginnings
Category: Financial Planning
Spring and it's emerging signs of life are great reminders of how many things in our lives start small. But with a little attention year after year, small things can grow to become meaningful and enjoyable contributions to our lives and the lives of others.
What I Learned On The Road To The House on the Lake
Category: Financial Planning
In my life, I’ve always been a goal setter. You may be a goal setter, too. If you’re like me, you set goals on an annual basis. It may be hard to get going, but being purposeful about taking those first steps will produce results and help propel you from one success to the next. So where do you start?
Tailoring Your Financial Plan to Match Your Goals
Category: Financial Planning
If you are a client of Foster Group and have met with your advisor recently, you may have discussed what’s important to you, what we are planning for as it relates to your goals, and what you hope to achieve.
Business Owners, Beware of the “Missing Middle”
Category: Financial Planning
For many family businesses, the lack of clear succession plans is the most significant challenge.
“Sportsified” Diversification
Category: Financial Planning
The benefit of a diversified investment portfolio is that, while again we do not know who the actual winners and losers will be, the risk of excluding the best is greatly reduced.
Navigating the Noise: A Reality Check on Fearful Headlines
Category: Financial Planning
Sometimes headlines are right, but remember they are created to get your attention, not necessarily to provide you with helpful information.
Thermostats and Peanut Butter Jars
Category: Financial Planning
“Scrape the bottom of the peanut butter jar,” in order to set yourself, your family, and others up for future happiness.