Foster Group - Financial Planning Insights

Physicians: Debt vs Savings, Which Comes First?

Category: Financial Planning » Retirement Planning

By Ross Polking

08/24/2020

Young physicians often ask, “Should I focus more aggressively on paying down my debt, or should I just do the minimum and try to save as much as possible?” That’s an excellent question, with lots of variables and layers.

IRS Allows for Reversal of 2020 RMDs

Category: Financial Planning » Retirement Planning

By Zach Dalluge

08/03/2020

In late June, the IRS announced RMDs would be able to be reversed from any account requiring them through August 31st. Since the IRS is allowing this, it presents a potential tax planning opportunity.

You Bring Your Vision; We’ll Draw the Map

Category: Financial Planning » Retirement Planning

By Marcus Iwig

07/24/2020

At Foster Group, we work to capture the visions of our clients and their families, and then we create a roadmap to help them pursue those visions

Five Reasons to Consider a Roth IRA Conversion

Category: Financial Planning » Retirement Planning

By Andy Mullan

05/15/2020

The first four months of 2020 have proven to be unpredictable, volatile, and challenging. Despite recent market changes, there continue to be several planning opportunities that we are monitoring for our clients. One of these is Roth IRA conversions.

Who Is Your Team’s Financial General Manager

Category: Financial Planning » Retirement Planning » Beneficiary Planning

By Wade Den Hartog

04/30/2020

No matter what the circumstances, during the good and the difficult times, it is in our best interest to seek guidance on the most important aspects of our lives. Consider hiring a "General Manager" to help you with your finances.

Med School Grads, Do These Three Things First

Category: Financial Planning » Retirement Planning

By Zach Dalluge

02/14/2020

As a recent medical school graduate, resident, or doctor early in your career, there are a few key things to consider for your financial well-being. The earlier you develop a strategy for these things, the greater the benefit.

SECURE Act Signed Into Law. How Will This Impact Your Plan?

Category: Financial Planning » Retirement Planning

By Zach Dalluge

01/16/2020

In December 2019, President Trump signed the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act into law. Will it affect you?

Why I Hate New Year’s Resolutions

Category: Financial Planning » Retirement Planning

By Alex Battani

01/14/2020

Here’s the thing, I love the idea of starting fresh and changing that one thing that pushes you to be the person you want to be. However in practice, I hate – OK, strongly dislike – New Year’s Resolutions. Here’s why.

An Executive’s Financial Guide

Category: Financial Planning » Retirement Planning

By Foster Group

12/16/2019

Our eBook, An Executive's Financial Guide, can help with your road map to retirement, as we show you new ways to make use of your wealth for purposes important to you.