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Preparing for Retirement: Housing

Preparing for Retirement: Housing

One of the biggest assets most of us will end up with as we near retirement will probably be our home. What you decide to do with it as you retire is probably one of the more important decisions you will make. Chances are reasonably high...

Preparing for Retirement: 5 Things to Consider

Preparing for Retirement: 5 Things to Consider

The name Ida Mae Fuller is not one often found in the history books. But if there is a history of retirement programs ever written, it should be. Ms. Fuller was the first recipient of Social Security, the retirement program set up by the...

Reducing Your Taxable Estate

Reducing Your Taxable Estate

While most families currently don’t have to worry about facing estate taxes upon death, those who were subject to the tax in 2020 paid an estimated $16 billion in estate taxes. If you’re fortunate enough to have an estate that might be...

Estate Planning: How to Avoid Probate

Estate Planning: How to Avoid Probate

What is Probate? Probate is the court-supervised process of authenticating a last will and testament. It includes locating and determining the value of the person’s assets, paying their final bills and taxes, and distributing the...

5 Key Estate Planning Tips

5 Key Estate Planning Tips

Have you ever thought about who you plan to leave money, assets, or other belongings to after you pass away? Who would you like to make financial or healthcare decisions on your behalf should you become seriously ill or incapacitated?...

The Myths and Realities of Financial Crises

The Myths and Realities of Financial Crises

Pulling together this conference for clients, shareholders, and friends is something we look forward to every year. In addition to the opportunity to share our story, it is a chance to present information related to the economy and the...