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#TBT How Shrewd Investors Save on Taxes
This 2007 post teaches how to use both investment losses and investment gains to good tax advantage.
Four Fidelity ETFs Cheaper Than Vanguard (2022 Analysis)
In the past, we’ve shown some preference to Vanguard funds, but going forward we plan to show some preference to the cheaper Fidelity funds.
Is It Better to Give to a Strong Link or a Weak Link?
Malcolm Gladwell establishes two opposing types of problems: a strong-link problem and a weak-link problem. Which type of problem can charitable giving solve?
#TBT A Guide to the Bear Markets
This series on each Bear Market helps remind us that there is nothing to fear.
Are Store Credit Cards Worth The Risk?
In order for a store credit card to be worth consideration, it should offer cash back of somewhere near 5% and have no annual fee.
Radio: Projecting Your Own Longevity
On Tuesday, January 10, 2023, David John Marotta appeared on Radio 1070 WINA’s Schilling Show with Rob Schilling to talk about how long we should plan on living in retirement projections.
#TBT The Complete Guide to Creating an Investment Plan
This is a summary of the six steps required to create a well-crafted investment plan.
How to Implement a New Investment Plan
Next time you are wondering if you should invest now or “wait for a better time,” remember Schwab’s study and invest now in whatever way makes you invest now.
What is a ‘Related Person’? (SEC ADV Part 1, Item 9, Question F)
Item 9 Custody offers perhaps some of the most confusing and most often changed compliance questions.
#TBT Account Protection at Schwab
Charles Schwab offers both SIPC® account protection and a FDIC insurance amount for accounts custodied with them.
Why the Verizon Visa Credit Card is My Primary Card
I have adopted this card as the primary one in my wallet for groceries and gas.
More People Eligible for ABLE Accounts in 2026 (Secure 2.0)
This amendment raises the ABLE account age to 46 starting in 2026.
#TBT That Rebate Check Could Ruin Your Retirement
This 2008 article reminds us that anyone who spends more than 4% of their rebate will actually lose ground saving toward their retirement.
Using Franklin Funds in 2022 Saved Clients Over $360,000
Reducing expense ratios by a theoretical 0.42% is a significant result. It is good to know that what works in theory has also worked even better in practice.
New Catch-Up Limits for Ages 60-63 in 2025 (Secure 2.0)
Seniors born between 1962 and 1965 will be the first to be able to take advantage of these plus-sized limits.