A few years ago, my wife went to a garage sale and bought a box of old books for $25. She came home as excited as I had ever seen her. Why? One of the books was a 1831 edition of The Federalist Papers. We searched online and were thrilled to see an estimated value of...
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Riches Are in the Niches
Unfortunately, recently I have needed a little bit more dental care than usual. My dentist has referred me to several specialists, and the specialist has always been more expensive than my local dentist, and most of the time, it is by a lot. The adage, “Riches are in...
Simple is Hard
Helping people get engaged in their retirement planning is much easier than you might think—you just have to keep it really simple. Getting clients motivated about retirement when they are young, well before age 85, can become a passion as well.
Ironmans and Financial Advisors
Recently I finished a Half Ironman Triathlon in St. George, Utah. It was a great race: swimming 1.2 miles, biking 56 miles, and then running the half-marathon, 13.1 miles. That’s 70.3 miles in total! The elevation gain of just over 4,400 feet had me contemplating quitting. At times, it felt like torture. But I finished, and for me, I finished well, just 26 seconds shy of six hours. I was thrilled! I exceeded my expectations on a very tough course.
Choice is the Driving Factor in 403(b) Participation
Teachers face many challenges in the classroom, carefully balancing the demands placed on them. 403(b) Retirement planning advisors have an opportunity to serve them with wise guidance, helping them navigate the challenges of securing a quality retirement with ease and confidence.
Survey on 403b Provider Options Reveals Surprising Results
New 403b plan survey data released today by the National Tax-Deferred Savings Association reveals that increased participation and contribution rates actually increase with the number of provider options offered to participants.
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