11 Min Read
25 Jul 2022
Financial planning can be helpful in many ways. It can help you save more, invest smartly, and find ways to increase your income sources. It is an integral part of any individual’s life, irrespective of factors like income, age, profession, etc. Financial planning adds discipline to your routine. It gives your goals a direction and […]
11 Min Read
22 Jul 2022
Hiring a financial advisor is beneficial in multiple ways. You get access to financial expertise and knowledge on investments and money management, a deeper understanding of how markets work, and how to create and deploy the right investment strategies to attain your goals. The advisor can also help you plan for the future more efficiently […]
12 Min Read
14 Jul 2022
Social Security is a federal program in the United States run by the Social Security Administration (SSA). Under the program, retirement benefits and disability income are provided to qualified people including their spouses, children, and survivors. A person must be at least 62 years old and have contributed to the Social Security program for a […]
5 Min Read
07 Jul 2022
Asset management and investment management are often used interchangeably. However, it is important to realise that both concepts are quite different. Understanding the differences between the two is crucial for effective selection, allocation of your funds, and portfolio management. Once you understand the difference between investments and assets, you can formulate a customised strategy and […]
10 Min Read
01 Jul 2022
The number of entrepreneurs in America has exponentially increased over the past few years. Committed to building enterprises from the ground up, these entrepreneurs are building the future of America. That said, entrepreneurship can sometimes be cumbersome in spirit, especially in terms of financial planning. Long working hours, lack of financial security, irregular income, managing […]
12 Min Read
20 Jun 2022
Parenthood comes with mixed feelings. You can be excited about welcoming a new life but at the same time also worried about coping with their financial needs. With all the love, you are also going to take on new roles and responsibilities. So, when preparing for a child to enter your life, you not only […]
7 Min Read
13 Jun 2022
Hiring an advisor earlier on in your financial planning journey can benefit you in several ways. The professional financial advice they provide you along the way can help you reach your personal and financial goals faster. The advisor can also help you create a well-diversified investment portfolio, plan your expenses and liabilities, and also help […]
9 Min Read
09 Jun 2022
The Roth IRA (Individual Retirement Account) is a tax-advantaged retirement savings account wherein you contribute after-tax dollars, earn tax-free growth, and make tax-free withdrawals (subject to fulfilment of certain conditions). The Roth IRA is a popular retirement savings vehicle along with the 401(k) and the traditional IRA. It was first established in 1997. To make […]
12 Min Read
31 May 2022
Financial frauds are more common than you think. Most often, until someone has been a victim of financial fraud, they fail to recognize the growing intensity of these crimes. However, the numbers tell a different story. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), in 2021, American consumers lost over $5.8 billion because of fraud, which […]
6 Min Read
31 May 2022
Planning for retirement is arguably the most difficult part of financial planning. It requires you to not only grow your corpus but also find ways to protect it from external factors such as market volatility, inflation, etc. So, if you’re approaching—or have already reached—retirement, it’s critical to consider how to secure your savings and assets […]
9 Min Read
25 May 2022
Tax-loss harvesting refers to a strategy wherein you can sell securities at a loss to offset your capital gains tax due on the sale of profitable securities. In other words, you can sell your investment at a loss to lower your tax liability. Tax-loss harvesting can also be used to lower your overall net profit […]
12 Min Read
23 May 2022
It can be overwhelming to compare your financial progress with others and be bound by a timeline. But it can also offer you a roadmap for the future and give you something to aspire for. Financial milestones are targets that you aim to achieve by a certain age or stage in your life. For instance, buying a […]
8 Min Read
17 May 2022
A 401(k) plan is an employer-sponsored retirement savings plan wherein employees can make pre-tax contributions to reduce their taxable income in the present, but must pay tax at the time of making a withdrawal. It is one of America’s most popular tax-deferred retirement accounts wherein employers may match employee contributions. There are two kinds of […]
13 Min Read
13 May 2022
If you have been planning for your retirement, you may have come across several types of savings and investment accounts. The two most popularly used include the 401(k) and the Individual Retirement Account (IRA). For decades, retirees have relied on these to save for their future expenses. While the 401(k) is a company-sponsored plan that […]
9 Min Read
09 May 2022
It is a common misconception that wealthy individuals cannot possibly have any financial problems. But on the contrary, UHNIs, HNWIs, or wealthy individuals have to deal with several legal and financial complications due to their large net value and possibly multiple income sources. Celebrities, actors, politicians, musicians, and even athletes may be earning millions of […]
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