Short-Term Planning

Can short-term planning be as effective as a long term, goal focused plan? I believe so and, in some cases, it may be more beneficial initially then planning for the long run. Financial plans are created to go the distance, often forecasting your probability of...

Mistakes with cash

There are 3 common financial mistakes families and professionals make when managing their cash.  In no particular order they are: Holding too much or too little Chasing a return or yield Lumping all your cash in one account Last April, you may have wished for more...

Busted Bracket

Well, I’m completely cooked, my bracket is toast after the first round of the NCAA tournament!  Filling out your bracket with your favorite picks is a fun gamble that may or may not pan out.  Quite the opposite of financial planning which allows for more inputs in...

Dividends and Equities

Take a look at your 12/31 investment statements.  Specifically, review the dividends credited to your accounts on your statement.  They are not insignificant if your portfolio is constructed of many different companies.  Dividends from the equities you own are...