Educational Insights

Our educational insights cover a variety of topics to help you better address your financial needs and implement your financial plan, with strategies and solutions that may help you meet your financial goals.

  • Consider a Backdoor Roth if You Make Too Much to Contribute to a Roth IRA

    Jack Cintorino January 29, 2024

    While the tax advantages of a Roth IRA can be very enticing, it has income limits that may exclude you from being eligible to contribute to this type of retirement savings account. But have you considered a Backdoor Roth?

  • Estate Planning for Procrastinators

    Jay Guyer January 19, 2024

    Sometimes a serious illness or health scare prompts people to take a hard look at their estate planning. Frequently, this is when the desire to minimize the impact of estate/inheritance taxes becomes a priority.

  • Important Planning Considerations: Insurance & Long-Term Care

    Peter A. Longo January 19, 2024

    While saving, investing, and generating income in retirement are critical components of building a solid financial foundation, so too are strategies for protecting your income and assets from the unexpected. Have you considered the importance of insurance and long-term care as part of your financial plan?

  • 529 Plans: A Tax-Efficient Way to Fund Your Grandchildren’s Education

    Zane Byramji December 14, 2023

    Explore the advantages and considerations of using 529 plan accounts to save for and help fund your grandchildren’s college education.

  • Estate Planning for the Family of a Child With Special Needs

    Martin Schamis December 14, 2023

    Parents of children with special needs are faced with unique considerations and choices when developing their estate plan.

  • The Importance of Individual Long-Term Disability Insurance

    Robert Wheeler December 1, 2023

    The probability of a worker today becoming disabled between age 20 and normal retirement age is 25%.* Understanding how individual long-term disability insurance can help you manage that risk.

  • Protecting the Value of Your Business for the Next Generation

    Jay Guyer December 1, 2023

    If you own a business, consider these planning strategies so the next generation of owners are prepared.

  • Understanding Retirement Risks You Can & Cannot Control

    Jay Guyer November 28, 2023

    There are many aspects to consider when thinking about mitigating risk in retirement. Here are two categories we often recommend in order to shape the conversation around retirement income planning. Remember, there are a number of other risks to consider and discuss with us at any time.

  • Incentive Stock Options

    November 9, 2023

    This article provides an overview of Incentive Stock Options.

  • Long-Term Care: Impact on Family Caregivers

    Samantha Redding November 6, 2023

    While family caregiving can be a rewarding experience, the physical, financial, and emotional strain of assisting a loved one with social or health needs can have substantial impact on the caregiver—which is why long-term care planning is just as important for your family as it is for you.


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