Blog tagged as Financial Planner

Timing Your Social Security Benefits

09/18/2024 10:44 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)
Timing Your Social Security Benefits
Claiming Social Security benefits early, at full retirement age, or delaying until age 70 presents unique financial advantages and disadvantages, depending on individual circumstances and future projections of the Social Security trust fund.

401(k) to IRA Rollovers: What You Need to Know

08/22/2024 09:43 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)
401(k) to IRA Rollovers: What You Need to Know
Rolling over a 401(k) to an IRA offers greater investment flexibility and potential cost savings, but it requires careful consideration of the disadvantages before proceeding.

Path to Financial Freedom: Achieving Independence Beyond the 4th of July

07/03/2024 01:09 PM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)
Path to Financial Freedom: Achieving Independence Beyond the 4th of July
Achieving financial independence involves understanding personal goals, calculating necessary savings, and creating a tailored financial plan with the help of a financial planner.

Should Your Financial Planner be Local? Deciding Between Virtual & In-Person Financial Advice.

02/15/2024 11:58 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)
Should Your Financial Planner be Local? Deciding Between Virtual & In-Person Financial Advice.
You may think you need to choose a financial advisor in your local area, but there are a lot of reasons not to limit your choices. Here are some factors to consider first when weighing your options.

The Reality of Advice-Only Flat Fees vs AUM Fees for Financial Advice & Planning

12/07/2023 10:03 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)
The Reality of Advice-Only Flat Fees vs AUM Fees for Financial Advice & Planning
When selecting a financial advisor, it's important to pay attention to the fees you'll be paying, especially over the long term as your assets grow. It could cost you more than you think.

What to Do With Your Old 401(k) When You Switch Jobs

08/23/2023 05:20 PM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)
What to Do With Your Old 401(k) When You Switch Jobs
If you change jobs, determining what to do with your former employer's 401(k) plan is an important decision that can have an impact on your financial plan.

Why Advice-Only Financial Planning is a Better Choice

08/09/2023 02:43 PM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)
Why Advice-Only Financial Planning is a Better Choice
Advice-Only financial planning focuses on unbiased guidance, whereas traditional financial planning may involve product sales, commissions, and other conflicts of interest.
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