March 2, 2023 - The best-laid financial plans are thought out with detail and benefit from a ton of time and flexibility. Unfortunately, that time and flexibility aren’t always available for many, especially during a divorce. While no two divorces are exactly alike, it’s possible to make your post-divorce lifestyle a fruitful one, and it all starts with understanding what you can spend now and what you have for the future. That helps you...
Read MoreFebruary 10, 2023 - Well, happy Friday! It's time for another Finance Friday. Today we're going to be talking about the difference between a Roth and a Traditional IRA or 401(k), and which one you might want to be using for retirement savings. So, here we go. So, to start simply on this question, because there is a lot of subtle nuance to it, I just want to start by saying the main difference is the...
Read MoreFebruary 3, 2023 - As a High-net-worth individual, you may have spent your career building their assets, making wise investments, and having the agility to adapt to a changing marketplace. The funds you have built have gone a long way toward creating a comfortable way of life. However, with sudden changes and volatility in the market, your hard work can disappear in seconds if you aren’t careful. With the market’s current and future uncertainty, many...
Read MoreFebruary 3, 2023 - In This Video, Andy offers his first tip that retirees can use to help ensure they don't run out of money during their retirement.
Read MoreJanuary 27, 2023 - Should I Stay Invested if a Recession is Coming? In this short video, Andy Stolz, CFA discusses thoughts on how investors should think about their portfolios when a potential recession is in the future.
Read MoreJanuary 13, 2023 - Retirement is a major topic of discussion for people in the workforce. They have their eyes set on when they can comfortably retire and spend their golden years enjoying the time away from their daily grind. However, ensuring you have enough money saved for your end goal is something that you need to consider throughout your career. So — when is the best time to start planning for retirement, and...
Read MoreDecember 13, 2022 - Divorces are rarely an event that leaves either side unscathed. Both parties are in a state of emotional turmoil, their financial situation is in flux, and their possessions are currently in limbo as the lawyers figure out how the property will be divided. As you continue to navigate this difficult transition, certain realities for high-income individuals come to the forefront. They start figuring out how their divorce will impact their...
Read MoreOctober 27, 2022 - Planning for what happens after you die can be an intimidating task. No one wants to think about what happens after they’re gone, but the longer you go without writing out your will, the more difficult it becomes for your surviving family to sort it out. Having a concrete plan for your estate can help make life easier for those you leave behind, but you don’t want to develop one...
Read MoreAugust 19, 2022 - Whenever someone passes away, they leave behind a legacy for their surviving friends and loved ones to remember them by. Part of this process includes whatever earthly possessions — their estate — that get divided among their heirs according to a will. However, if you have not set one up, your family members will have a very difficult time getting your affairs in order. That’s where a financial advisor with...
Read MoreAugust 8, 2022 - Dave Stolz is interviewed by Billie Tarascio on The Modern Divorce Podcast to talk about splitting the assets in a divorce.
Read MoreJuly 26, 2022 - Taking steps to begin planning for your retirement and making decisions for your future can feel intimidating. Figuring out the best way to save money for when you eventually leave the workforce can present you with a wealth of crucial choices you need to settle on before you can begin preparations. For careers offering pension plans, you have to sift through multiple options to find the right one for your...
Read MoreJune 14, 2022 - Deciding to take managing your money more seriously remains one of the most important decisions someone can make. Having a dedicated professional helping you manage your money can help ensure your wealth will last you well into your golden years. However, when you’re first starting to find a financial planning service, two possible avenues may catch your attention and, at first glance, appear the same — wealth management and asset...
Read MoreJune 2, 2022 - The following is an excerpt from Women, Divorce and Money: Taking Control of Your Finances and Your Future, by David Stolz. Available on Amazon. A common marital asset that is divided in divorce is a retirement account (or multiple retirement accounts). These can be a confusing bucket of acronyms and code section references like IRAs, SEP-IRAs, ROTH IRAs, 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), and so on. Confusing—yes, but retirement accounts can be very...
Read MoreMay 5, 2022 - Inflation is the word on everyone’s mind nowadays, as prices for everyday goods rise and purchasing power diminishes. Inflation rates have skyrocketed, and if you’ve taken careful time to plan for your retirement, you might be wondering what this means for you and how you can prevent your hard work from heading down the drain. Fortunately, with careful planning and preparation, you could minimize or nullify the effects of inflation on...
Read MoreMarch 23, 2022 - As you approach your retirement, your assets have accumulated, your 401K has grown, and your status as a high net worth individual has been cemented. With your hard-earned assets in tow, finding an investment strategy that works for your particular situation becomes critical for your future. A successful wealth management plan can help you target investment opportunities that match your acceptable risk tolerance. What Makes an Individual High Net Worth? Simply stated,...
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