Saturday, January 18, 2025

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Rob Clarfeld

Rob Clarfeld has served as CEO of Clarfeld Financial Advisors, the wealth management firm he founded in 1981 in New York City. A CPA and CFP® with a keen ability to help people achieve their financial goals, Rob has extensive experience with financially successful families and family-owned businesses. He has advised professionals and senior corporate executives and their families, both domestic and abroad. He has always tried to serve his clients by infusing his advice with a unique mix of straightforwardness, warmth, informality, and a sense of humor. His wisdom comes from a keen grasp of psychology and a deep understanding of the complexities families encounter as they navigate the minefields of financial and interpersonal issues. Rob lives in Westchester, N.Y., and Great Barrington.

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PERSONAL FINANCE: Prenuptial agreements—are they worth the hassle?

Although neither romantic nor simple, prenups are often advised when protecting significant assets in the event of divorce.

PERSONAL FINANCE: Choosing an executor for your estate

Far too many of us put off finalizing estate documents because we get hung up on certain decisions. Over my next few posts, I will provide my thinking on some of the issues and considerations related to wills and trusts, beginning with the all-important naming of executor.

PERSONAL FINANCE: Selecting your children’s guardian

Throughout my career, I have found that the difficulty a couple has in agreeing on potential guardians for minor children is without question the primary obstacle to completing the drafting of wills.

PERSONAL FINANCE: Should you bail on equities?

Is the current market carnage the “different” time we’ve been dreading?

BUSINESS MONDAY: Spotlight on Mike Lyon, CEO of Lyon Aviation

Three generations of Lyons have built Lyon Aviation from primarily a flight school into one of the East Coast’s premier jet charter services.

PERSONAL FINANCE: What Russia’s invasion means for your portfolio

The markets are reflecting a more complex situation involving more than just the Russian invasion.

BUSINESS MONDAY: Spotlight on how The Mahaiwe met the pandemic in stride — and found its footing

“There are a lot of gifts from being forced to work in a different way...You were forced to experiment.” Janis Martinson, executive director, Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center

PERSONAL FINANCE: How flying lessons increased my business acumen

I highly recommend taking up flying for fun, and as a means of sharpening your business skills.

PERSONAL FINANCE: Financial resolutions that really work – Part 2

Everyone starts off the year with resolutions that reflect the best of intentions. But good intentions fade quickly unless you create a plan that leads to actions; and only actions, not intentions, bring about results.

PERSONAL FINANCE: Financial resolutions that really work, part 1

Time for a set of New Year's resolutions for your financial future, in hopes that your aspirations will triumph over past experiences.

PERSONAL FINANCE: Non-tax reasons to revisit your estate plan now

Minimizing taxes is not the only reason to review and update your estate. Here are several other reasons.

PERSONAL FINANCE: How to maximize the tax benefits of charitable contributions

Consider locking in this year’s charitable tax deduction with a Donor Advised Fund.

PERSONAL FINANCE: Organize and protect your important documents, for your family’s sake

What you do now will ultimately be viewed by your family as an act of extreme consideration!

PERSONAL FINANCE: Discuss your finances and your estate with your kids

Discussing your finances and estate intentions, even with adult kids, can feel awkward. Rest assured, they likely know more about your finances than you think.

PERSONAL FINANCE: Before joining a nonprofit board, do your homework

In part two of this series, the author advises you how to do your due diligence before agreeing to join a nonprofit board.

PERSONAL FINANCE: Considerations when invited to join a nonprofit board

While certainly an honor and often a flattering acknowledgment of your contribution to the organization, the decision to join a board should not be taken lightly. 
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