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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?

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.

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. 

PERSONAL FINANCE: Market timing

Avoid the temptation to bail on equities; your portfolio will thank you.

PERSONAL FINANCE: You, too, can create a trust

Trusts are elegant financial vehicles that are not just for the wealthy.

PERSONAL FINANCE: Prepare your kids for financial adulthood

I wish parents spent as much time teaching their kids basic financial acumen as they do teaching them which fork to use at the dinner table.