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Tax Planning isn’t Tax Preparation

Discover why tax planning isn’t the same as tax preparation. Learn how year-round strategies like tax-loss harvesting, income timing, charitable giving, and adapting to life or legislative changes can help optimize your financial outcomes.

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Mandy Lako Mandy Lako

Direct Indexing: A Personalized Approach to Investing

Learn how direct indexing works, its benefits, drawbacks, and tax efficiency advantages. Discover why this personalized investment strategy may be a strong alternative to ETFs or mutual funds for investors seeking customization and control.

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Sarah Stevens Sarah Stevens

What Are You Trying to Accomplish?

As a wealth manager, I've had the privilege of working with a diverse array of clients over the years. From young professionals just starting their careers to retirees looking to preserve their legacy, each individual brings a unique perspective to the table.

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How do YOU Budget?

In today's digital age, balancing checkbooks has practically become a relic of the past. However, keeping track of your spending and sticking to a budget remains crucial for financial success.

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Valentine's Day and Finances....Two Things I Love!

Love is in the air, and I can't help but think about how romance and finance go hand in hand. Just as you nurture your relationship with your significant other, it's crucial to foster a healthy relationship with your finances as a couple.

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Sarah Stevens Sarah Stevens

Essential Tasks To Do This Year

I’ve pulled together a list of essential financial tasks I would recommend to clients for maintaining and improving their financial health and wellbeing this year.

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The Power of Developing Habits

As a Wealth Manager, I've seen firsthand how habits can make or break a person's financial future. The truth is, habits don't just affect our bank accounts – they shape every aspect of our lives.

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Sarah Stevens Sarah Stevens

SMART Financial Goals for 2025

Do your New Years Resolutions involve financial goals that are SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Time-bound)?   Let's explore how to craft these goals effectively for the new year!

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Living Without Regret: Lessons from Life’s Final Reflections

Reflecting on life’s journey often brings to light common regrets that many individuals share as they near the end of their lives. Insights from Bronnie Ware, a former palliative care worker, reveal the five most prevalent regrets expressed by her patients.

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5 Healthy Habits!

Incorporating healthy habits into your daily routine can significantly enhance your overall well-being. Here are five of the best healthy habits to adopt.

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