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Are you tempted to overindulge in soaring equities? Read this blog to learn why a diversified strategy is key to long-term success.
Here are retirement plan contribution limits for 2025. Check them out to see how much you can save for retirement.
Does pursuing investment premiums increase risk? Learn how diversified equity portfolios emphasizing small cap, value, and high-profitability stocks compare to market volatility and returns.
How much should your FRS Investment Plan have? Watch the video for key factors like inflation, Social Security timing, and liabilities.
Get your finances ready for 2025 with this year-end checklist! Maximize contributions, review taxes, rebalance investments, and more.
Discover smart year-end tax-planning strategies, from tax-loss harvesting and charitable giving to IRA conversions, to potentially lower your 2024 tax bill.
Are you ready to create a lasting impact you can witness today? Discover ways to build a living legacy through philanthropy, family support, and community investment.
Wondering when to switch to the FRS Investment Plan? Learn the key factors to consider, including career stage, retirement goals, and plan benefits to make the best choice for your financial future.
Learn how using an asset location strategy can help you minimize taxes on your investment portfolio. Discover which types of assets are best placed in taxable accounts versus tax-deferred accounts for maximum tax efficiency.
What should you do in the wake of a natural disaster like a hurricane? Here are financial tips to help you deal with the aftermath.
Northstar Financial Planners of Plantation, FL, was honored to sponsor the eighth annual Casino Night benefiting the Dade County Association of Firefighter Charities, Inc.
Thinking of choosing the FRS Investment Plan? Discover the four biggest mistakes we see Special Risk participants make.
Are you wondering how much cash is too much to keep on hand? Discover why holding excess cash could be holding you back and what to do instead.
Northstar Financial Planners of Plantation, FL, was proud to be a premier sponsor of NAMIWalks Broward County on October 5, 2024, in Davie.
Learn about the five biggest mistakes FRS Special Risk pre-retirees make with their retirement plans and how to avoid them for a more secure financial future.
Why maintaining a long-term perspective and a diversified portfolio can help weather any short-term volatility during election seasons.
Rather than succumb to greed or fear, follow the long-term strategy of rebalancing. Here’s how it works.
Thinking of converting a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA? Here are some considerations to help you decide.
The absence of a reliable pattern in sector performance supports an “own them all” approach.
Prepare for 2025’s tax changes as the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act sunsets. Learn how income and estate taxes will revert to 2016 levels and what steps to take now.
Explore strategies for drawing income from your FRS Investment Plan as retirement approaches. This video addresses common concerns, offers insights on annuities, and highlights the importance of diversification and professional advice.
Here are strategies to manage and reduce debt to help create a stress-free retirement.
Consider these three mistakes that can reduce investment returns and increase anxiety.
Learn the pros and cons of pet insurance to make an informed decision for your furry friend’s health and your finances.
What to consider when figuring out your Social Security benefits age.
AI will likely benefit more than the developers. What does that mean for investors?
Headlines warn that Social Security funds may run out. Are the concerns valid, and what should you do? This blog discusses the future of Social Security.
Here are the documents you should have to help protect you and your estate.
Learn the basics of Medicare, including enrollment deadlines, costs, and how IRMAA can affect higher-income individuals and couples.