Investing Strategies by Profession

From teachers to engineers, there are a variety of people who work with Eric and his team to build a solid financial plan. Those in similar professions tend to have similar mindsets when it comes to finances. We discuss what similarities Eric sees across different industries and how he approaches each of them. Do any of these relate to you and your financial mindset? Find out what strategies a financial advisor might suggest pursuing.  

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Mailbag: Should I Help My Parents with Long-Term Care Costs?

For those in the sandwich generation, you may be wondering how much to help aging parents who weren’t prepared for long-term care costs or your children trying to pay for college. Is it wise to step up financially to help them or are you better off focusing on your own retirement savings? This dilemma is a common one and something a financial advisor can help you to navigate realistically. When you come through a planning process, you might discover an opportunity to help your parents or other family members without hurting your financial future. 

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Mailbag: Should I be Worried about Investing in a Bank?

You may have seen the news about some bank issues with banks like Silicon Valley Bank. Is that cause for concern? If you have money in the bank, Eric explains how much is covered and what you can do to protect yourself. With any investments you make, realize which of the three components you’ll have: safety, liquidity, or growth.

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Baseball and Retirement Planning

America’s pastime has been enjoyed by people of all ages for many, many years, but how much have you thought about baseball from a retirement planning perspective? Today we’ll explore the parallels between being successful in sport and finances.

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Financial Truth Bombs

Need someone to tell it to you straight? On today’s episode, Eric gives four financial truth bombs that might change the way you think about your financial plan and your portfolio.

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If Retirement Were Like A Game Show

Everyone loves a good game show, whether it’s The Price Is Right, Jeopardy, or Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? It’s fun to play along, but remember, they’re just a game. Today we’ll talk about game shows and how they relate to your retirement planning process. Ready to play? 

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