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What to Ask Before You Hire: 1) Are you fee-only and a fiduciary at all times? Please confirm in writing. 2) How are you compensated? Flat fee, subscription, or AUM, and what’s included? 3) What conflicts exist, and how are they managed and disclosed? 4) Will I receive a written financial plan and IPS? 5) How do you coordinate with my CPA and estate attorney? 6) What is the review cadence, and how do we measure progress?

Why the Importance of Tax Planning Can’t Be Overstated Tax planning isn’t just about filing your taxes on time or finding last-minute deductions. It’s a proactive strategy that helps you keep more of what you earn. Think of it as a roadmap that guides your financial decisions throughout the year, not just at tax season. Why is this so important? Because taxes can take a big bite out of your income, especially if you have stock options or other complex assets. Without a

Perspective on Turning High Income into Lasting Wealth If you’re reading this, you’re likely navigating a compensation structure that includes more than just a paycheck. Stock options, restricted stock, performance bonuses, deferred compensation: these tools can be incredibly powerful, but they also introduce complexity that many high earners underestimate. I often remind clients that building wealth as a Highly Compensated Employee (HCE) isn’t about how much you make...

The most important point is that well-diversified portfolios have demonstrated remarkable resilience despite the challenging market conditions we've recently faced. We continue to have strong confidence in the long-term outlook.