Impact – Wealth Management

When Someone You Love is Dying

When someone you love is dying, it can feel like your world is spinning out of control.  There are so many emotions, so many worries, so much to think about.  While there’s nothing I have found that makes this time EASIER, there are a few practical things you can do in preparation that will help … Read more

Preparing for a Happy Marriage in Retirement

You’re financially prepared for retirement, but is your MARRIAGE prepared for retirement? As a financial advisor who specializes in retirement planning, over the last 15 years I’ve helped somewhere around 100 couples transition into retirement.  The decision to retire is obviously one of the most important financial decisions that you will ever make.  You will … Read more

Take the vacation!

You’ve worked hard to save money, but now you’re finding it really hard to SPEND it.  I get it.  But in case you were looking for permission, here it is: Take the Vacation! The Balance between Saving and Spending Throughout my life, no force on earth proved more powerful than the “When I grow up…” … Read more

The Stock Market is Freaking Me Out!

I get it.  The stock market can feel terrifying. ESPECIALLY if you don’t feel confident in your financial advisor.  Are they really working for YOU? Are they always making trades in your account, or never making trades in your account?  Do you understand their answers when you ask them questions?  If the source of your … Read more