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The success of a startup often hinges on meticulous financial planning and management. For many entrepreneurs, this can be a source of stress and an overwhelming part of their journey. However, it's ...

Understand the fundamentals of financial planning, including goal setting, budgeting, investing and risk management to take control of your financial future Written By Written by Staff Senior Editor, ...

Learn more about financial planning to set your life on the right course and to maximize your net worth. The steps here are designed for you to meet your financial goals. It’s hard not to cover your ...

Onboarding new clients is a notoriously onerous and time-consuming process for financial advisors, but it’s necessary for a successful relationship. Here’s how to make sure you’re gathering the right ...

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The best way to help clients pay the highest amount of income tax possible is to do nothing. Letting taxes "just happen" virtually guarantees that opportunities are getting missed. Even for taxpayers ...

In September 2007 I made the career shift from airline pilot to financial planner. The transition was driven by the widespread lack of retirement literacy I saw among my pilot buddies and by a ...