Recording vital information you use today and for others to access should they ever need to step in for you, is often overlooked as an item on our to-do list. Using a smart phone has reduced my “knowing a number from memory”! If someone needed access to your contacts, have you established a way for […]
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It’s been quite a week of client meetings, workshops and presentations. Have observed how many people hesitate to make a decision or take action. What has come to the surface is this – often times, decisions are not made because of fear the decision cannot be undone/updated or corrected. This prompted me to write
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Happy New Year! USA Today posted an article yesterday which provides a helpful overview for in business owners as we enter 2017. Tax implications of decisions implemented are best known in advance. Check with your tax consultants to ensure you are well prepared to take advantage of these new laws taking effect in 2017. “Joyce
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The Department of Labor (DOL) has finalized its much anticipated new fiduciary rule applicable to financial institutions and advisors working with retirement savers. The final version has changed significantly from its proposed form. These changes impact individual savers, companies providing benefits to employees and the financial industry providing services. Financial planning impacts all three generations in
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Our use of the internet has skyrocketed! When considering our daily activities, it is difficult to imagine a day without access to news, banking, programs and apps that enhance our day. The topic of Cybersecurity has been a topic of interest for individuals and businesses. Technology throughout the US and the world is a backbone
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2017 is just around the corner! Some interesting changes are ahead for businesses in California. In an article this week published by Gary Quackenbush in The North Bay Business Journal, they ask if we are ready? The list is comprehensive. Communication about these issues may come from your legal team, your HR department, or possibly
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Funny thing, blind spots are referenced often in life. What are blind spots? Merriam Webster provides three simple definitions: : an area around a car, truck, etc., that the driver cannot see : a tendency to ignore something especially because it is difficult or unpleasant : a small area at the back of the eye
Providing workshops throughout communities, I’ve learned how often we are ill-prepared for any disruption from our “normal” day to day lives. This has been a year filled with natural disasters, of random shootings, accident, illness and other disruptions. Keeping our sights on outcomes we can impact and on the many positive aspects of our lives
For all who are following state and national legislation about Digital Assets, the state of California has recently sent a bill to Governor Brown’s office in the state of California. AB691 allows access to a wide range of digital assets to treat them as if they are tangible assets. Digital Assets is a topic of
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The Living Planner Advisory Perspective Series presents questions to professionals each month. We provide our readers with this information to help them prepare for meetings with professionals they may consider using to help them plan and prepare for life. Considering our financial picture involves gathering a strong team. This month, it is my pleasure to
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