Microsoft offers employees numerous ways to defer income, save on taxes, and plan for retirement. Understanding the various components of your benefits package is crucial to balancing current cash flow needs with future financial goals. Our wealth consultants are ready to assist you in navigating these benefits and understanding how… Read More

US presidential elections are terrific entertainment. Given their cost (a couple of billion US dollars for either side), this is just as well. This uniquely elevated price point might help to explain why every election is “the most important in our lifetime” and a “genuine toss-up” between the two main… Read More

Amazon provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you accumulate wealth, manage risks, and plan for retirement. Understanding these benefits is essential for maximizing your financial future. Our wealth consultants are ready to help you understand how today’s decisions can shape your long-term goals. Reach out to us to… Read More

As your life evolves, so should your estate plan. It’s common for people to create their estate plan and then set it aside, but revisiting and updating these documents is essential. An outdated plan, though better than none, can lead to complications when distributing your estate. Keeping… Read More

After a decade of strong performance, early-stage and growth companies have faced significant challenges since early 2022. These challenges include rising interest rates, reduced exit activity, and falling valuations. To illustrate the shift from a bull to a bear market for VC-backed companies, consider the following two charts. The first… Read More

Estate planning is often misunderstood as simply drafting a will, but it involves much more. A comprehensive estate plan includes a range of documents that outline who will inherit your assets and who will manage your affairs if you’re incapacitated. It’s important to understand the key components of an… Read More

Your estate plan isn’t just a set-it-and-forget-it kind of thing. It’s like a living, breathing document that evolves with you. Just as your life changes, so too should your estate plan. That’s why it’s crucial to review your will and other documents every 3-5 years to make sure they still… Read More

As we dive into the Medicare Open Enrollment period, it’s a great time to get a handle on your healthcare options. This annual event, running from October 15th to December 7th, is your chance to review, adjust, and potentially enhance your Medicare coverage. For many, navigating through the various plans… Read More

Readers may be surprised to know that in the process of interviewing clients to work with our firm, we often encourage them to continue self-managing their investments. While it is beneficial to any business to onboard more clients, people who are legitimately equipped to do it themselves can have success… Read More

Many investors find themselves with a substantial portion of their wealth tied up in a single company. This might come from executive compensation, an inheritance, or just savvy stock picking. What starts as a well-balanced portfolio can easily become dominated by one stock, especially in regions with booming tech sectors. Read More