Blog
Self-Insuring for Long-Term Care: What It Really Requires
For some households, self-insuring is a sound choice. For others, it creates hidden risk that does not appear until care is needed.
Read MoreAligning Income Strategy with Lifestyle: A Strategic Approach to Retirement Planning
One of the most crucial aspects of retirement planning is the alignment of income strategy with lifestyle.
Read MorePlan Taxes Wisely for Retirement
Many individuals find themselves unprepared for the financial realities that accompany this new stage. One of the most significant pitfalls that can derail a well-planned retirement is the mismanagement of taxes.
Read MoreThe Power of Single Premium Life Insurance
An underutilized tool in the fight to grow, protect and transfer assets is the single premium life insurance policy.
Read MoreUnderstanding the Rise and Risks of Private Credit
Have you heard about private credit and how it’s shaping today’s markets? Greg explains how this sector has grown into a multi-trillion-dollar force and why recent events are raising concerns.
Read MoreShow All
Why Stability in Retirement is More Important than Returns
Many individuals, influenced by the financial-industrial complex, become entrapped in a cycle of seeking higher returns without fully understanding the implications of their investment choices.
Read MoreThinking Differently About Retirement Planning: An Integrated Approach
The concept of "thinking differently" transcends mere financial strategies; it embodies a holistic understanding of how various factors—financial, tax, and estate planning—intersect to create a comprehensive retirement plan.
Read MoreClarity Fosters Peace in Retirement
At the heart of DuPont's advice is the notion that clarity is the first step toward overcoming the dis-ease that often accompanies the transition into retirement.
Read More5 Market Lessons from 2025: Shaping Your Financial Future
Now that we're well into 2026 and have had ample time to reflect, there's some lessons to be learned. The most valuable lessons come from stepping back and observing the structural trends beneath the noise.
Read MoreRetirement Planning with a Clear Vision
To avoid surprises, it is crucial to have a comprehensive retirement income plan that encompasses not only financial but also tax and estate planning.
Read MoreThe One Big Beautiful Bill Act: A Comprehensive Guide for High-Net Worth Americans
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act is a massive piece of legislation that creates distinct winners and losers. It rewards business investment and simplifies estate transfer for the wealthy, but it complicates deductions for high-income earners
Read More401(k) Tax Jail—The IRS’s Ticking Time Bomb
If you have a 401(k), you've unknowingly make a deal with the IRS. You've promised to pay tax later and to let the IRS decide how much tax they take in your most vulnerable moment — retirement.
Read MoreFree Retirement Tax-Saving Video Special
A new retirement resource from Ed Slott and company.
Read MoreWhy the 4% Retirement Withdrawal Rule is Out-of-Date (And What to Do Instead)
People treat the 4% rule like a strategy when it’s really just a benchmark. They plan their future around a number, rather than incorporating a comprehensive system.
Read MoreThe Tax Tsunami – Why Today’s Low Taxes Won’t Last
With the U.S. national debt surpassing $34 trillion, tax rates are poised to rise dramatically. The government isn’t running a charity—it will need to refill its coffers, and your retirement accounts are a prime target.
Read MoreThe Greatest Wealth Transfer—Or the Greatest Wealth Confiscation?
Families need to be thinking about comprehensive estate and financial planning. Because what's the point of setting up a legacy plan if the legacy is eroded away by taxes and other retirement expenses, like long-term care?
Read MoreSmart Retirement Strategies in an Uncertain World
These next 15 years will likely be a period of significant transformation, one where the outcomes are uncertain but the implications are vast. Learn how to update your retirement strategies amid uncertain times.
Read MoreMedicare JOY: How to Secure Health Coverage in Retirement
Medicare is a complex and essential aspect of retirement planning. Navigating its intricacies can be overwhelming, but with the right guidance, it can become manageable.
Read MoreEmotional and Financial Coaching Go Hand in Hand During Retirement
Retirement is more than just financial planning. It's about rediscovering your identity and purpose, managing your energy and crafting the next exciting chapter of your life.
Read MoreAchieving Financial Freedom: Insights from the Debt Free 4 Life and Shred Method Programs
Tracey Spikes of SMART Advisor Network and Adam Carroll of The Shred Method shine light on innovative strategies that promise to guide individuals towards not just freedom from debt but a secure financial future.
Read MoreGregory DuPont featured on ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX network affiliates as a guest on 'Break Through Wi
Certified Financial Planner and Lawyer, Gregory DuPont was recently a featured guest on 'Break Through With Lisa Nichols!'. DuPont shared his March to a Million commitment to positively impact one million families.
Read MoreEconomic Forecast for 2024
In this article, we'll take a look at what happened in 2023 and why, and what the experts are forecasting for 2024.
Read MoreWhat is a Market Index and How Does it Work?
In this blog, we'll shed some light on the history of indexes and the role they play in modern financial planning. So, fasten your seatbelts as we embark on a journey to demystify the intriguing world of financial indexing.
Read MorePreparing for the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Sunset at the End of 2025
Unless Congress acts, many of the changes implemented in the TCJA are scheduled to “sunset” on December 31, 2025. At that time, rates will revert to pre-2017 levels. Learn how to prepare yourself now.
Read MoreIRS 2024 Tax Brackets and Retirement Contribution Limits
With the 2024 tax year on the horizon, it's never too early to start thinking about your taxes.
Read MoreHow M1 Money Supply & Inflation Are Related
Sometimes, a picture tells a thousand words, and this chart of the M1 money supply certainly does just that.
Read MoreActive vs. Passive Investing: Which is Better?
There are two main approaches to investing: active and passive. Investors tend to align themselves with one strategy or the other, often finding themselves at opposing ends of the investment spectrum. So, what’s the difference?
Read MoreFortifying Your Digital Defenses
To safeguard your financial well-being, exercise caution and refrain from sharing sensitive passwords or account information over the phone.
Read MoreTransitioning into Retirement Confidently
Are you getting ready to retire? If so, congratulations! Retirement is an exciting and rewarding milestone in life. But it can also be a daunting transition. Many retirees face financial, mental, and physical challenges that they never...
Read More4 Things To Do With Old 401(k)s
4 Things To Do With Old 401(k)sAccording to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average American changes jobs every 4.2 years. As you move on to new opportunities, it’s important to not forget about your old 401(k) or 403(b)....
Read MoreHow to Help Your Parents Transition into Assisted Living
How to Help Your Parents Transition into Assisted LivingAs they age, our parents may need some help with daily tasks. If an elderly loved one becomes unable to take care of themselves due to physical or mental impairment, it might be...
Read MoreHow to Prepare Your Child for College
How to Prepare Your Child for CollegeThe United States has long been known as a world leader in education. Our universities are some of the best in the world, and our public school system is also highly regarded. Because of the...
Read MoreHow To Start a Business During Retirement
Many retirees are finding that starting a business is the perfect way to stay active and engaged after leaving their full-time job. Staying afloat and being financially secure during retirement is a must for us to survive in this world...
Read MoreHow to Minimize the Impact of Income Taxes on Your Finances
How to Minimize the Impact of Income Taxes on Your FinancesNo one likes to pay taxes, but they are a necessary part of life. The good news is that there are ways to mitigate the impact of income taxes on your finances. In this blog, we...
Read MoreHow to Defer and Reduce Capital Gains Taxes on Investments
How to Defer and Reduce Capital Gains Taxes on InvestmentsThe federal deficit is at an all-time high, and the government needs to find new ways to raise revenue. One of the main ways they do this is to increase taxes. In fact,...
Read MoreWhat Are My Long-Term Care Options?
What Are My Long-Term Care Options?Many people equate the term ‘long-term care’ with being in a nursing home. However, there are many different forms of long-term care including assisted living, at-home care, and care in...
Read More5 Questions to Ask Your Financial Advisor Before a Recession
5 Questions to Ask Your Financial Advisor Before a RecessionWhile the U.S. is not currently in a recession, it is a very likely future. This is rightfully making many families feel nervous. The U.S. has not faced a serious recession...
Read More3 Things Pre-Retirees Must Know About Cryptocurrency Investments
3 Things Pre-Retirees Must Know About Cryptocurrency InvestmentsA good retirement investment portfolio should have diversity in asset classes in order to mitigate risk. One way many pre-retirees are diversifying their assets is by...
Read More