Reading Time: 3 minutesBeing called forth to perform family duties unexpectedly is a jolt to begin with. What if it’s something really technical, though, like being named as executor of a will? Don’t panic! In this blog we’ll cover what you should do, what the responsibilities are, etc. But before we get into it… We are financial advisors in […]
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Reading Time: 4 minutesThe process of receiving an inheritance can be complicated and expensive, but in this blog we’re going to present clear steps for getting through probate in New Jersey. We’ll cover what it is, specific aspects of NJ estate planning law to consider, and how to go about doing it yourself without costing a heap of
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Reading Time: 2 minutesMarket concentration results when there is a disproportionate amount of price appreciation spread over a small amount of stocks. Let’s back up a bit, shall we? Many investors have their money in index funds, which follow a particular type of market index. The index may be weighted according to the market capitalization of each stock. In those
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Reading Time: 3 minutesPsychiatrists and other mental health professionals tend to have mixed sentiments about retiring. While they would love to have more time to spend outside of work, many still love their jobs. Here are our tips for what a psychiatrist should do ten years out of retirement to take a step back gradually while still enjoying
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Reading Time: 3 minutesOne of the frequent questions we get from clients is, “I don’t know if I have a trust, or not.” Here are three easy ways to find out. But before we get into it… We are financial advisors in Morristown, NJ, providing financial advice for New Jersey residents as well as folks across the country. Before
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Reading Time: 3 minutesTaking a vacation is exciting, but how do you manage it so that it goes smoothly financially? There are certain risks that may rear their ugly heads and are best to nip in the bud. Here are some tips for traveling internationally that will help you avoid money mistakes and the stress that comes with
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Reading Time: < 1 minuteWith the market setting records so far this year, it’s left many wondering what the outlook should be for the rest of the year. While the market can never be predicted with accuracy, here is how Wall Street sees it. Analysts, overall, envision the median price target for the S&P 500 as 5,200, according to MarketWatch (2024).
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Reading Time: < 1 minuteAs the market has been more or less buoyant this year, investors are asking, “Is it smooth sailing yet?” We are not out of the woods despite many positive signs. Here are the economic developments that may be coming into play in the next months. Policymaker actions are entirely hypothetical until they happen. The best
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Reading Time: 4 minutesCreating an estate plan ranks low on the list of people’s favorite past times. But with a good understanding, the process can be made much simpler. In this blog we’ll talk about what an estate plan is, what goes into making one, and why having a will does not satisfy this need. But before we
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Reading Time: 3 minutesWe’ve seen a lot of people file their tax returns – and a lot of the snafus that they make. Here are some of the things you want to avoid doing as you file your 2023 tax return. But before we get into it… We are financial advisors in Morristown, NJ, providing financial advice for New
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