In the News: Stock market and economy not as disconnected as they seem
As seen in the Marietta Daily Journal, Bil Lako, CFP® explains why you might be seeing a disconnect between a rallying stock market and a struggling economy.
In the News: Retirement liquidity: Bonds or dividends?
As seen in the Marietta Daily Journal, Bil Lako, CFP®, explains that saving for retirement only takes discipline. Spending retirement funds involves more variables, more flexibility and more emotions—especially when it comes to spending principal.
In the News: Roth IRA conversions seem straightforward, but devil in the details
As seen in the Marietta Daily Journal, Bil Lako, CFP®, explains that while Roth conversions are a very useful strategy, whether it is a good decision for you is very dependent on your situation.
In the News: Is cash king? Depends on your needs
As seen in the Marietta Daily Journal, Bil Lako, CFP®, explains that it is very likely that many investors are sitting on a lot of cash. He explains what to do with it.
In the News: No single solution to maximize inherited IRAs
This week in the Marietta Daily Journal, Bil Lako CFP®, explains that when it comes to inherited IRAs, the solution that works for your family is very dependent on your long-term goals for the money, how much is in the IRA, at what age the original IRA owner dies, and the tax situation of the beneficiaries.
In the News: Starting your financial journey over after a divorce
This week in the Marietta Daily Journal, Bil Lako, CFP®, explains even if divorce happens to you later in life, there is still time to recover and take control of your finances with the help of a trusted adviser. Read the article here. Disclosures: The investments referenced within this article may currently be traded by…
In the News: Engaging the uninterested spouse into family finances
This week in the Marietta Daily Journal, Bil Lako, CFP®, highlights that your spouse may not care about the beta of your retirement portfolio, but there is a very good chance that he or she is concerned about how much risk you’re taking with your financial future.
In the News: During summer travel, don’t forget to visit your CPA
This week in the Marietta Daily Journal, Bil Lako, CFP®, reminds those who filed a tax extension should get their 2020 returns completed soon to minimize penalties and interest on unpaid taxes due.
In the News: “Sell in May and go away” is just quack
As seen in the in the Marietta Daily Journal, Bil Lako, CFP®, explains that if you were to “Sell in May and Go Away” you’d have to know the exact perfect time to make a move twice!
In the news: Investing through inflationary times
As seen in the Marietta Daily Journal: Bil Lako, CFP®, explains how inflation should be considered when investing.