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Upcoming Events

In Articles: Kansas City Office, Community Involvement, Fall 2023 by Scott Dougan

Year End Tax Webinar Thursday, November 2nd 12:00 noon – 1:00 pm This webinar will be live. If you can’t attend, a link will be shared after to view at your convenience. Fall Festival / Hawaiian Luau Thurs, Oct 19, 2023 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm Arts & Heritage Center 8788 Metcalf Avenue Overland Park KS 66212 Click here or …

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Back to the Basics: When Should We Claim Social Security Benefits?

In Articles, Articles: Kansas City Office, Articles: Salt Lake City Office, Back to the Basics, Fall 2023, SLC Fall 2023 by Scott Dougan

When approaching retirement, one of the big questions you may be considering is when to file for Social Security benefits. Because most people can claim and receive benefits as early as age 62, but each year that you wait earns a bump in pay for the rest of your life, the decision can be confusing and anxiety-inducing. And while it’s …

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Briefcase Study: The Cash and Happiness Relationship

In Articles, Articles: Kansas City Office, Articles: Salt Lake City Office, Briefcase Studies, Fall 2023, SLC Fall 2023 by Scott Dougan

The Cash and Happiness Relationship With the dramatic change in interest rates this year, a lot of people are rethinking how much cash is appropriate in a financial plan. And while the answer depends on goals, resources available for short or long-term needs, and personal preference, this reminds us of the big question people continue to ponder: “Does money buy …