Briefcase Study: A Hybrid Retirement
When shopping for a new car, buyers are now faced with many more choices than whether to get the blue one or the silver one. Choosing among powertrain options has made the process much more intellectual and even political. While some may choose a traditional gas-powered engine, others opt for the chance to go all electric. But for some, the …
Thank you for volunteering with us!
We had 39 enthusiastic folks show up for the Harvesters event on Friday, March 1st. Our group’s efforts will have a tremendous impact on our community. We couldn’t be more pleased. We packed: 10 pallets 424 cases 2,120 bags at a whopping 8,223 pounds of food! BackSnack: About the Program The BackSnack program provides a weekly backpack filled with nutritious, …
2024 Spring Newsletter: Kansas City
Do you remember being young and…broke? Whether it was when you were 12 and mowed a neighbor’s lawn for a few bucks or being in college living on a fast food income or the generosity of your parents, you found so much joy in life, in spite of having almost no money. Look at you now! Could that kid or …
Team Corner
Welcome Harrison Katie and Brandon welcomed their 4th child, Harrison Cole Murray, on January 26th. Hadley, Hayes and Harlow are so in love with him!
Briefcase Study: Has Spring Finally Sprung?! Spring Cleaning, Anyone?
Spring has to be your favorite season; or at least in your top three or four. Everything is new again, fresh, bright, ripe with hope of new adventures. I’m a sucker for spring. If you share even a fraction of my spring enthusiasm, you may also feel that deep-down desire to get things cleaned up and sorted after a long …
Back to the Basics: Social Security’s Health and Taxation
After decades of doing your job, saving money, and just plain navigating life, retirement approaches and shocks you with its complexity. The number of things to consider when planning a retirement is daunting, and Social Security is no exception. While the options have been reduced slightly, there’s still a lot to consider when claiming the benefit that you’ve funded and …
Fall Festival Thank You and Save the Dates
Thank you for attending and/or participating in the Fall Festival! We thought the Luau, Hawaiian dancer and Comedian, Michael Saccone, were a hit. All the raffle/auction items were generously donated by companies in our neighborhood. Some of our wonderful clients donated items as well. We can’t thank them enough. We raised $18,489.35 for CASAJWC. These funds directly benefit children who …
Team Corner
Welcome to the Team Joe Wild, Paraplanner Joe graduated from Kansas State University in 2019 with a degree in History. He previously worked in the life insurance industry as well as in the banking industry. Joe prides himself on his ability to build strong personal relationships with clients to help them feel confident in their financial decisions. In his free …
2024 Winter Newsletter: Kansas City
I don’t have to tell you how quickly 2023 passed us by. It seems like we just ushered in the New Year and now we’re about to get to know 2024, just like that. Over the past year, we’ve seen incredible rises in interest rates, a stock market that’s finding its footing once again, and a news year that continues …
Back to the Basics: Ways To Maintain Or Improve Your Lifestyle In Retirement
Approaching retirement age is an exciting time for most. The opportunity to spend more time doing the things you enjoy, and may have put off, leads many aspiring retirees to dream about the future like they haven’t in years. While this new phase of life can be deeply satisfying, it can also result in new and unique fears. Retiring at …