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Can I Save Too Much for Retirement?

In Articles, Articles: Kansas City Office, Articles: Salt Lake City Office by Scott Dougan

When it comes to retirement preparedness, countless studies indicate that many baby boomers are woefully unprepared. As a general demographic, they face the grim possibility of struggling with poverty in their later years, or even being unable to retire at all. It’s a sobering reality, but it raises an interesting question to the contrary: can someone actually save too much …

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Long Term Care Insurance and Health Insurance – Not Your Average Topic

In Articles, Articles: Kansas City Office, Articles: Salt Lake City Office by Scott Dougan

For those who are approaching the later stages of life, insurance is a big deal. And with politics endlessly in the news, politicians from all sides continue to debate what’s best for the “average American.” Unfortunately, these discussions often lead to gridlock, fueled by competing perspectives, and a system riddled with flaws. While there may be no straightforward solutions to …

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The New Inheritance Trend

In Articles, Articles: Kansas City Office, Articles: Salt Lake City Office by Scott Dougan

As college costs continue to rise and the job market becomes increasingly tech-driven, many families with young children are feeling the weight of financial uncertainty. The very education their kids need to thrive appears to be slipping out of reach, with alarming stories of graduates burdened by hefty student loans as they embark on adulthood. This situation leaves parents and …

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Five Tax Strategies to Help Your Money Last in Retirement

In Articles, Articles: Kansas City Office, Kiplinger, Retirement by Scott Dougan

The intricacies of tax planning are a critical component of your overall retirement strategy. Minimizing taxes in retirement isn’t just about reducing today’s tax bill — it’s about ensuring that your hard-earned money lasts longer and that you can draw from your assets efficiently. By applying a logical, data-driven approach, you can create a retirement tax strategy that maximizes your income and …

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Timing Your Retirement and Remaining Retired

In Articles, Articles: Kansas City Office, Articles: Salt Lake City Office by Scott Dougan

Retirement means something a bit different to everyone. To some, it’s a financial finish line. To others, retirement represents a transition from paid work to volunteer work. Whatever it means to you and those close to you, retirement happens, whether by choice or by force. As a person nears ‘retirement age’, a litany of decisions arise that must be carefully …

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Client Corner: Retirement is Everything We Hoped it Would Be

In Articles, Articles: Salt Lake City Office, SLC Fall 2024 by Scott Dougan

Toby and I retired 2 1/2 years ago after long careers with the federal government. At first, we were concerned about staying busy, but soon found ourselves taking classes at the U of U, playing pickleball, golfing, hiking, and doing volunteer taxes. Needless to say, our days are filled! We are also determined to live these “go go” years to …

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Service Updates

In Articles, Articles: Salt Lake City Office, SLC Fall 2024 by Scott Dougan

Our Service & Experience Enhancement Project is Complete With your help, we were able to complete our service and experience enhancement project a couple of weeks ago and fully transition to our new investment management platform.  During our annual Advisor’s Summit at the office in Kansas City, our advisors had the opportunity to connect with Head of Sales, Kevin Thornton, …

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Who Is Really Winning At Retirement?

In Articles, Articles: Kansas City Office, Articles: Salt Lake City Office by Scott Dougan

I’d like to share a few important discoveries that we’ve made in our business. This list is actually pretty insightful because it’s one that our clients helped us assemble. Those who invest the most in their planning reap the greatest rewards. People who regret financial decisions can usually point to not having enough information about the decision. Typically, this results from …

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Fall Festival: Viva Las Vegas

In Articles, Articles: Kansas City Office, Community Involvement, Fall 2024 by Scott Dougan

You’re Invited: Fall Festival You and a guest are cordially invited to our annual Fall Festival – Viva Las Vegas Style! Wear your favorite Elvis gear or an outfit from the classic film – Viva Las Vegas! Thurs, October 24th 6:00-9:00pm Meadowbrook Clubhouse 9101 Nall Avenue Prairie Village, KS 66207 Entertainment: Victor Trevino, Jr The World’s Best Elvis Tribute Artist …

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NEW BOOK!

In Articles, Articles: Kansas City Office, Fall 2024 by Scott Dougan

Exceptional Retirement by Scott Dougan, RFC Having the right decision-making process is crucial to achieving exceptional results. To secure a truly successful retirement, timing is everything. In Exceptional Retirement, Scott Dougan reveals the Four Questions All Retirees Ask—answers that are essential for anyone navigating their financial future. The decisions you make today will define your tomorrow. Can you afford to …