Giving Thanks: What We’re Grateful for in 2021
With Thanksgiving right around the corner in the U.S., we’re taking a moment to think about what we’re thankful for here at Guiding Wealth. First and foremost, we’re grateful for you, our clients. You’ve given us the chance to do work we truly care about, and we are...
What Does Tax Planning Look Like?
While it’s always a good idea to consider taxes whenever you make financial plans, the end of the year is the perfect time to start actively preparing your finances for tax season. You won’t be filing your return for another few months, but now is your chance to do...
Award News: ThinkAdvisor’s LUMINARIES Class of 2021
Guiding Wealth is pleased to announce that our founder, Hannah Moore, CFP®, was named in the LUMINARIES Class of 2021. ThinkAdvisor’s LUMINARIES Award ThinkAdvisor created the LUMINARIES Award to recognize and honor industry members for “the dynamic and inclusive ways...
Reframing Debt: It’s a Tool, Not a Sign of Failure
Debt is a hotly debated topic among people of all ages and financial circumstances. The financial planning community is full of different opinions as well. Some financial planners eschew debt in any and all circumstances, often implying that taking on debt is a sign...
How To Have Financial Conversations With Your Kids
As you’ve grown your career and saved for retirement, you’ve learned a lot about financial planning and building wealth. Do you want to pass that wisdom on to your children? No matter how old your kids are, it’s never too early (or late!) to discuss finances and help...
Financial Concerns for the Sandwich Generation
Every stage of life has unique financial planning challenges. Young individuals and couples need to figure out how to start a retirement account and a college fund. Financial planning for many people in their middle years revolves around career progression,...
The Value of Financial Planning as We Age
No matter where you are in your life, the value of financial planning can’t be understated. See how a financial planner can help you.
Why Do We Invest in Bonds?
While bonds are an important part of a well-developed investment portfolio, they are sometimes considered boring or less advantageous than “real” stocks. However, there are several important reasons to include bonds in your investment portfolio, especially if you are...
How “Uncertain Times” Have Changed Our Risk Tolerances
COVID-19 controlled nearly every part of our lives for over a year. Job security shrank, the market became unstable, and quarantines impacted every industry. Even with vaccines rolling out and states reopening, we likely haven’t seen all the long-term effects of the...
New Trends in Investing
Here at Guiding Wealth, it’s our job to stay on top of investment news and to notice trends in the markets. While that includes stocks and portfolios, it also includes people. Over the last couple of years, we’ve noticed some significant changes in how people invest...
Guiding Wealth Advisor Named Top 100 Financial Advisors by Investopedia
We have exciting news! Hannah Moore, CFP(R), the financial advisor who operates Guiding Wealth, was listed on Investopedia’s Top 100 Financial Advisors in the nation for the third year in a row! This is a really big honor for Hannah, and it’s an award that is...
Planning for the Future After a Pandemic
At Guiding Wealth, one recent trend we’ve noticed among our clients is that they’re no longer planning only for themselves. The COVID-19 pandemic has encouraged everyone to look at the bigger picture and take other people into account: parents, children,...