If you know anything about American history, you know that July 4th is the day that Congress approved the Declaration of Independence (fun fact: it wasn’t signed until August 2, 1776 — almost a month later!). But we celebrate the 4th as the day that the United States...
It’s conference season here at Guiding Wealth and we just got back from the first of many: FPA Retreat. This amazing conference is designed to help make financial planners the best that they can be — both in their skillset and knowledge, as well as in their client...
Talking about money, in any setting, can feel taboo at best. Whether you struggle with money or you have plenty, it can be hard to know who to talk to money about and when. You may have children or close family and friends you are supporting financially, or you could...
Did you know that the happiest people in the world aren’t just happy? Study after study suggests that happiness isn’t just an innate quality; it’s a matter of a person’s environment, their relationships, and what they do each and every day. What we do every day —...
My retired clients are some of the most vibrant and active people I know — and there’s no stopping them. Retirement also looks a lot different now than it did 50 years ago. People have a long list of trips they’re taking, events they’re attending, and visits they’re...
Most clients are surprised when they get to retirement and see that their taxes have changed. I have this conversation with almost all of my clients when they retire. They go from having a normal W2 income, where their taxes are withheld — and sometimes they even...
It’s almost April, which means that it’s almost Tax Deadline Time. For most people, taxes aren’t something they look forward to, but it’s also not something they worry about that much. After all, you fill out a few forms and hope to get a return, right? But in my work...
D Magazine, one of Dallas’s top publications, has been on a mission to provide a spotlight for the area since 1974. They share everything from local arts, culture, politics, fashion, food, and nightlife, but they’re particularly great at providing locals a list of the...
I love my job. I think quite a few people say they love their jobs, but for me, it’s really true. Working with my clients is truly a privilege — they’re some of the most amazing and interesting people I’ve ever met. But aside from my great clients, I also love the...
When the markets fall, it can be intimidating for everyone — including your financial planner. As an individual, watching your account balances fall is stressful and, as a financial planner, we watch that happen to each of our clients. It’s hard to see our clients...
