Is a Reverse Mortgage a Smart Path to Extra Retirement Cash Flow?

by Joel Dansby* on Jan 2, 2021

If you’re over the age of 62 and in need of some extra cash flow in your retirement, you may be considering a reverse mortgage. Borrowing money from your home equity might sound like a good idea, but is it actually a wise move financially? Here are some things to consider when making the decision to take out a reverse mortgage on your home.
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What Does Having Wealth Mean to You?

by Joel Dansby* on Dec 29, 2020

In our discussions with clients, the term “wealth” has always been tossed about somewhat loosely. We talk about building wealth, wealth management, wealth enhancement, and wealth preservation and wealth in general as if it were universally understood.

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Which Life Insurance Policy is Right for You?

by Joel Dansby* on Dec 26, 2020

The decision to buy life insurance is one of the most critical decisions we make, which is why the decision as to which type of life insurance policy to buy can be just as critical. You can’t really try on a life insurance policy, so the one you choose needs to fit you like a glove from the outset.

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Should You Retire at the Same Time As Your Spouse?

by Joel Dansby* on Dec 12, 2020

If you and your spouse are making plans to retire, you’re probably wondering whether it’s a good idea to retire at the same time. Many couples go through the same thought process and, in fact, one in four couples quit their jobs within a year of each other. But retirement is a decision that should be carefully thought out. Here are some things to consider when deciding whether to retire at the same time as your spouse.

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Should You be the Bank of Mom and Dad to Your Adult Child?

by Joel Dansby* on Dec 8, 2020

What to do when Your Adult Child Comes Looking for a Loan

It’s an unfortunate sign of the times as an increasing number of adult children, caught in the convergence of a sluggish economy, a slow job market, and tight lending, are turning to the Bank of Mom and Dad for financial help.

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Demystifying Whole Life Premiums

by Joel Dansby* on Dec 5, 2020

Critics of whole life insurance point to the higher premiums these plans require and the inflexibility of the payment schedule, however, when the structure and features of whole life insurance are fully understood, a fair-minded person would see that it offers affordability and flexibility along with unmatched long term security.  When whole life premiums are clearly explained, it becomes

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Zeroing in on Mutual Fund Expenses

by Joel Dansby* on Dec 1, 2020

As investment options continue to expand and competition for investment dollars increase, the mutual fund industry is coming under increasing scrutiny for the expenses charged in many mutual funds.

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