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What Does Fee-Only Mean?
"Fee-only" and "fee-based" sound similar — but they mean very different things for how your advisor gets paid, and whose interests come first. A short video explaining the difference and why it matters when you're choosing someone to manage your family's money.
mkostelnik13
Oct 5, 20221 min read
Getting the Most out of Your 401k: Roth vs Traditional
Roth or Traditional 401(k)? The choice affects your taxes now, your taxes in retirement, and potentially tens of thousands of dollars in lifetime tax liability. A short video breakdown to help you think it through.
mkostelnik13
Aug 18, 20221 min read
How To Get The Most Out of Your 401k: What is a 401k?
Part 1 of our 401(k) series: what a 401(k) actually is, and how it compares to an IRA, 403(b), and other retirement accounts. A short video overview to get the foundation right before making contribution decisions.
mkostelnik13
Aug 9, 20221 min read
What Type of Student Do You Have?
Not every student is the same — and neither is the financial aid they'll be offered. Understanding where your student falls on the academic and financial spectrum is the key to knowing which colleges will give you the best package. A short video introduction.
mkostelnik13
Jul 27, 20221 min read
The Three Phases of College Planning
What you should be doing to prepare for college depends entirely on your child's age. From young kids to juniors and seniors, each phase has its own priorities — and different levers you can pull. A short video walkthrough.
mkostelnik13
Jul 26, 20221 min read
Want to do better with your money? Here's how to get started.
"How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time." Getting your financial life in order can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to. A short video on where to start when you're ready to do better with your money.
mkostelnik13
Jul 25, 20221 min read
What Is Your Problem?
<p>Money problems? For many, money is a complicated issue. The […]</p>
mkostelnik13
Jul 21, 20221 min read
If You Have Kids, Check This App Out
Our family started using www.busykid.com about ten months ago, and […]
mkostelnik13
Jul 19, 20221 min read
In A Down Market, This Can Be a Good Move
Down markets feel painful — but they create one of the best tax planning opportunities of the year. A short video on how to turn a paper loss into a real tax benefit.
mkostelnik13
Jul 18, 20221 min read
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