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Biblically Responsible Investing – An Objective Look into a Subjective Matter

Investing /

Biblically Responsible Investing (BRI) seeks to align an investor’s faith with their investments. However, the inherent subjectivity of aligning an investor’s values with a fund manager’s values proves to be a challenge. In addition, there historically has been performance drag due to their active management. BRI – Is it right for you?

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When Can I Retire? What Does Life Look Like When I Do?

Financial Planning /

One of the first questions many people ask us is, “When can I retire?” While we are grateful that people are asking us this question before they have already retired (versus after and then subsequently wondering if they’ll run out of money), it is important to note that the concepts around retirement are fortunately shifting. Many people instead are asking, “How can I live a longer and more satisfying life with the resources I have in place?”

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Cyber Security, Home Security, Personal Security…but SOCIAL Security?

Security, Cyber, Identity Theft /

Are YOU Feeling Very Secure?

Somewhat ironic perhaps? “Social Security” conjures up neither feelings of security nor being very social these days. It’s simply not new news that our Social Security program has challenges that lie ahead.

Changing the paradigm a bit, however, the gloom and angst around our Social Security program creates great reason to celebrate!  What?!

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