As much as I enjoy working out, there are some days I just don’t want to go to the gym. I understand the health benefits and how good I feel afterwards, yet somedays, I have no interest. Enter the personal trainer. The person whose primary focus is my health and wellness. She loves to witness my constant improvement and personal growth, both personally and physically. Not only does she keep me on track with my workout routine, proper form and …
College savings can feel like an impossible task thanks to these three common myths; however, the truth is bound to lift your spirits and help you get started. For many families, saving for college is such a daunting task that it ends up feeling more defeating than empowering. There are a handful of myths and misconceptions about the college savings process that can be even more immobilizing, preventing parents from ever getting started. At Vance Wealth, it’s our mission …
The past quarter brought many changes to business as usual, and though we’ve all been adjusting, I was proud to watch the Vance Wealth team find its groove with the same urgency and passion I value so much. Half of the team has chosen to work from home, and half of us have decided to continue working in the office while practicing safe social distancing. Regardless of where we choose to show up, however, we’ve all been grateful for the …
2020 Q2 Investment Update The COVID-19 outbreak has led to unprecedented volatility and tremendous declines in wealth, but we have faith that once the pandemic is defeated, the wild swings in the financial markets will subside and prosperity will return. But, what cannot be so easily recovered is the loss of a job, the loss of a business, or, worst of all, the loss of a loved one. While it is our duty to provide timely market insights, please know …
At Vance Wealth, we believe collaboration drives success because we witness the power of working together every day. Whether we’re serving our clients or the community, we strive to act as a trusted partner by finding opportunities to achieve more together. And, we’ve learned this kind of spirit always pays off. That’s why we wanted to share the love by suggesting: 5 Easy Ways to Support Small Businesses: Make an effort to stay informed, and in touch, with the …
$2.5 trillion stimulus package passed on March 27, 2020, aimed at providing some financial relief to small businesses and their employees amid the coronavirus pandemic. How does this affect retirees? Temporary waiver of Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) rules Participants who have or are required to take a minimum distribution in 2020 based on the value of their December 31, 2019 account balance now have the option to suspend their distribution. Those who have seen a decline in their retirement accounts …
So much of what we aspire to in financial planning is simply freedom – freedom of your time, freedom to pursue opportunity, freedom to achieve purpose. When it allows you to live the life you’ve always imagined, working toward financial independence is a very empowering experience. But the recent global pandemic has challenged our notion of freedom on many fronts. We’re learning to live with new limitations as we put the health and safety of our loved ones and neighbors …
After a lifetime of success, it all comes down to the family legacy you’ll leave behind. How are you protecting yours? You may have heard the old Chinese adage: “Wealth never survives three generations.” While it may seem like nothing more than a cautionary tale, in practice, passing family wealth from generation to generation is a much more difficult task than most of us anticipate. At Vance Wealth, we pay particular attention to preserving family legacy because, when managed correctly, …
Take any successful athlete and you will find a brilliant coach by their side. On their own, the athlete can oftentimes obtain great results, but with the guidance, experience and insight of their coach, new levels of success can be achieved. You’ll find this in many professions, as executive coaches, business coaches and life coaches can take individuals to new heights, professionally and personally. Financial advisors are no different. As the ‘quarterback’ for their client, the added value of working …
Quite simply, Robin moves mountains and no road block can stand in her way. As Vance Wealth’s Client Services Associate Robin is committed to truly providing excellence in the Vance Wealth client experience. Bringing a wealth of financial services and insurance experience from her previous professional roles. Robin enjoys the fast pace and navigating the occasional road block as she adeptly handles all transactions for the office. She ensures that our clients have a smooth onboarding and works tirelessly to …
