I Want to Retire Next Year…Am I Ready?
You’ve worked hard, invested well, and are finally ready to make the...
I Want to Retire Next Year…Am I Ready?
Financial Planning
Should I Leave Washington State to Avoid the Estate Tax?
Should I Leave Washington State to Avoid the Estate Tax?
Washingtonians face an additional burden because Washington adds a 10-20% state estate tax on top of federal estate taxes. Before you put up that for sale sign, here are a few options to consider.
Recession-proof Your Retirement in 5 Steps
Recession-proof Your Retirement in 5 Steps
If seeing “recession” in the headlines makes you worry that your...
How Your Portfolio is Like a House
How Your Portfolio is Like a House
When the stock market drops or crashes, have you ever had this...
I Want $150,000 Per Year in Retirement. How Much Should I Save?
I Want $150,000 Per Year in Retirement. How Much Should I Save?
What's your number? The amount you need in your nest egg to retire? Here's how to find out!
6 Strategies to Make a Down Market Work for You
6 Strategies to Make a Down Market Work for You
No one enjoys seeing portfolios drop due to a downturn in the stock...
Don’t Pay Too Much Tax on Your Retirement Income
Don’t Pay Too Much Tax on Your Retirement Income
Saving for retirement often helps lower your taxes because many kinds...
The Four Quadrants of Retirement Income
The Four Quadrants of Retirement Income
If you are approaching retirement, do you worry about making costly...
Why You Need a Plan, Not Just a Portfolio
Why You Need a Plan, Not Just a Portfolio
“Should I make a change to my investment portfolio? What would you do...
Advisor Advantage: the Value of Wealth Management
Advisor Advantage: the Value of Wealth Management
What’s the value of partnering with a Financial Planning and Wealth Management team like Alterra? Working with a Wealth Management Team is not for everyone, but if you think a wealth management partnership is right for you, here’s what the value of an advisor looks like practically.
How to Put Cash to Work in Any Market
How to Put Cash to Work in Any Market
If you've accumulated a large amount of cash and your bank interest rate is .01% but you're fearful of stock market, what should you do? Your money could be working harder for you, but the market looks scary. So…now what? Here's how to put cash to work in any market!
Can I Retire Early?
Can I Retire Early?
Have you ever had a rough day on the job and thought that early...
Recession-Proof Your Retirement – A Video Walkthrough
Recession-Proof Your Retirement – A Video Walkthrough
If seeing “recession” in the headlines makes you worry that your...
Will Social Security Disappear?
Will Social Security Disappear?
Will Social Security run out of money? You may have heard warnings about this dire scenario, though this assumes no action will be taken. So, what’s the real risk of Social Security disappearing?
4 Ways to Ruin Your Retirement
4 Ways to Ruin Your Retirement
Retirement is an exciting time of life but can also be quite daunting...
Is your retirement as ready as you are?
You’ve saved for years—but turning that into steady income takes more than guesswork. A clear plan helps you avoid mistakes and enjoy retirement with confidence.