According to a 2019 survey by the Society for Human Resource Management, the number of organisations offering informal phased retirement to some employees has risen by 15%. And while more broadly available formal programs are only offered by 6% of companies, many retirees are so focused on building their nest eggs that they never bother […]
View ArticleIn the past year and a half, we spent more time at home – and only at home – than we’d ever anticipated. Now that both the pandemic and our collective cabin fever is starting to decline, many people are reflecting on what lockdowns taught them about their houses and contemplating upgrades. But remodeling isn’t […]
View ArticleBereavement, Charitable Giving, Inheritance Tax Planning, Legacy Planning
Designing an estate plan that cares for your loved ones and makes a positive impact on the world isn’t as simple as deciding who gets how much of what. Your answers to these three questions will help you weigh your family’s unique dynamics and your values as you lay the foundation for a generational legacy. […]
View ArticleSince the end of January, #YOLO has been a rallying cry on internet message boards where amateur investors have driven up stock prices for video game retailer GameStop and movie theatre chain AMC. And while everyone should have opportunities to build wealth via the markets, we believe this particular group of rebels are only half-right […]
View ArticleMentoring can be a fulfilling way for retirees to repurpose their professional skills, give back, and stay active. But there’s more to building an effective mentoring relationship than just making yourself available for a chat. These four tips will help both mentor and mentee get the most out of their time together. 1. Set a […]
View ArticleUsually, as we approach the end of the year, people start talking about “turning the page” and “putting last year in the rearview mirror.” But it’s likely that 2020 is going to stick with all of us a bit longer than a typical year might. And that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Life will continue […]
View ArticleOctober starts the fourth quarter of the year. In the business world, top companies kick off “Q4” by gathering together their leadership teams to assess what’s gone right this year, what’s gone wrong, and what steps they can take to finish the year with strong forward momentum. Preparing for a positive Q4 sprint could also […]
View ArticleIf Covid-19 and social justice movements have inspired your charitable side, you might consider approaching philanthropy the same way you would approach a career move. With so many people living and working online these days, there are more opportunities than ever to branch out from your social, personal, and professional contacts to identify areas of […]
View ArticleYou have a steady job that pays the bills and puts your abilities to good use. You have loving relationships with your spouse, your children, extended family, and close friends. Your house provides enough space and security. Your golf, hillwalking or bridge gives you a chance to unwind. Your volunteer work improves your community. The […]
View ArticleThe need for generous people is at an all-time high right now. The pandemic has created economic and health care challenges that continue to stretch our resources. Millions of people are out of work, struggling to pay their bills and feed their families. Social justice movements have shone a light on problems we’ll all need […]
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