If you’re a parent, you want the best for your children. There’s never an exception to that desire – even when it comes to the type of investment account you should use to help them secure their own financial futures. The fact that you want to choose the optimal account type is obvious, but the best solution for you and your family isn’t. Personal finance is personal for a reason, and the right type of investment account for your kids will depend on a number of factors. Here’s what to think about, and how to decide. Consider the End Goal of the Account Starting by asking “what” investment... Continue Reading
Pam Krueger
With rising interest rates and inflation it can be overwhelming to keep track of your finances. If you’re looking for help, you may want to work with a financial advisor. But how do you know that you can trust that they’ll give you the right advice? This week Wealthramp founder and CEO, Pam Krueger, was joined on Daytime Tampa by local Wealthramp network advisor, John Ceparano, CPA/PFS, CFP, to break down why it pays to work with fee-only fiduciaries and where you can go to get matched. To schedule your free meeting with a fee-only fiduciary financial advisor like John Ceparano go to www.wealthramp.com! If... Continue Reading
With everything that is going on in today’s economy, you might be wondering if your finances are in a good place? But where do you go to get that advice? Over 90% of financial advisors in the US are not legally bound to act in your best interest, so who can you trust? When you come to Wealthramp.com you’ll take our short 2-minute quiz so we can better understand what you’re looking for. Once you’re finished we’ll send you at least 3 fee-only, fiduciary advisor referrals where you can then schedule a free meeting with each one of them. So, what are you waiting for?... Continue Reading
When it comes to money and relationships, it’s important to be on the same page. But what if you’re not? Investor advocate and Wealthramp founder Pam Krueger, joined by Wealthramp network advisor, Bob Carroll, CPA, CFP®, CDFA™, went on the air in Cleveland to talk to viewers about the importance of working together with your partner to navigate your finances. If you’re struggling to align your ideas with your significant other or just need help with deciding which strategies make the most sense for your family, it can be helpful to work with a fiduciary, fee-only financial... Continue Reading
What if I told you the world of providing financial advice has greatly evolved in the last decade? Do you know how it has changed and if you’re still taking an “old-school” approach to planning your finances? It used to be that financial planning was an “add-on” service for wealthier clients with enough assets to be professionally managed. The emphasis was on the return of the assets and not much else. Meanwhile, the average person, especially one starting out in a career, had little to no opportunity to receive any planning advice. However, some of today’s financial advisors haven... Continue Reading
Over 90% of financial advisors in the US are not legally bound to act in your best interest. That’s because they’re just sales people, who are paid commissions to recommend things like annuities, insurance, etc. How are you supposed to know if what they’re telling you is truly thoughtful advice, or just a sales pitch? Investor advocate and Wealthramp founder Pam Krueger joins Maggie Rodriguez, host of Daytime Tampa and local Wealthramp network advisor, David Frisch, CPA, PFS, CFP® of Frisch Financial. Together, they break down what it means to be a fee-only, fiduciary advisor,... Continue Reading
Sarah is a highly respected therapist, author, and speaker, with over 30 years’ experience nearing retirement age. She’s also a hands-on investor who knows what she wants. Sarah was searching for a highly qualified fiduciary advisor with the right expertise for her situation, and who would be responsive to her needs. Sarah found her way to Wealthramp by filling out a simple survey she found on Instagram. She didn’t really expect to find a needle-in-a-haystack advisor this way, but took a chance. Sarah had already met several advisors that weren’t the right fit. Like many people, she... Continue Reading
There are a lot of financial advisors out there, so how can you tell that your financial advisor is really working in your best interest? They may say they put your financial interests first, and they may even believe that they are. However, unless they are a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) legally held to a fiduciary duty to act in the best interest of their clients, their loyalty may be to the firm they work for, not you. Financial advice is an industry, not a profession. While no one can just call themselves a doctor or a lawyer, the guidelines for who can call themselves a “financial... Continue Reading
The Secure Act 2.0 impacts saving and investing for just about everyone, and especially those about to retire. Are you ready to take full advantage of all the new retirement laws? Many people are relying on their financial advisor to understand and take advantage of all the new rules. Investor advocate and Wealthramp founder Pam Krueger, joined by Wealthramp network advisor, Bob Carroll, CPA, CFP®, CDFA™, went on the air in Cleveland to give viewers a sneak peek into Secure Act 2.0, and explain why it pays to work with a fee-only fiduciary advisor now more than ever. If you’re thinking... Continue Reading
Setting Yourself Up Right: Choosing your financial advisor can be easy once you know what you’re looking for. These five steps will help you find the smart fit for you. 1. Get clear on what your financial advisor will deliver. There’s a difference between a broker and an independent financial advisor. Brokers or insurance agents sell products. They’re paid commissions for financial products they may recommend to you. Independent financial advisors work directly for you. They provide advice gained from experience and focus within the industry. A relationship with a financial advisor may result... Continue Reading