Cash is Still King! (Part One) financial planning for attorneys financial planning for entrepreneurs financial planning for young professionals Apr 19, 2021

Here’s a question for you, ladies.  You’re out on a first date at a restaurant with someone new.  You’re interested . . . not sure, but interested.  It’s just a date . . . let’s see how the evening goes, you think to yourself.  When it comes time...

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10 Places to Get Your Hands on Some Quick Cash financial planning for attorneys financial planning for entrepreneurs financial planning for young professionals Mar 24, 2021

by Glenn J. Downing, MBA, CFP®

Everyone at some time or another needs some cash - and quickly!  The question is, have you anticipated this need and saved into it?  Or do you need to scramble?  What follows is a list of ten helpful suggestions.  

Here are 10 places to...

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No One Uses Cash Anymore! financial planning for attorneys financial planning for entrepreneurs financial planning for young professionals Feb 15, 2021

 By Glenn J. Downing, MBA, CFP®

I can now pay for a Tesla with Bitcoin.  And the Mayor of Miami wants to pay City employees in Bitcoin and allow tax payments in the same cryptocurrency.  Honestly, until I can go into Bloomingdale's and buy a shirt with Bitcoin, it doesn't much...

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Real Estate Investing Part II financial planning for entrepreneurs financial planning for retirement financial planning for young professionals Jun 19, 2020

By Glenn J. Downing, MBA, CFP®

Some of the biggest fortunes made in the United States have been made in real estate.  Think about it:  you use someone else’s money (via a mortgage) to make a purchase.  It is a passive investment in that you collect the rents, pay the...

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Real Estate Investing Part I financial planning for attorneys financial planning for entrepreneurs financial planning for retirement financial planning for young professionals Jun 19, 2020

By Glenn J. Downing, MBA, CFP®

I get a lot of questions on this topic, particularly for people thinking of real estate investing as sort of a retirement pastime.  So I thought I’d go into a little bit.  Here in Part I I’ll address cash flow issues, and how to determine...

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My Top Ten List of Things to Waste Money On financial planning for attorneys financial planning for entrepreneurs financial planning for retirement financial planning for young professionals Jun 05, 2020

By Glenn J. Downing, MBA, CFP®

This is a really personal list.  It is complied from years of observing the human condition and reading good novels.  It is intended to be humorous, yet I’m fully aware that it might hit some raw nerves.  So for the intrepid souls out there,...

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So Marry her Already! -or- Financial Benefits of Legal Marriage financial planning for young professionals Jun 04, 2020

By Glenn J. Downing, MBA, CFP®

As many of my readers know, I have been teaching the CFP® curriculum to those preparing for the exam for many years now.  Most are experienced professionals; all must have at least a bachelor’s degree; many have advanced degrees or are practicing...

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My Second Trip to Europe financial planning for entrepreneurs financial planning for young professionals May 20, 2020

By Glenn J. Downing, MBA, CFP®

This blog post builds upon a previous one:  No, Darling, because we can’t afford that.  I’m sharing some thoughts about teaching children to be financially responsible. 

What Was the First Trip?

My second trip?  What was the...

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No, Darling, Because We Can't Afford It financial planning for attorneys financial planning for entrepreneurs financial planning for young professionals May 19, 2020

By Glenn J. Downing, MBA, CFP®

A friend recently suggested that I write a piece about children and money.  At first I thought myself unqualified, as I have no formal education in this area.  But then I got to thinking that, as a father and now grandfather, that I might have...

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SIMPLE IRA financial planning for attorneys financial planning for entrepreneurs financial planning for young professionals May 04, 2020

By Glenn J. Downing, MBA, CFP®

The SIMPLE IRA is the Savings Incentive Match Plan for Employees. The SIMPLE allows for both employer contributions and employee deferrals. The plan is deal for employers who want to contribute something – but not a lot – to employee retirement...

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The Top 4 Financial Priorities for Young Professionals financial planning for entrepreneurs financial planning for young professionals May 03, 2020

by Jonathan G. Cameron, CFP®

Young professionals are expected to accomplish a lot early in life. You’re beginning to make real money. Time to get sound financial advice to establish a good foundation from someone you trust. The problem is most financial advisors focus primarily on...

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7 Financial Life Hacks While Living in Miami financial planning for entrepreneurs financial planning for young professionals May 03, 2020

by Jonathan G. Cameron, CFP®

1. Create a budget.

If this sounds too obvious, I’ll say it again for reinforcement – are you maintaining a budget? Seriously. Miami is one of the flashiest cities in the world. If you don’t have a budget I’ll put it another way...

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