Wealth Creation
News, insights and expert analysis on wealth creation from the team at Kiplinger.
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Introducing Your CD's Edgier Cousin: The Market-Linked CD
Traditional CDs are a safe option for savers, but they don't always beat inflation. Should you try their counterparts, market-linked CDs, for better returns?
By William Skillender
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How to Protect Yourself and Others From a Troubled Adult Child
This case of a violent adult son whose parents are in denial is an example of the extreme risks some parents face if they neglect essential safety precautions.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq.
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To Build Client Relationships That Last, Embrace Simplicity
As more automation becomes the norm, you can distinguish yourself as a financial professional by using technology wisely and prioritizing personal touches.
By Cody Foster
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Client Demand Is Forcing Advisers to Specialize: How to Deliver
The complexity of wealthy clients' needs — combined with AI and consumer demand — suggests the future of financial planning belongs to specialized experts.
By Jared Trexler
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How Charitable Trusts Benefit You and Your Favorite Charities
These dual-purpose tools let affluent families combine philanthropic goals with advanced tax planning to generate income, reduce estate taxes and preserve wealth.
By Julie Virta, CFP®, CFA, CTFA
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A 5-Step Plan for Parents of Children With Special Needs
Guidance to help ensure your child's needs are supported now and in the future – while protecting your own financial well-being.
By Deana Healy, CFP®
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How Financial Advisers Can Best Help Widowed and Divorced Women
Approaching conversations with empathy and compassion is key to helping them find clarity and confidence and take control of their financial futures.
By Elizabeth R. Schaefer, CIMA®
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4 Times to Say Yes to a Roth Conversion and 4 Times to Say No
Roth conversions should never be done on a whim — they're a product of careful timing and long-term tax considerations. So how can you tell whether to go ahead?
By Ryan K. Snover, Investment Adviser Representative
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A 4-Step Anxiety-Reducing Retirement Road Map
This helpful process covers everything from assessing your current finances and risks to implementing and managing your personalized retirement income plan.
By Robert Szigeti
