by guidestreamfin | Jun 15, 2017 | Financial and Estate Planning
-by Mark Olson- A myth is a popular belief that is false or unsupported. I have observed the following three financial myths and appreciate this opportunity to highlight and counter each one. Myth #1: I don’t need a financial plan The straightforward truth is...
by guidestreamfin | May 25, 2017 | Retirement
Recent estimates indicate that the Social Security Trust Fund will run out of its surplus in 2034. Once this occurs, program payouts are expected to be worth only about 77 percent of current benefits. Unfortunately, one-third of retirees rely on social security...
by guidestreamfin | Jan 26, 2017 | Taxes
Filing taxes can be a tedious process. If you plan to do it yourself, either online or with an old-fashioned pen and paper, it can be all too easy to make mistakes. If you aren’t familiar enough with the tax code to take advantages of available tax breaks, you could...
by guidestreamfin | Nov 8, 2016 | Taxes
YEAR END FINANCIAL CHECKLISTAs we near the end of the year, it’s time to look back at what’s happened and how it will affect your financial future. Check off these important items so that you can start the new year’s finances with peace of mind.INCOME TAXReview your...
by guidestreamfin | Jul 19, 2016 | Financial and Estate Planning
From time to time we come across lists and articles on investing. And we’ve taken a few of the items we’ve seen over the years and written a little commentary based on how we serve you. A year from now, you plan to own similar investments. We believe ‘winning’ in the...
