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Make An Impact Exploring the AB(K)s of Company Retirement Plans
In this #MakeAnImpact series, we’ll explore the AB(K)s of company retirement plans. Retirement plans are a crucial aspect of attracting and retaining top talent along with small business owners who want to save for...
Read MoreLet's Get Personal about Electronic File Organizing
In today's digital age, it's becoming increasingly important to have a secure and organized way to store and manage your financial documents. That's where electronic file organizing comes in. Using tools like eMoney, financial planning...
Read MoreMake An Impact Developing a Competitive Compensation Package
In today's fast-paced business world this Make An Impact series we negotiate the importance, now more than ever, to attract and retain top talent. A competitive compensation package is a critical component of any successful employee...
Read MoreLet's get personal about FDIC Limits and Protecting Your Bank Deposits
In this Let’s Get Personal post we'll explore what FDIC limits are, how they work, and what steps you can take to ensure that your bank deposits are protected. With recent news about bank failures, it's natural to be...
Read MoreMake an Impact Exploring Dollar Cost Averaging
In this make and impact series, we're going to explore Dollar Cost Averaging (DCA) - a technique for investing that involves purchasing a fixed dollar amount of a particular investment at regular intervals over an extended period of time.
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Let's get personal about the Benefits of Tax Loss Harvesting that Go Beyond Reducing Your Tax Bill
In this Let’s Get Personal post, we'll explore a powerful tool in the investment world: Tax Loss Harvesting. As a savvy investor, you're always looking for ways to maximize your returns and minimize your tax bill. Tax Loss Harvesting is one
Read MoreLet’s get personal about Charitable Giving with Donor Advised Funds
In this Let’s Get Personal post we navigate the benefits of utilizing a donor advised fund for charitable giving. Many of us have charities near and dear to our hearts that we want to support. There are so many benefits to supporting...
Read MoreLet's Get Personal about Home Equity and Lines of Credit
In this issue of Let’s get personal we tackle HELOC (Home Equity Lines of Credit) and PLOC (Personal Lines of Credit). First let’s talk basics, if you own a home one of the biggest perks is the ability to build equity over time.
Read MoreLet's Get Personal about the Student Debt Relief Plan
On August 24, 2022, President Biden announced plans to offer student loan forgiveness to selected individuals. Below is a summary of the executive action that the Biden Administration plans to effectuate. It’s important to note that...
Read MoreLet's Get Personal about I Bonds: The What & Why
In this Let’s Get Personal post we venture into the bond pool, specifically Series I Savings Bonds. Let’s talk about what they are and why you might want them on your Balance Sheet.
Read MoreWe've Renovated!
As ELEMENT has evolved so must our brand. Our new look and feel is a reflection of the ELEMENT Experience and commitment to staying at the forefront of technology and financial wellbeing. This Experience reflects how we inspire the...
Read More2022 Midyear Update: Slowing, But Growing
As we enter the second half of the year, the outlook might appear grim at first glance. Covid-19 continues to spread, both here and worldwide. Inflation remains close to 40-year highs, and the Federal Reserve (Fed) is tightening...
Read MoreYour Guide to Year End Financial Planning: A 10 Point Checklist
From the hope that came with reopening to the disappointment of another COVID-19 resurgence, 2021 is panning out to be another roller-coaster year. With the fourth quarter upon us, one routine remains consistent: it’s time to start...
Read MoreA Crash Course in 529 Plans and Their Impact on Financial Aid
Are you worried about the rising cost of education? 529 plans can be powerful college savings tools when you understand how to take full advantage of them.
Read MoreCongratulations to JoanAnn Natola on her 2021 NAPA Top Woman Advisor Nomination
It is our great pleasure to share that our very own JoanAnn Natola has had the privilege of being nominated for the #NAPA #TopWomenInRetirementAdvisor. This is NAPA's seventh annual list of top women retirement plan advisors...
Read MoreAIF Designation Announcement
It is our great pleasure to share that our Group Benefits Associate, Jennifer Lawrence has been awarded the Accredited Investment Fiduciary® (AIF®) Designation from the Center for Fiduciary Studies®, the standards-setting body for...
Read MoreMidyear Outlook 2021: Finding Our Way Back to Normal
Halfway through 2021, we can finally see the light at the end of the pandemic tunnel. There has been much progress with public health and the economy. Vaccines have controlled the virus and brought new case growth down to pandemic lows.
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