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The Balancing Act: Navigating Mid-Mom Phase and Office Priorities
Finding Balance in Career and Motherhood Work-life balance—does anyone ever truly achieve it? Probably not, but with each season of life, we find ways to make it work for the present moment. As a mother of five with a full-time career in financial advising, I’ve learned that the concept of balance is often more about…
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Financially Ever After? Exploring the Dollars and Cents of Marriage for Same-Sex Couples
Since the landmark 2015 Supreme Court decision legalizing same-sex marriage nationwide, LGBTQ couples have gained equal access to the financial benefits and considerations that come with marriage. However, the decision to marry involves complex financial implications that deserve careful consideration. Let’s explore whether it makes financial sense for same-sex couples to get married by examining…
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Stuck in the Middle: Life as a Sandwich Generation Caregiver
Psst! Over here, down here in between the sliced bread, lettuce, tomato, cheese, and deli meat. Yes, that’s right, I am in the sandwich generation! This term was coined in the early ’80s to describe individuals sandwiched between raising their children and caring for aging parents. We juggle our careers, home responsibilities, and family caregiving…
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Before the Ballots: The Strategic Advantage of a SLAT During an Election Year
With less than 70 days until election day, the future of both the White House and the Senate hangs in the balance. Regardless of who wins, the ongoing challenges of rising federal deficits, unprecedented spending, and lower tax revenues could pave the way for higher taxes in the future. The estate tax exemption, which primarily…