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The worst investment scams of all time 
JUN 05, 2024
The worst investment scams of all time 

We list some of the worst investment scams of all time and provide some tips to avoid investment scams as well

By Ramon Vicente Berenguer
What is investment banking and why it’s important 
JUN 05, 2024
What is investment banking and why it’s important 

Use this guide to know what investment banking is, why it’s important and what career opportunities they can offer to advisors

By Ramon Vicente Berenguer
 A guide to 401(k) withdrawal strategies 
MAY 29, 2024
 A guide to 401(k) withdrawal strategies 

Find out more about 401(k) withdrawal rules, such as when plan holders can tap into their 401(k) plan and what to keep in mind. To maximize 401(k), plan holders really shouldn’t touch their funds – find out why

By Ramon Vicente Berenguer
401(k) vs IRA: which is a better wealth management tool?  
MAY 23, 2024
401(k) vs IRA: which is a better wealth management tool?  

Those seeking to preserve wealth and save for retirement may be confused. Should they choose a 401(k) plan vs an IRA? Find the answers here

By Ramon Vicente Berenguer
Why an irrevocable life insurance trust is a smart financial move 
MAY 13, 2024
Why an irrevocable life insurance trust is a smart financial move 

The ILIT can be useful in reducing one’s estate taxes once they pass on. But how do they work and how effective are they? Read on to know more

By Ramon Vicente Berenguer
Who owns the property in a revocable trust? 
APR 30, 2024
Who owns the property in a revocable trust? 

One of the most important questions when it comes to trusts is: who owns the property in a revocable trust? The answer isn’t so clear cut. Read on to find out

By Ramon Vicente Berenguer
The best investing books: essential reads for every investor 
APR 30, 2024
The best investing books: essential reads for every investor 

What are the best investing books beginning investors should read? Here’s a short list of worthy reads to get started on investments

By Ramon Vicente Berenguer
The differences between revocable trust and irrevocable trust 
APR 26, 2024
The differences between revocable trust and irrevocable trust 

When it comes to choosing between a revocable or irrevocable trust, you need to know what either trust has to offer. Read this simple guide

By Ramon Vicente Berenguer
ETF investing for beginners 
APR 24, 2024
ETF investing for beginners 

Beginning investors who are learning the ropes can start with ETF investing. Is it a viable starting investment? Find out more in this article

By Ramon Vicente Berenguer
What is a fiduciary and why it’s important 
APR 24, 2024
What is a fiduciary and why it’s important 

A fiduciary planner can provide several benefits when it comes to investors’ wealth planning and management. Read on to know more about what a fiduciary is

By Ramon Vicente Berenguer
Generation-skipping trust for estate planning 
APR 24, 2024
Generation-skipping trust for estate planning 

One estate planning strategy is the generation-skipping trust. Should this be part of your clients’ estate planning toolkit?

By Ramon Vicente Berenguer
Real estate investing for financial advisors
APR 24, 2024
Real estate investing for financial advisors

Discover effective real estate investing strategies to diversify and strengthen your clients' portfolios. Find out how your clients can invest (even without any money!) in this article

By Ramon Vicente Berenguer
Asset protection trusts: strategies for estate planning 
APR 11, 2024
Asset protection trusts: strategies for estate planning 

An asset protection trust is a type of trust that some advisors recommend. How does it protect investors’ assets? Read on to know more

By Ramon Vicente Berenguer
Angel investing 101 
APR 01, 2024
Angel investing 101 

What is angel investing and is it a worthwhile business opportunity? Read on to know more about this unusual investment type

By Ramon Vicente Berenguer
Understanding Social Security benefits 
APR 01, 2024
Understanding Social Security benefits 

Will you get enough from your Social Security benefits to see you through your golden years? Read on for a clearer picture of how Social Security works

By Ramon Vicente Berenguer
Investing in REITs for Beginners 
APR 01, 2024
Investing in REITs for Beginners 

Since the 1960s, REITs have been part of some mutual funds and ETFs. Do they deserve to be part of your investment portfolio? Read on to know more

By Ramon Vicente Berenguer
A beginner’s guide to tax lien investing 
MAR 15, 2024
A beginner’s guide to tax lien investing 

Tax lien investing is an oft overlooked and rarely discussed type of investment. So is it worth your attention? Read on to find out.

By Ramon Vicente Berenguer
An inside look into Principal Financial Group 401(k) 
FEB 20, 2024
An inside look into Principal Financial Group 401(k) 

As a 401(k) provider, how does Principal Financial Group fare? Is it advisable to get a 401(k) plan from them? Find out more here

By Ramon Vicente Berenguer
What investors should know about the Fidelity 401(k) 
FEB 16, 2024
What investors should know about the Fidelity 401(k) 

Is a 401(k) plan from Fidelity a good retirement vehicle or should you shop for an alternative plan provider? Find out more here

By Ramon Vicente Berenguer
ESG investing for beginning investors 
FEB 16, 2024
ESG investing for beginning investors 

ESG Investing can be excellent for beginning investors who want to grow wealth, without compromising their values. Can this be true?

By Ramon Vicente Berenguer