As a wealth advisor at Pathfinder, John works closely with folks who are planning for their future, helping them stay on their financial path. He also specializes in developing financial plans and investment strategies for the se
As we approach 2025, there are several changes that must go into effect for employer-sponsored retirement plans, such as 401(k)s or 403(b)s. These changes originated from SECURE Act 1.0, signed into l ...
This article was contributed by Chad Slate. Retirement is a life-changing event that requires careful planning and preparation. While many people focus on saving enough money for their golden years ...
This article was contributed by Chris Walsh. Planning for retirement is a crucial aspect of financial well-being, and one key component of this preparation is managing your 401(k) effectively. As y ...
This article was contributed by Karen Brock, CFP®. As Benjamin Franklin once said, ‘nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes’. Retirement accounts, such as IR ...
The SECURE Acts of 2019 and 2022 have had a significant impact on the retirement industry. These acts have brought about various changes, some of which are required and others that are optional, and t ...
As 2023 is coming to a close, it's a great time to start thinking about year-end tax planning. For many individuals and businesses taxes can be a significant financial burden, and perhaps, often a ...
This article was contributed by Pathfinder Associate Wealth Advisor, Chad Slate, AIF®, CPFA®. The past few years have been anything been ordinary, and as a result, we have been experie ...
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) are a savings/investment vehicle that allow you to set aside money on a pre-tax basis to pay for qualified medical expenses. By using untaxed dollars to pay for ded ...
Article contributed by Associate Wealth Advisor, Ross Allen, CFP®, EA, ATFA. As we previously discussed, having a sound estate plan is not something reserved for only the “ultra-weal ...
This article was contributed by Ross Allen, Associate Wealth Advisor, CFP®, EA, ATFA. Politics aside, the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) introduces several new and expanded tax credits designed ...
Throughout my career, I’ve found that one of the biggest obstacles that prevents someone from getting involved in their finances is the surplus of information that surrounds the complex world of ...
This article was contributed by Ross Allen, Associate Wealth Advisor. “Where do you see yourself in five years?” Chances are, you have been asked this at least once during a job in ...
This article is contributed by Davis Byrd, Financial Planning Associate. Are we in a recession? What technically is a recession? These two questions have gripped economists, academics, and po ...
One of the most interesting things about the financial services industry is that we get to interact with a diverse group of individuals. That might be the case with many businesses, but here at Pathfi ...
This article was authored by Ross Allen, CFP®, EA, ATFA, Financial Planning Associate at Pathfinder. It is the height of summer in the Cape Fear region and maybe the mere mention of “taxe ...
This article was contributed by Davis Byrd, Financial Planning Associate. Research suggests that the average adult makes about 35,000 decisions each day. From the moment you wake up, your brain is ...
For this article I wanted to take a break from talking about recessions, inflation, and market volatility, in favor of a more encouraging topic: planning for the financial well-being of the ...
Yes, a recession is coming. I can say with (almost) certainty that a recession is coming. But do I know when, how long, or how bad it will be? No. Here’s my point: recessions and market ...
Recent readings have put the topic of inflation in the spotlight in a large way, attracting the attention of economists, investment managers, and the average investor. In its simplest fo ...
While at events, Carter Jewell realized something was missing: an alcohol-free option that wasn’t just water or soft drinks. Something that...
Lannin Braddock, owner and founder of The Braddock Group, shares her picks for podcasts, book recommendations and favorite apps....
When officials rolled out Hive MLS, a rebranded version of the former N.C. Regional Multiple Listing Service, they said Hive comes with new...
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