How A Financial Advisor Can Help You Prepare To Buy A House

People seek financial advice for many reasons. Some do this to plan for retirement, and others do this to prepare for buying a house. If you want to buy a house but feel like you will never be able to afford it, you might benefit from talking to a financial advisor. A financial advisor can help you prepare for this event, and here are some of the ways they can help. Read More 

DST 1031 Real Estate Portfolios Offer Diversification And Steady Income

The coronavirus pandemic has several silver linings for DST 1031 exchangers. If you were caught short on time to execute a real estate sale or replacement purchase, you now have a longer grace period (up until July 15, 2020). When buying, the coronavirus dip in occupancy rates and rents means good deals can be found on DST 1031 properties. If you are not quite ready to jump in feet first to the real estate market as the economy recovers, DST 1031 properties provide the opportunity to diversify risk across multiple high-grade properties. Read More 

Retirement Planning Tips For People In Their 20s

You're only 20 years old. Why would you start planning for retirement this soon, especially considering that your generation probably won't be able to retire until you're 70? If these are the primary thoughts that go through your mind when you hear the word retirement, you need to recalibrate. Planning for retirement in your 20s is vital, and it could even mean you get to retire earlier than your peers. Here are a few tips to guide you in your retirement planning at this point. Read More 

How To Establish A Clear Valuation For A Sports Team

Most people have a vague notion that the valuation of sports teams produces numbers that are high, especially for top-tier franchises in the biggest leagues, but the process of coming up with those figures is more involved than one might expect. It's normal for a franchise to bring in a sports advisory firm to help it come up with a number. Many big financial players are involved in the business, including the consulting firm KPMG and global banking giant Citi. Read More 

4 Situations That Benefit From The Advice Of A Financial Planner

For most adults, managing their money and reaching financial goals is a big priority. While there are some situations where a person can make decisions on their own, there are others that can greatly benefit from having the professional advice of financial planners. An experienced and reputable financial planner can be an excellent resource. You should consider hiring a financial planner in the following situations: Nearing Retirement People plan and save their entire adult life in order to fund their retirement. Read More