Month: July 2011
Exposing the Myth of Estate Planning
Go to any estate planning conference, list the topics discussed, and then record the time dedicated to each. Chances are that most of the time, if not all, will be spent addressing elements of the transfer tax code and strategies for implementing their impact. The Applicable Exclusion Amount, The Applicable Credit Amount, Annual Exclusion gifts,…
Read MoreExpanding Expertise (and Production) One Subject at a Time
As salespeople, it is easy to fall into a routine – a pattern of activity which becomes comfortable. Routines can be positive, providing structure to what are often harried days. However, routines can lead you to become stale. Try this to change tracks. Invest 30 to 60 minutes over the next two days becoming an…
Read MoreThe Role of Immediate Annuities in Retirement Income Planning
The decision of whether or not to utilize investment capital to purchase immediate annuities versus making systematic withdrawals from an investment portfolio to maximize retirement income will, and should be, a frequent question arising in retirement income planning. Employer-sponsored retirement plans will often offer annuity payouts or a lump sum, which can be rolled over…
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