The Hidden Costs of Hiring a Nanny
Childcare is often the single biggest expenditure for parents with young children – at times, exceeding even a rent or mortgage payment. When hiring a nanny, the cost…
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Four Signs You Shouldn’t Mediate Your Divorce
When getting a divorce, one of the first decisions you will face is whether to resolve your differences with your spouse through litigation or mediation.
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Step-by-Step Guide to Buying a Home in NYC
Congratulations! You’ve decided to take the plunge and buy your first home for your family! For better for worse, you’re settling down in New York City – the craziest…
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Own a Business? You Need a Plan.
Mompreneurs, dadpreneurs, parentpreneurs – whatever you want to call them – are on the rise. Parents who find balancing the corporate grind and a meaningful family life…
Read articleHow an Personal Liability Insurance Policy Can Protect You Against a Playdate Accident
Not sure if you need a Personal Liability Umbrella Policy? Imagine this scenario . . . .
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Estate Planning Tips for IRAs & 401(k)s
If you have a family, chances are that the vast majority of your assets are held in one of two ways: your home, and your tax-deferred retirement account, such as an…
Read articleLoans to Family & Friends: The Surprising Tax Implications
When your sister-in-law asks for a loan for a great business opportunity, you generally want to exercise caution. Even aside from the perils that come with mixing money…
Read articleMarriage & Money: Reconciling Your Financial Biases
It’s word association and I say “Money”.
Read articleWhy Suze Orman Is Wrong About Revocable Trusts
If you follow Suze Orman – or know someone who does – you might think that you’re completely irresponsible if you don’t haven’t created a revocable living trust…
Read articleTips for Choosing the Best Childcare for Your Family
If you are heading back to work after the birth of a child and feel overwhelmed with your choices in childcare, you are not alone! Choosing a caregiver to trust with…
Read articleFive Mistakes to Avoid When Naming Beneficiaries
When we think about estate planning, wills, healthcare documents, powers of attorney, and maybe trusts, come to mind. Those legal documents are important, but, if you’re…
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7 Money Saving Tips for New (or Expecting!) Parents
Are you a expecting a new baby? Congrats! As a financial planner and mom of 3 (including baby twins), I know what you are going through. Here are some money-saving tips…
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