6 Secrets to Prepare for a Happier Retirement

Do you want to know a secret to a happy retirement? Well, we’ve got 6! Read Fiduciary Wealth Management’s insights now!
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Do you want to know a secret to a happy retirement? Well, we’ve got 6! Read Fiduciary Wealth Management’s insights now!
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Read MoreIf there’s ever a time when we need to stop and take stock of all that we have to be grateful for, it’s now. When we said goodbye to 2020, we started the new year with hope and crossed our fingers for a turnaround. But even...
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Read MoreInheriting money can be a blessing. The money received could positively impact your future for years to come. However, while planning how you’ll use your newfound wealth, the news of an inheritance is often accompanied by the...
Read MoreYou won’t find many people who disagree with the statement that life is unpredictable. But the past year we experienced was certainly not for the faint of heart. As we adapted to new ways of working and living, uncertainty became...
Read MoreAs a comprehensive, fee-only financial advisory firm, we pride ourselves in offering the very best to our clients when developing a wealth management plan that is tailored to each individual and their families. We can offer sound...
Read MoreIt seems like you can’t watch a YouTube video or scroll through Facebook without seeing an advertisement about some new way to make money quickly. The messaging in our culture is clearly that you should be rich, and you should be...
Read MoreThere are 81 ways to claim Social Security benefits and that’s just for married couples. (1) If your advisor hasn’t told you how complicated the maze of Social Security is before you’re ready to retire, then...
Read MoreWe all make New Year’s resolutions—either consciously or subconsciously. We all want to do better, and a new year is a great time to assess where we are, where we’ve been, and where we hope to be in the coming year....
Read MoreWhen it comes to your retirement dreams, the possibilities are limitless. Do you want to spend your golden years traveling? Volunteering? Spending time with family? Taking up a new hobby? Crossing some goals off your bucket list...
Read MoreWhile Thanksgiving became an official holiday in 1870, Americans have been taking part in this tradition of gratitude since the Pilgrims arrived on our shores. Since then, our country has experienced wars, depressions, natural...
Read MoreDo you want to leave a lasting legacy that blesses your family for generations? If you’re like most of our clients, the answer is a resounding yes! Building your wealth to protect your family today and for generations takes...
Read MoreI’ve been a financial advisor for 20+ years. Through my experience, I’ve come to find some common financial mistakes people make. I would like to share the top five biggest financial mistakes with you today, so you can...
Read MoreRaise your hand if you had to cancel your summer vacation due to COVID-19. Unfortunately, that’s the norm for 2020. Many of us have had plans altered or called off, and we are all ready for life to return to some semblance of...
Read MoreA few weeks ago my wife Tiffany and I took a quick trip down to Lake Ouachita. The coolers were packed, sunscreen (check), and the weather forecast showed only a slight chance of rain that day. We were excited about our first kid free...
Read MoreEvery parent wants their teen to grow into a financially responsible adult. Thankfully there are steps you can take to help them prepare for financial independence now—before they leave the nest and head out into the real world....
Read MoreIf you’re like most Americans, you’ve suddenly found yourself spending all your time at home. With the absence of commuting, socializing, or other outside-the-home activities, you may be wondering how you can make the best...
Read MoreThe equity markets saw more declines this past week over fears relating to the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). Trading through the close on February 28th saw the S&P 500 drop over 12% from its recent peak—wiping out $3.6...
Read MoreOn the whole, Americans are woefully unprepared for retirement, with recent data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics showing that only 55% of workers participate in a workplace retirement plan. (1) With wages not increasing as...
Read MoreAlmost half of all Americans are worried about running out of money in retirement. (1) Are you one of them? Even if you’re not, you probably feel the need to be fiscally responsible in retirement in order to avoid problems down...
Read MoreAt Fiduciary Wealth Management, we have more than 20 years of experience specializing in helping families secure their financial future through personalized, comprehensive financial planning. Our ultimate goal is to offer people...
Read MoreWhen you’re searching for a financial advisor, you might come across quite a few acronyms that follow an advisor’s name. Unless you’re in the financial industry, these designations and credentials will just confuse...
Read MoreFor anyone who loves to eat, Little Rock has a plethora of establishments to choose from. From small one-of-a-kind mom-and-pop places to food trucks to upscale restaurants for special occasions, there is something for everyone. And...
Read MoreWhen it comes to retirement, there seems to be a never-ending checklist of tasks to complete in order to prepare yourself for this major milestone. To name a few, you need to save enough to maintain your lifestyle, invest wisely,...
Read MoreWhat A Roller Coaster Ride! We are midway through 2019, and the equity markets have not only managed to recover from the downward spiral that started towards the end of last year, but they have gone on to reach new highs. U.S. stocks,...
Read MoreFor anyone who loves to eat, Little Rock has a plethora of establishments to choose from. From small one-of-a-kind mom-and-pop places to food trucks to upscale restaurants for special occasions, there is something for everyone. And...
Read MoreThe sheer magnitude of information we have right at our fingertips these days can quickly and easily put us in information overload. In our search for answers, we can end up feeling uncertain about what is most important, much less...
Read MoreParenting is hard. After all, the way you raise your kids dramatically influences the person they become. Yes, they will learn many things in school. If you aren’t an algebra whiz, history buff, or science geek, your child...
Read MoreTo a large degree, your life of today and tomorrow depends on your money. You have worked hard for every penny. With your retirement in sight, you deserve to have a partner that understands your dreams and has your best interests at...
Read MoreIf you were to take a guess, how much do you think you need to save in order to experience your dream retirement? How about a realistically comfortable, fulfilling retirement? Somewhere around a quarter million, or even a half million...
Read MoreThe goal of financial success may not mean the same thing for everyone. For some, it may mean saving a certain amount of money before they reach retirement age. For others, it could mean hitting an annual income level that...
Read MoreBy Rocklin Senavinin, CFP® When it comes to retirement, there’s no lack of information on how to save and what to save. But how do you make sense of the overabundance of details for your own situation? Retirement is one of...
Read MoreAt Fiduciary Wealth Management, our highest priority is to build long term relationships with our clients and to partner with them to help reach their financial goals. We go the extra mile to make sure we provide you with the service...
Read MoreWhen you make the transition from earning a paycheck to living off the wealth you have saved for decades, the last thing you want to happen is for exorbitant healthcare costs to eat away at your income. Unfortunately, that’s what...
Read MoreIf you’re like most parents, you have a never-ending list of things you want to teach your child so they grow up to be a successful adult who contributes to society. From a young age, you model and instruct them in how to share,...
Read MoreIt may be summer, but we all know the economy and markets don’t go on vacation. The first half of 2018 was a friendly reminder that market volatility does exist and this return in volatility was not comfortable for most investors...
Read MoreHere at Fiduciary Wealth Management, our priority is your peace of mind. We want you to have confidence in your financial future, knowing that your money will be there for you when you need it most. Because of this, we have chosen to...
Read MoreSo many people find themselves stuck in a career they aren’t passionate about or enjoy. In fact, two-thirds of people are disengaged with their job. I feel incredibly fortunate that I have a career I love and that I look forward...
Read MoreHow much do you know about basic financial concepts that impact your portfolio? Chances are, if you’re reading this article, you know more than most. But that’s not the case for everyone. Since April is Financial Literacy...
Read MoreIf you’re confused by the jargon in the financial services industry, you’re not alone. What is the difference between fee-only, fiduciary, and independent advisors? It turns out that being a fee-only advisor is really...
Read MoreIf you’ve kept an eye on the markets at all this year, you know that it’s been one of record highs. Just recently, the Dow broke the 24,000 mark for the first time, and other major indices continue to grind higher. (1) And...
Read MoreHave you ever wondered if your investment savings will be enough to support the life you want to live in retirement? The confidence in knowing the details of your current situation eases the uncertainty of simply hoping everything will...
Read MoreIf you watch the news, it can seem like the world is falling apart. The media is known for its sensationalized headlines and negative reporting so it’s easy to get discouraged about where our world is going. But sometimes a...
Read MoreSocial Security can be complicated to navigate at times, but since it’s so vital to your retirement income plan, it’s important to make wise decisions and create strategies to optimize your benefits. If you’re...
Read MoreWe are all so busy these days that even carving out time in your day to schedule appointments can fall down the priority list. But your finances can’t be ignored. At Fiduciary Wealth Management, we want to do everything in our...
Read MoreAs an experienced wealth manager, I’ve spent nearly 20 years helping families create successful financial plans to help fund their future needs and goals. Every client interaction is unique and I place a lot of emphasis on clear...
Read MoreA few weeks ago, I surprised my wife with a special trip to the Viking Cooking School located in Greenwood, Mississippi. We have both dreamed of visiting this location, so we partnered up with our dear friends Tim and Shay Rafferty and...
Read MoreTax season is here! This may not be everyone’s favorite time of year, but taxes are a necessary evil we must deal with. Many people procrastinate on tasks they dread, and taxes definitely fall into that category! If you are like...
Read MoreWouldn’t you agree that all Americans should have the right to honest and ethical financial advice? The answer to this question is obvious and it stands to reason that most individual investors would feel this way. As you may...
Read MoreWhile it feels as though we just ushered in 2016, we are already approaching the final week of this year and heading into 2017! December is often a celebratory time of year as we enjoy the holidays, but it can also be overwhelming. As...
Read MoreThis year marked the 39th annual CARTI Auxiliary Festival of Trees celebration in Little Rock. This event is hosted by CARTI, Arkansas’s largest private cancer clinic, and raises funds for CARTI cancer patients. The four-day...
Read MoreMedical costs are rising, which means that unlike the past four years, Medicare Part B premiums are set to increase as well. Most Social Security benefit recipients (with the exception of high earners) were able to avoid a Medicare...
Read MoreAfter a tumultuous and dramatic election season, we now face the reality that Donald Trump will be our next president. This election was certainly one for the history books and will be discussed for many years to come. Many polls, and...
Read MoreIn the spring of 1999, Fiduciary Wealth Management founder, Rocklin Senavinin accepted his first job working for a Wall Street based firm. Since that day, his passion for helping his clients has only grown stronger.
Read MoreAs we get older, life seems to get more complicated. Between our work and family, it’s hard to find the time or energy to devote to necessary but overwhelming tasks, such as investing or financial planning. I know how valuable...
Read MoreI feel very lucky to have known what I wanted to be from a young age. I was in college and stumbled upon Burton Gordon Malkiel’s book, “A Random Walk Down Wall Street.” I was so intrigued by the markets that I...
Read MoreCo-founders Rocklin Senavinin, CFP® and Edward Mahaffy, CFP®, ChFC®, MBA, offer over 50 years of combined industry experience. The firm is an independent, fee-only investment advisory firm dedicated to providing clients...
Read MoreIndividuals hold more than $2.0 trillion in annuity contracts; a tidy sum considering an estimated $7.4 trillion is held in all types of IRAs.1 Annuity contracts are purchased from an insurance company. The insurance company will then...
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