THE NETWORTH ADVISORS BLOG
Emotions and Money: Why Spending Feels Different After Retirement
For most people, the connection between money and emotion is impossible to undo. This quick video examines why many new retirees are finding that they have unexpected anxiety over spending their hard-earned money.
The Psychology of Spending in Retirement
You spent 40 years learning how to save, but now how to spend? Flipping that mindset isn't as simple as turning off a switch, and many retirees end up falling into one of two extreme traps. Our new article explores what's really driving those decisions.
Is your retirement plan ready for the second half of the year?
Summer has a way of making us want to hit the financial pause button. We plan vacations, loosen our schedules, and push important money tasks to the back burner. The problem? Fall arrives fast, bringing a massive pile of open enrollment windows, tax deadlines, and year-end decisions all at once.
Blended Family? Your Estate Plan Needs a Second Look
Yours, mine, and ours… but who gets what? When family dynamics get beautifully complex, a standard will won't cut it. One simple oversight could accidentally leave your kids or your spouse empty-handed. Here’s why your paperwork needs a second look, and how to take care of everyone you love.
A Summer Retirement Planning Reset for Your Goals
You started the year with good intentions for your retirement plan. But between market swings, unexpected expenses, and life’s day-to-day demands, it's easy to lose sight of whether you're still on track. A midyear financial reset can help you reconnect your money with your goals and make thoughtful adjustments before year-end.
Fiduciary or Financial Advisor: Which Is Best?
Is your financial advisor a fiduciary? Or do they operate on a commission basis? Watch this short video now to discover why the difference is about more than billing.
Are You Missing These Retirement Risk Management Strategies?
After years of hard work, retirement might sound easy and uncomplicated. But retirement isn’t without risk, and if you aren’t careful, you could encounter major financial trouble during your golden years. Watch this quick video to uncover retirement risks you might be forgetting and how to take steps to mitigate them.
4 Vital Pre-Retirement Money Conversations for Couples
Retirement is one of life's biggest transitions, and approaching it as a team can make all the difference. In this short video, we break down four vital money conversations for couples that [...]
The Role of Annuities in Retirement Income Planning
Want to reduce your risk of outliving your savings and create a shield against market downturns? An annuity might be right for you. Here’s how to determine whether to add one to your financial plan.
3 Social Security Planning Strategies That Matter Most
Social Security decisions can have a big impact on your retirement income, but small adjustments now can make a significant difference later. In this quick video, Matt D’Amico and Ayden Hanes break [...]
3 Hidden Risks That Threaten Retirement Plans
You’ve planned for retirement, but have you planned for what could go wrong? These 3 hidden risks can have a bigger impact on your future than you might expect.
Retirement Planning: Tax Tips Every Retiree Should Know
You’ve spent much of your working life saving for retirement. But without a clear tax strategy, all those hours of retirement planning might be less effective than you thought. This quick video [...]