by Mike Colburn | Apr 9, 2015
Ask your five-year old where money comes from, and the answer you’ll probably get is “From a machine!” Even though children don’t always understand where money really comes from, they realize at a young age that they can use it to buy the...
by Mike Colburn | Apr 9, 2015
Setting investment goals Setting goals is an important part of financial planning. Before you invest your money, you should spend some time considering and setting your personal goals. For example, do you want to retire early? Would you like to start your own...
by Mike Colburn | Apr 9, 2015
Saving builds a foundation The first step in investing is to secure a strong financial foundation. Start with these four basic steps: Create a “rainy day” reserve: Set aside enough cash to get you through an unexpected period of illness or...
by Mike Colburn | Apr 9, 2015
Do you picture yourself owning a new home, starting a business, or retiring comfortably? These are a few of the financial goals that may be important to you, and each comes with a price tag attached. That’s where financial planning comes in. Financial planning...
by Mike Colburn | Apr 9, 2015
This discussion is intended for educational purposes only. It is not a solicitation of any kind, and neither the information nor any opinion included in it should be considered financial advice. What if someone told you about an investment that has made some...