Topic: Wealth Management

Articles that provide tips and insights into managing wealth, including retirement planning, estate planning, tax planning, investing and financial wellness.

Businessmen looking over a stack of reports and planning how to prepare for the potential impact of the Biden 2023 tax plan.
How the New Tax Plan Could Impact You

School of Financial Wellness

President Biden has outlined his plan for taxes in 2023 including tax increases for corporations and wealthy families.

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Why Should I Have Bonds in My Portfolio?

School of Saving and Investing

Bonds are debt instruments that pay investors a steady stream of income in return for their cash up front. But income is only one of the benefits that bonds can add to a portfolio. In today’s economic environment, many investors are concerned with how monetary policy will affect their bond positions. That’s because inflation typically… Read more »

2022 Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment [COLA]
Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment [COLA] for 2022

School of Social Security & Medicare

The Social Security Administration announced the Cost-of-Living Adjustment for 2022. Learn how this change could impact your finances.

Image of an employment status form, with the box for retirement checked and the words enjoying life written in the occupation box.
Money Management During Retirement

School of Financial Wellness

Money management during retirement can be quite different, and proper planning is critical to making the most of your savings.

Lightbulbs and a notebook with do and don’t written on it.
Financial Dos and Don’ts During a Pandemic

School of Financial Wellness

2020 has changed our lives dramatically, but it’s important to maintain financial discipline. These tips will help you stay on track.

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Financial Tips to Help You Weather the Pandemic

School of Financial Wellness

The massive changes to our daily lives caused by the pandemic also gives good reason to reevaluate our financial decisions.

2021 Social Security Cost of Living Allowance [COLA] Update. Meld University Logo on top of a pen, paper with budget figures, and a calculator
Social Security Cost of Living Adjustment [COLA] for 2021

School of Social Security & Medicare

The Social Security Administration announced the Cost of Living Adjustment for 2021. Learn how this change could impact your finances.

A person is writing a check and counting money with a calculator. The Financial Fingerprint® logo by Meld Financial is present in the bottom right-hand corner.
How Much Do I Need to Retire?

School of Financial Wellness

There is no one-size-fits-all answer. But, once you have your Financial Fingerprint®, you will know how much it will take to meet your retirement goals.

A guide to maintaining your financial health
Your 2-minute guide to a full financial checkup

School of Financial Wellness

Maintaining good financial health requires regular checkups to take stock of everything from retirement savings to the status of your emergency fund.