It’s important to take a look back on your financial path over the past decade, and it’s even more important to take a hard look at the 10-year road ahead. How would you like life to unfold? Scott discusses a key component to long-term financial success: willpower.
Read MoreIt is frequently the things we consciously DO NOT DO that lead to great financial success over time—particularly in bear market years. Learn more about what NOT to do to help smooth out your road to financial success.
Read MoreIn this month’s edition of “Money Matters,” Scott explains how mass financial speculation can influence the markets and cause financial volatility, while also discussing which factors to consider before engaging in market or investment speculation.
Read MoreWhen market volatility is starting to wear you out and shaking your confidence in the markets, it’s important to remember a key piece of investment advice for long-term success: Do not allow emotions to overrule facts.
Read MoreOne of the things that I appreciate about having my practice with Cahill Financial Advisors is everyone’s dedication to our community. Our Cahill Financial Advisors Community Investment Program focuses on giving back to the community by sharing our time, treasures, and talent.
Read MoreListen as Scott discusses the financial lessons learned in 2020—the year of the pandemic and worldwide economic shutdowns—that investors can use moving forward to achieve their financial goals.
Read MoreGifting company stock to a charitable organization has many complex rules attached to it, but when completed properly, this gift can be of great financial benefit to both you and the charitable organization!
Read MoreListen as Scott discusses the personal and financial value of charitable giving, as well as the financial strategies used to maximize the benefits of your financial donation—to both you and the organization you choose.
Read MoreAs attractive as a Roth IRA conversion may seem, there are many considerations for when to pay the tax on your tax-sheltered retirement account. The big question: When should you pay this tax? Now? Or continue deferring until later? Check out some of the factors everyone should consider before converting to a Roth IRA.
Read MoreA good retirement plan requires solid financial planning, but your retirement years can feel both fulfilling and rejuvenating when you include your passions, skills, and most valued relationships.
Read MoreListen as Scott discusses the recent changes to retirement plan distributions and key factors to consider when thinking about retirement plan distributions, as well as strategies to minimize the taxes owed on those distributions.
Read MoreFrom a pandemic, to financial turmoil, to an unforgettable election season, the negatives of 2020 will forever be remembered. It's important to remember the positives though--especially when it involves your finances!
Read MoreDiversification has always been a core principle of our investment approach and 2020 is proving the soundness of this age-old concept once again. Listen to my recent radio spot to learn more about why diversification is key to long-term investment success.
Read MoreListen as Scott discusses the psychological components of a successful financial future and why having an optimistic mindset is an important part of your financial planning.
Read MoreListen as Scott discusses the importance of diversifying your investment portfolio for long-term financial success.
Read MoreListen as Scott discusses why investors should have a full understanding of their financial situation, and how they can determine if their finances are on track to achieve their financial goals.
Read More2020 is a year that will be talked about and studied for decades to come. From an economic standpoint, one of the key lessons is that investing is about numbers, but it is also fundamentally about mindset. Learn more about why it’s important to hold your financial plan course in a crisis.
Read MoreListen as Scott discusses the importance of understanding life insurance, including the difference between types of policies, how much your policy should be worth, and how life insurance policies can help you achieve your financial goals for your beneficiaries.
Read MoreListen as Scott discusses time, control, and social comparison, and why your mindset about these three factors can be crucial to your financial success.
Read MoreHow you think about money matters! In this post and radio interview, I discuss three key points that can influence your thoughts on money and have been proven significant factors in financial success!