Brian Cochran, Financial Planner | CFP® | CKA®
A Widow’s Guide to Finance
Becoming a widow is one of the most challenging milestones in one’s life. While reeling from grief and a new void in their life, a widow now must take on financial responsibilities that she might not have had to do in the past. Brian Cochran discusses why keeping your financial advisory circle small is a…
Half Your DAF
2020 was a unique year financially, resulting in a lot of cash just sitting there, unused. This is a perfect time to give and “half your DAF” (donor advised fund). Ask yourself, how much do I really need? How much is enough and what do I do with the rest? Many people find they have…
The 4 Biggest Financial Mistakes of 2021 (So Far…)
As vaccines have been rolling out and case numbers dwindling across the country, 2021 seems to bring with it optimism and tentative relief. However, a significant amount of uncertainty still remains. To call 2020 a rough year is quite the understatement, and we learned the hard way that the unexpected can, and at some point…
What Stimulus Means for the Economy
After a full year of lockdowns, it’s safe to say that most of us are ready to go back to pre-COVID life. With vaccines available and case count decreasing, the possibility of our economy opening back up in a safe way is closer than we think. But what does this mean for the market?…
Beware, But Not Fearful
Fear is a God-given instinct to protect ourselves from harm. However, like all good things, too much fear can cause us harm. When you’re afraid, you aren’t making good decisions. The fear around the stock market can often cause us to react emotionally, but in times of uncertainty, remember to think with your head, not…