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How to Avoid a Spike in Medicare Premiums

Jeran Van Alfen, CFP®

Oct 15

How to Avoid a Spike in Medicare Premiums

The state of our healthcare system continues to be a stress on retirement budgets, and it is important to plan ahead

Jeran Van Alfen, CFP®

Oct 4

Will Rising Taxes Affect You?

In this post, we will discuss how the current tax situation may change and how to take control of your future tax situation.

Jeran Van Alfen, CFP®

Aug 16

Planning on Social Security?

For most people who are retiring soon, the Social Security program is a key component of their plan for financial independence.

Jeran Van Alfen, CFP®

Aug 2

Creating a college savings mindset

While you are in the “back to school” mindset, it is a good time to evaluate college savings and consider how to plan for the future.

3 Steps to Determine How Much Life Insurance You Need

Jeran Van Alfen, CFP®

Jun 28

3 Steps to Determine How Much Life Insurance You Need

For a young family in their prime working years, life insurance is essential.

Jeran Van Alfen, CFP®

Jun 28

Where Should You Put Your Savings?

With the average savings account providing an interest rate of 0.06%, you may need to consider some alternatives

Jeran Van Alfen, CFP®

Jun 28

Halfway Through 2020: Where Are We Now?

As we approach mid-year in a year that feels like a whirlwind, let’s examine some key information

5 Money Habits to Keep from Your Lockdown

Jeran Van Alfen, CFP®

Jun 14

5 Money Habits to Keep from Your Lockdown

I suggest that there are a few habits that you can take from the last few months that may improve your financial progress.

Jeran Van Alfen, CFP®

May 31

Master Your Credit Score

If you are disciplined and understand how your credit score works, you can leverage your purchasing power to fund your financial goals.

5 Questions Your Financial Plan Should Answer About Health Care

Jeran Van Alfen, CFP®

May 31

5 Questions Your Financial Plan Should Answer About Health Care

In this post, we will discuss 5 health care questions that you need answered before you retire.

What to know before taking a 401(k) Withdrawal (Updated with CARES Act Provisions)

Jeran Van Alfen, CFP®

May 15

What to know before taking a 401(k) Withdrawal (Updated with CARES Act Provisions)

Before you withdraw your retirement money, it is important to understand what options you have and to plan ahead

Jeran Van Alfen, CFP®

May 1

2020 CARES Act and Your Student Loans

You can take advantage of provisions in the CARES Act to get ahead on your student loans. Here is what you need to know:

Self-Employed? How to Get Paycheck Protection Program Money

Jeran Van Alfen, CFP®

Apr 27

Self-Employed? How to Get Paycheck Protection Program Money

If you are self-employed and don’t have payroll, you can still qualify for funds to support your business.

A Strategy for Your IRA in 2020: Roth Conversion

Jeran Van Alfen, CFP®

Apr 19

A Strategy for Your IRA in 2020: Roth Conversion

How can you use a downturn in the market to your advantage? You could position your assets so that your recovery in the market is tax-free.

Jeran Van Alfen, CFP®

Apr 5

Resources to Remove Financial Stress

In this post, I have linked to some outside resources to help with finding positivity in times of challenge.

Covid-19 CARES ACT Update: How to Get Money for Your Personal Finances

Jeran Van Alfen, CFP®

Apr 5

Covid-19 CARES ACT Update: How to Get Money for Your Personal Finances

With the passing of the CARES Act, there are resources available for you to help with your personal finances.

Jeran Van Alfen, CFP®

Mar 29

Money Decisions During Uncertain Times

Here are several items to consider when it comes to managing your money during times of turmoil.

Jeran Van Alfen, CFP®

Mar 8

Portfolio Building Blocks

Like building construction, portfolio construction utilizes a process of evaluating different parts and bringing them together

Essentials: Balance Between Debt Payments and Savings

Jeran Van Alfen, CFP®

Feb 16

Essentials: Balance Between Debt Payments and Savings

I recommend saving and paying off debt at the same time whenever possible. Here is a process to reach both of these goals

Jeran Van Alfen, CFP®

Feb 16

If You Love Someone, Buy Life Insurance

It’s Valentine’s Day weekend and all the expressions of affection have reminded me to write about life insurance.

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