Financial Account Considerations for Heirs
Losing a loved one is profoundly sad time. There will be a lot of paperwork requirements to fulfill the financial aspect of the investment account transfer process to beneficiaries. Learn about the process and timing that may be involved.
Financial Plans to Benefit Both Spouses
Healthy Financial Plans are more than knowing your numbers. Both husband and wife should know a whole lot more. Don’t stay in the dark about your finances. Set yourself up with financial peace of mind.
Hot Topic - Trump Accounts
Trump Accounts, retirement investment solutions for minors, available July 4, 2026.
Wealth Management for Women: Financial Solutions for Women and Women-led Couples
Imagine Financial Services helps women and women-led couples achieve financial goals with strategic, tailored financial planning and investment management.
My Big Summer Goal - Budgeting Basics
Salt River 2025. My big summer goal, spending a treasure of time with my daughter enjoying a breathtaking adventure as we visited special destinations in Arizona.
Yes, we have a process!
Let me help reduce your financial friction. Welcome to the IFS Process!
Social Security Claiming Age: Make a Good Choice
Should you delay Social Security until the max-age of 70? This is a highly debated topic between advisors.
Final Rulings on The SECURE Act for Inherited Accounts
On July 18, 2024, the IRS issued a final confirmation of the SECURE Act rules. Marianne Nolte, CFP® will walk inherited account owners through the tax sensitive changes.
Adulting toward First-time Homeownership
A step-by-step guide to show you how to prepare for and secure your first home loan.
Qualified Withdrawals in Retirement
At this point in your life, to supplement your lack of pay, you may be thinking about accessing some of the money you have in retirement accounts.
Marianne Nolte, CFP® Shares 5 Financial Pre-Retirement Targets
As you work toward retirement, there are 5 financial targets to address no later than your 50s.
Estate Planning: Family and Asset Protection
Estate planning can help preserve your assets, ensure proper distribution of your property, and provide security for your loved ones.
HENRY - is that you?
Are you a HENRY? A HENRY makes good money but has yet to attain the goal of being rich.
Replacing RMD with QCD
Investors replace RMDs with a QCDs to make charitable contributions.
FICA Protection for Excess Cash
Does your savings account exceed FDIC insurance limits? Some are turning to the banking benefits of FICA protection.
Adventure and Journey - Episode 4
Estate Planning is an essential part of your overall financial plan providing documentation of your wishes regarding various properties and assets.
Adventure and Journey - Episode 3
We sold our home in California so we could move to Arizona before our new house was even built. Let me share some home selling and buying tips I've experienced through this process.
Unexpected Fees on Goods and Services
Unexpected fees and tips are now frequently imposed for goods and services.
Adventure and Journey - Episode 2
As a Certified Financial Planner®, I help clients spend wisely on what they truly value.