The Financial Planning Process


This process is very much like planning a vacation or a trip. Think of it as your financial trip planner.
Step 1. For any trip you have to know where you are starting from. We call this the discovery process where we take a snapshot of your present situation. We will have to find information on assets, debts, income etc.
Step 2. Where do we want to go. We will review your goals both short term and long term. These may include children's education, vacation goals and retirement goals. You tell us.
Step 3. In what time frame do you want to reach your destination. Depending on the time you may have to use different modes of transportation or types of investments. You are not going to take a bike to Europe and probably not going to take a plane to the corner store!
Step 4. Identify any potential problem areas and/or opportunities we can take advantage of. Is there a chance of a strike at an airport or any potential seat sales?
Step 5. Provide written recommendations and alternative solutions. If we know what potential problems can crop up we can be ready with solutions that can actually help you along your trip.
Step 6. This is the fun part, you are starting on your trip. We are implementing our strategies and you are seeing progress
Step 7. We now make sure that you are staying on track to your destination. If you are not on track we will make the adjustments to get you back. |