life planning Archives – The Planning Center

Certified Financial Planner Reveals True Meaning of ‘Life Planning’

Life planning is more than just numbers. It’s about digging in and clarifying what a client REALLY wants from their more

What to Do if You Face a Possible Job Loss or Downsizing

by Michael A. Branham, CFP® Life is full of surprises and transitions. Weddings, the birth of a child, a new more

Scary but Necessary: How to Make Medical Decisions When You Are Out Of It

Cicily Maton, CFP®, CeFT®, Partner/Sr. Financial Planner in the Chicago office discusses how the core of financial planning is protecting yourself. more

Setting Successful Financial Goals for 2019

Michelle Maton, CFP®, CeFT®. Partner & Senior Financial Planner in the Chicago office of The Planning Center is featured on more

Longevity and Fixed Pensions

by Matt Sivertsen, CFP® Reflecting back on the year 2004, I was one year into working at The Planning Center. more

Cash Flow: Is Cash Really King?

by Dr. William “Marty” Martin Reflect on the days when you had more than enough money to pay your bills. more

Cash Course: Planning for Charitable Giving

The Planning Center’s Partner and Senior Financial Planner Andrew Sivertsen CFP(r) and CeFT (r) featured in the Quad City Times more

Estate Planning Mistakes Celebrities Make

The Planning Center’s Partner and Senior Financial Planner John Longstaff CFP(r) featured in Kiplinger’s Personal Finance discussing estate planning mistakes more

Past, Present and Future

by Dr. William “Marty” Martin Life is lived in the present. Though memories take us back to the past, so more

Five Things to Consider Before Buying Your First Home

The Planning Center’s Financial Planner Autumn Campbell CFP®, discusses what potential homebuyers should consider before buying their first home. Read more