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Spring Clean Your Finances: 20 Ways to Refresh Your Financial Life Right Now

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® | April 25, 2025
woman relaxing in a nice home after spring cleaning her finances

Spring isn’t just for closets and garages—it’s also the perfect time to dust off your finances and do a little money maintenance. Whether you’re planning for retirement, juggling college costs, […]

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Demystifying the Backdoor Roth IRA: What You Need to Know

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® | April 14, 2025
road interstate sign that says ROTH

If you’ve heard of a Backdoor Roth IRA but find the details confusing, you’re not alone! At Pearl Planning, we frequently recommend this strategy to clients who earn too much […]

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What to Do in a Bear Market or Recession: Quick, Actionable Tips for Smart Financial Moves

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® | April 9, 2025
What to Do in a Bear Market or Recession: Quick, Actionable Tips for Smart Financial Moves

Market downturns and economic slowdowns can feel unsettling—but they’re also opportunities to take control of your financial life. Here’s a quick, actionable checklist of things to do during a bear […]

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The Tariff Trap: How to Navigate Today’s Economic Uncertainty

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® | April 4, 2025
A ship brings goods from one country to another

President Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariff announcement on Wednesday, March 2nd, sent shockwaves through US and global trading markets for the remainder of the week. I am writing this as of […]

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Navigating Inherited RMDs: What You Need to Know for 2025 and Beyond

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® | March 20, 2025
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Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) can be complex, especially if you’ve inherited a retirement account. With recent regulatory changes, understanding when and how much you must withdraw is crucial. Old Rules […]

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New Client? Here’s What’s Next

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® | March 11, 2025
New Pearl Planning Client? Here's what's next

Welcome to Pearl Planning! Our onboarding video guides you through the exciting process of implementing your financial plan. Here’s what to expect: Getting Started: We’ll begin by opening accounts and […]

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2025 Winter Economic Update (Webinar)

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® | February 18, 2025
2025 Winter Economic Update

So much is happening in the economy right now—inflation, interest rates, new policies, and market uncertainty—but what does it actually mean for your financial future? In this session, Melissa Joy, […]

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Important Information for Filing Your 2024 Tax Return

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® | January 15, 2025
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As you prepare to file your taxes this year, we want to help make your life a little easier. Below, you’ll find a comprehensive guide with important dates, resources, and […]

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How to Leverage Short-Term Rental Analytics

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® | December 30, 2024
Leverage your short-term rental analytics

In today’s data-driven world, analytics can be a game-changer for rental hosts. 🚀 Sometimes reviews and feedback aren’t enough to pinpoint 🎯 what your rental needs. You can use data […]

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Pearl Planning’s 2024 Year in Review: Celebrating Milestones and Growth

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® | December 17, 2024
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As we look back on 2024, we’ve celebrated everything from exciting personal milestones like weddings and births to professional achievements, such as team growth and community involvement. Our year has […]

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