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Why Elections Matter for Your Money: Video Replay with Key Insights for Investors

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® | October 25, 2024

With the 2024 presidential weeks away, you may be wondering how the election results may impact your finances and money. This quarter’s Pearl Planning investment and economic update webinar focuses […]

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How Pearl Planning Supports The People Who Matter Most to You

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® | October 21, 2024
Need financial guidance? We're here.

Looking for trusted financial advice for your friends or family? At Pearl Planning, we’re here to help. Whether you’ve had a friend ask, “Who do you trust for financial planning?” […]

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Time to Review Your Life Insurance

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® | October 21, 2024
Do you know your U of M life insurance options?

Have you reviewed your life insurance recently? ⏳ It’s easy to overlook, but making sure you have the right amount of coverage is crucial. 🛠️ University of Michigan employees can […]

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Know Your Health Savings Account Options

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® | October 14, 2024
U of M health savings accounts explained

Listen up University of Michigan employees! 📢 👉 Are you taking full advantage of the health savings account (HSA) option? HSAs can be a powerful financial tool. Not just for […]

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Simplify Your Estate Planning with a Transfer on Death (TOD) Agreement

By Alexa Kane, CFP®, CDFA® | October 10, 2024
transfer on death agreements with alexa kane

  We often talk about naming beneficiaries for IRAs, 401(k)s, and 403(b)s, but what about your taxable investment accounts? A Transfer on Death (TOD) agreement is an easy solution to […]

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Find Your Best U of M Retirement Strategy

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® | October 7, 2024
Understand your U of M retirement savings strategies

Retirement planning has more nuances than most people realize. 😳 Do you know whether you’re under or over-contributing to your savings? 📉 This month we’re focusing on University of Michigan […]

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Maximize Your Benefit Options This Year

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® | September 30, 2024
Optimize your benefits during U of M open enrollment

Are you getting the most out of your University of Michigan benefits? Do you know enough about your options to make informed decisions? If you missed our recent webinar, you […]

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Why Financial Therapy is Gaining Ground

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® | September 24, 2024
How Can therapy improve your financial planning?

You’re probably not thinking about mental health when you think about money. The two topics aren’t traditionally associated with each other- but that’s changing. ☹️ Money Is Emotional Money is […]

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Say Hello to Our New Website!

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® | September 19, 2024

We are thrilled to announce to you the newly redesigned Pearl Planning website!  Whether you’re a long-time client or just getting to know us, we hope you’ll enjoy the fresh […]

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How to Handle Financial Transparency in Relationships

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® | September 16, 2024
Don't Let Money Talk ruin your relationship

Are you afraid to talk about finances with your partner? If so, you’re far from the only one! It’s a tricky topic for many couples. 💡  The Avoidance Trap Money […]

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