Sara Lohse

Three Ways To Turn Savings Into Retirement Income

Published on Forbes.com If you’re nearing retirement age, you most likely have a nice little nest egg you’re sitting on that will act as your income once the paychecks stop rolling in. But how do you take that money and turn it into income that will last throughout your retirement? Read More

Getting What You Need From A Financial Advisor

Published on Forbes.com The truth is, “financial advisor” is an umbrella term, but not every advisor has the same expertise or is trained to handle exactly what you need. Make sure you understand exactly what you’re looking for so you know which of these experts can help you. Click here

Help Needed?: Why You Should Seek A Financial Advisor

Published on Forbes.com In a Do-It-Yourself society, we often try to avoid asking for help because “we got this.” But when it comes to your financial future, the consequence of DIY retirement planning could be a lot worse than a bathroom remodel gone wrong. Read More

Ask A Financial Advisor: Who Are Your Typical Clients?

Published on Forbes.com Choosing a financial advisor should not be based only on who they are, but also on who they work with. Asking these key questions can help you determine how you fit in with an advisor’s client roster. Read Article

How the Financial Media Encourages Bad Behavior

Eric Brotman discusses how to make better money decisions and why it is so important to ignore the financial media’s “advice” with radio show host and financial advisor Kate Stalter. In this episode:  The financial media is a product they are…

Ask A Financial Advisor: Are You Part Of A Team?

Published on Forbes.com When you’re interviewing potential financial advisors, there are a lot of questions you’ll want to ask to make sure you’re choosing the right advisor for you. One very important question to ask is this: Do you have a team? Here’s why. Read Article

Ask A Financial Advisor: How Often Will We Meet Together?

Published on Forbes.com Understanding what level of communication you should expect from your financial advisor will be important as you move forward in the professional relationship, so one of the questions you need to ask each advisor you’re considering is this: How often will we be meeting? Read Article

Financial Planning 101: Where Do I Start?

Published on Forbes.com When you’re looking for a financial advisor, be prepared to ask questions so you know what to expect and if the advisor is right for you. These questions will guide you through the process and help you choose your perfect match. Read Article

The Cost Of Financial Independence: How You Pay Your Advisor

Published on Forbes.com Financial advisors and planners don’t all conduct business exactly the same way. Being individual people, they each have their own philosophy, their own experienced-based opinions and their own way of charging you for their expertise. Here are the five common ways that advisors will be paid. Read Article

Effective Financial Literacy Tips for Parents

The Money Jar Podcast Description: Financial literacy is important to teach to children as early as possible. The issue is how to make something as complex as finances in a clear, simple manner. On this episode, the Money JAR team talks with a parent and professional financial advisor about ways that he is teaching his