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Dollar-cost averaging allows us to appreciate the bigger picture of the market, maintain discipline through periods of volatility and take advantage of opportunities as they present themselves.

Insurance is an interesting investment, and an important part of a well-balanced financial plan. Insurance protection is crucial to hedge against the financial perils of life - while keeping you and your family protected and well funded.

The thought of running out of money keeps a lot of people up at night, and being unsure as to whether you've saved enough to retire is a major factor in deciding when work can become optional. But with our guidance and experience, it doesn't have to be.

The new year is a great time to review your financial plan. Make a budget, reaffirm your goals, and review your beneficiaries to make sure everything is how it should be!

The new year is a time to check in, and gauge the progress your investments are making. More than investments, a new year is the perfect opportunity to ensure that your retirement, insurance, estate – your legacy – is exactly where you want it to be.

Whether you are enrolling for the first time, or looking to change your coverage, Medicare planning does not have to be a stressful process. The experienced team at Berer Financial can help you understand your options… making Medicare easy. With Open Enrollment just around the corner (Oct 15 - Dec 7th), please call, email, or schedule a video meeting today.

Your 401(k) plan is one of the most common investment accounts out there, but if this is your first one, the enrollment process might feel overwhelming. In this video, I answer all the FAQ's I get about 401(k) plans, so you can feel confident when taking that crucial first step towards your retirement, and get started with enrollment today.

Recessions are difficult for investors. Regardless of short term volatility, your investment strategy should not change. You can use market downturns to your advantage. Continue saving and investing, revise your budget if necessary, but stay focused on your long term goals.

Bear markets are a major reason that people shy away from investing. But with a proper strategy in place, and the right guidance, market downturns don't have to be a source of fear –they simply become a necessary part of any healthy market cycle.

Creating Income from your Inheritance. Some people start to think about a beach house, others about retirement. But following your impulses can lead to a squandered inheritance. Life isn't like the movies, so most people know they are the beneficiaries of a will or life insurance policy long before they receive a dime. Putting a proper plan in place now could be the cornerstone of building wealth and income that can last generations.

Financial planning is more than saving money and creating your budget – it's about building and protecting your wealth. A solid financial plan incorporates the legal, tax planning, insurance, investment, retirement, medicare, and social security aspects of your life… and should be updated regularly.

At Berer Financial, our approach to wealth management incorporates long term financial planning, and embraces professionally tailored investment strategies. Managing and building wealth is an integral part of your comprehensive estate plan – and begins with dollar one. Though it seems far away, TIME is your best ally in building assets.