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PFP Blog August
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3 Core Types of Equity Compensation You May Come Across As A High-Earner

Did someone say equity compensation? Equity compensation is quickly growing as a popular payment method in various industries like tech, medical, pharma, and business. As you grow in your career, you’ll likely see more equity compensation on the table. Providing equity is an excellent way for companies to reward and retain top talent. While “stock options” is often used to describe all types of equity compensation, there are several common…

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The Best Volunteer Spots For Retirees This Summer In Charleston, SC

Volunteering is wonderful for so many reasons. It allows you to give back to the community, connect with a cause you’re passionate about, and make new friendships. With all the benefits, it’s no wonder retirees make volunteering a significant part of their lives. More than 60% of retirees over the age of 55 are volunteering in some capacity.1     With summer in full swing, now’s the perfect time to go outside…

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3 Interesting Considerations With a 401(k) Rollover

When starting a new job, the paperwork feels never-ending. Your employer needs answers about insurance, benefits, stock options, beneficiaries, etc. Among those decisions, you likely have the chance to take automatic deductions from your paycheck for a 401(k). The great thing about this is that you’re saving for retirement without thinking about it!  But at some point in your career, you may find it beneficial to move money out of…

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What’s A Roth Conversion and Is It A Good Move For You?

High-earners, like most doctors, surgeons, and physicians, face an interesting conundrum when saving for retirement. They need to save more than most to maintain their lifestyle, but they can’t directly access certain savings accounts, like Roth IRAs. Roth IRAs are especially useful for young physicians earning less now than they likely will in the coming decades. But if you’re making more than $144,000 filing single ($214,000 if married, filing jointly)…

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A Quick Guide To Help You Navigate Your Hospital Benefits

If you’re a physician working for a large medical system, there are likely several benefits to consider. You may not have given them much thought when signing on, but it’s essential to regularly review benefits like your retirement savings options, insurance policies, stock options, and more. Here are a few common hospital benefits to address. Retirement Most of us rely on the retirement savings plans our workplaces offer us, and…

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PIFP at Richfield Living Wellness Day

Richfield Living 2022 Wellness Day

It was a great day at Richfield Living’s first Wellness Day event to promote their 8 pillars of wellness - Physical, Spiritual, Financial, Emotional, Vocational, Social, Intellectual and Environmental. Partners in Financial Planning was a participant with team members Stephen Bain and Seth Carter.

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Top Resources To Care For Aging Parents In Charleston, SC

Around 53 million Americans have served as unpaid caregivers to an adult within the last 12 months.1  Studies have shown time and time again that caregiving can affect someone’s mental, physical, and financial health. If you’re becoming a caregiver to a loved one, there are resources available to help reduce the burden on you while getting your loved one the care they need. We understand that caregiving can be incredibly…

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