Thanking those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom

May 26, 2014 Current Affairs

One of the more moving local Memorial Day observances is the lantern floating ceremony at Ala Moana Beach Park. Each year, thousands of kama`aina and visitors make their way to…

Let’s See, What Would Grandpa’s Password Be?

May 18, 2014 Uncategorized

As we spend more of our lives online -- banking, collecting credit card rewards points, playing virtual reality games, creating photo albums, emailing, tweeting -- it's increasingly important to consider…

It’s That Time Of Year … Graduation!

May 12, 2014 College Planning

Prepaid college tuition plans are no longer the surefire solution to runaway tuition costs. However, they may be a way to save for college by locking in at least a…

Having A Talk With Aging Parents

May 9, 2014 Estate Planning

Do your aging parents resist any talk about the future or giving you any of their financial or legal information? You’re not alone.

When should I think about estate planning?

April 10, 2014 Estate Planning

The best estate planning not only addresses our affairs after death, it also gets our affairs in order under potentially adverse circumstances during our lifetime.

Is Wealth Building Really That Simple?

April 9, 2014 Financial Planning

Wealth building is so simple it can be explained in one sentence — Spend less than you earn and invest the difference wisely.

Medicaid Basics

April 7, 2014 Elder Care

This is government insurance for people who have very little money that covers, among other things, the cost of nursing home care.

Fast And Furious Star Slowed Down To Plan Ahead

April 3, 2014 Current Affairs

Paul Walker signed his will in August of 2001, when he was only 28 years old. This is the same year his first Fast & Furious movie was released.

Get That Retirement Nest Egg Growing!

April 1, 2014 Estate Planning

While saving more for retirement is a popular New Year's resolution, it often fails because people don’t have a plan to actually save more. The first months of the New…

Make Sure You Know What You Want In Your Will, and Make It Clear

March 28, 2014 Current Affairs

The best way to prevent bickering after someone is gone is good estate planning, done while the person is clearly of sound mind. While the specifics of Nelson Mandela’s estate…

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