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An Uncomfortable Truth About Aging and Retirement Planning

Financial planning isn’t rocket science. Given enough spare time and discipline, anyone can learn the basic tenets of retirement planning: diversify, mind your taxes, prepare for unexpected events, draft proper legal protections, etc. I promise it’s all out there online.

Many people may still find benefit in hiring a financial planner. It may be a good move if you don’t have the interest or spare time. Others may need professional help for the guidance and discipline. There’s also great value in the knowledge and experience that a planner acquires over

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