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Financial Planning
Retirement, education savings, Social Security, insurance, charitable giving and the other planning decisions families and plan participants face.

Financial Planning
Simplifying Eldercare Planning for Your Family
As the population ages, the term “Elder” has become increasingly common in discussions. You may have heard it in phrases like “Eldercare,” “Elder Law,” or “Elder Finance.” This can be confusing, so we’d like to explain and simplify the concept of eldercare planning.
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Financial Planning
Sharing the Full Picture: The Crucial Role of Accurate Asset Accounting in Financial Planning
Financial planning is a complex puzzle that requires careful consideration of various elements to ensure a secure and prosperous future. Among these elements, accounting for all your assets plays a pivotal role in constructing a robust financial plan. As we turn the page on…
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Financial Planning
Tips for Preventing Fraud
Cybercrime and fraud are serious threats and constant vigilance is key. While MCF plays an important role in helping protect your assets, you can also take action to protect yourself and help secure your information. This checklist summarizes common cyber fraud tactics, along…
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Financial Planning
Why it is Important to Know and Update Your Net Worth
By: Brittany B. Manning, CPA, CFP®, Director of Wealth Management Services Most of us know that net worth, or a personal financial statement, is a report that summarizes what we own and what we owe. But why do we spend time updating this report with our advisor and inquiring…
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Financial Planning
MCF Insights: Ideas for Reducing the Cost of College
Encourage your student to think about their future financial self
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Financial Planning
MCF Insights: Special Needs Require Special Planning
Make sure you protect against disqualifying an individual for services
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