At Beacon Hill Private Wealth, we believe that financial success is rooted in evidence-based strategies and informed decision-making. Our "Viewpoints" blog is designed to provide high-net-worth individuals with research-backed insights, actionable strategies, and expert perspectives on the most pressing financial topics.
From advanced portfolio management techniques to planning for retirement and navigating market volatility, our articles distill complex financial principles into clear, actionable steps. We focus on helping you grow, protect, and manage your wealth by aligning proven financial theory with the practical realities of today's markets. Whether you are interested in optimizing tax efficiency, understanding the benefits of diversification, or exploring alternative investments, our content offers the depth and clarity you need to make confident decisions.
Explore our diverse range of topics, and discover how our evidence-based approach can simplify your financial life while helping you achieve your long-term goals. We invite you to dive into our expert-driven articles and gain the knowledge needed to preserve and grow your wealth.
If these insights resonate with your goals, we invite you to take the next step. Schedule a complimentary consultation to explore how we can craft a personalized, evidence-based financial plan tailored to your unique circumstances.
The Social Security Administration announced a 2021 Cost of Living Increase of 1.3% on Oct. 13, 2020. Whether you’re currently working or enjoying retirement, here’s how you may be affected.
The global pandemic has changed the way we interact with others - including your financial advisor. Should you consider working with a virtual advisor full time, or are you better off searching for someone local?
From neglecting your emergency fund to withdrawing too soon, there are fundamental mistakes that could cost retirees dearly in the future.
Monte Carlo tools test the probability that your financial plan will do what it is designed to do by simulating thousands of scenarios. Each scenario is run by modulating inputs, such as returns, cash flows and inflation, to give a range of possible outcomes. Outcomes can then be graphed to show you and your advisor the likelihood of reaching your investment goals.
On March 27, 2020, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act was signed into law. Since then, the U.S. Treasury Department has issued guidance to clarify and, in some cases, expand the provisions of the CARES Act dealing with retirement accounts and the relief offered to retirement account owners and/or beneficiaries.
For many, correctly answering the question, “When should I begin to take my Social Security benefits?” is a critical step toward making sure their retirement income and savings last at least as long as they do. For others, who perhaps are lucky enough to have accumulated a more substantial nest-egg, the decision may have less of an impact on their ultimate chances of a “successful” retirement (as they may have enough income and/or other assets to overcome a poor choice). But let’s face it … nobody wants to leave Social Security dollars on the table because of a less-than-ideal claiming decision.
Your current employer was bought out. Depending on the type of sale, your 401(k) could be affected. Here's what you need to know.
Traditional retirement planning is less effective when spouses stop working at different ages. Here are a few things to take into account as you prepare for this next chapter.
As you and your partner prepare to tie the knot, you'll want to take time now to discuss your future finances.
While you may have chosen to save using a traditional IRA, you do have the option to switch to tax-free retirement income. Who should consider a Roth conversion, and who should stay away? We've got your biggest questions answered.