Another Kind of Freeze/Thaw: How and When to Freeze Your Credit
Freezing your credit is an easy way to proactively protect yourself against identity theft, or to prevent further misuse of your personal information if you suspect that it’s been compromised. What is a credit freeze? Freezing your credit reduces access to your credit report and prevents new account openings, which is especially important if you […]
Setting Resolutions for (Financial) Success
The start of a new year feels refreshing, invigorating, and often times optimistic. It is a chance to begin again. We have a culture of creating “New Year’s Resolutions,” yet many of us find failure shortly into our attempts. Studies show that by February, 80% of New Year’s Resolutions have been abandoned.1 Don’t be disheartened! […]
Unlocking 2024’s Financial Potential: A Comprehensive Guide
As we usher in a new year, the financial landscape is undergoing several changes that can significantly impact your financial planning. As your trusted financial advisors at Alaska Wealth Advisors, we provide a comprehensive overview of the key changes that will shape your financial strategies in the coming year. SOCIAL SECURITY 2024 COLA 3.2% – […]
Find us on the “America’s Top RIA Firms” Forbes list!
We are thrilled to announce that Alaska Wealth Advisors has been selected for the Forbes “America’s Top RIA Firms” of 2023. Landing on the list includes an extensive quantitative and qualitative review by independent and world-renowned SHOOK Research. Our tremendous growth, as an indication of a successful firm, was the first step in being considered […]
What is the right claiming strategy?
As individuals approach retirement, one critical decision they face is when to start claiming Social Security benefits. The age at which you choose to claim can significantly impact the amount you receive, and each option comes with its own set of positive and negative aspects. At Alaska Wealth Advisors, we understand that every individual’s financial […]
Find Your Missing Money
At Alaska Wealth Advisors, we’re committed to going the extra mile for our clients. Whether it’s devising innovative savings strategies, optimizing investment allocations, or assisting you in achieving your retirement goals, we’re dedicated to ensuring your financial success. While we assume many roles in serving our clients, one title that might surprise you is “treasure […]
Season of Giving and Gifting
From helping a child with a down payment on their first home, to jumpstarting family member’s 529 plan, to implementing estate planning strategies – the topic of gifting is one we discuss with our clients often. As we enter the season of giving and gifting, we aim to answer commonly asked questions and demystify some […]
Meet our new team member – Nicole Squires
“You can do hard things.” Someone once said this quote to me, and it has changed my perspective on strength and adaptability. Since childhood, I have always been the over-achieving type. I joined clubs, participated in sports teams, volunteered, and pushed myself academically. I graduated college with double bachelor’s degrees and started working in management […]
Don’t Miss These Year-End Financial Planning Strategies
This week, we enter November. The summer activities are being packed up in the shed; the skis, snowboards, snowmachines, ice skates and snowshoes are coming out. With only two short months left until the new year, it is important to consider your year-end financial planning activities. Here is a short list of important planning reminders […]
Meet our new team member – Vlad Finko
Change is the only constant in life, they say. Embracing this philosophy, I’ve leaped from one exciting opportunity to another, and my latest adventure brings me to Alaska Wealth Advisors. The prospect of growth and innovation here has me absolutely thrilled. My journey thus far has been a series of transformative experiences. Each chapter has […]