Advisor Education & Training Center
Mass Affluent
Building Buy-Sell Agreements That Work Before and After a Business Owner’s Death
⏲ 6 min read ⏲ A buy-sell plan shouldn’t only function at death. Structuring agreements with living benefits creates flexibility, tax efficiency, and smoother ownership transitions.
Rethinking Life Insurance as a Strategic Asset, Not Just a Death Benefit
⏲ 4 min read ⏲ Life insurance plays a broader role than most clients realize. When positioned correctly, it becomes a flexible planning asset that supports liquidity, risk management, and long-term strategy
How to Resize Permanent Life Insurance for the Retirement Years
⏲ 5 min read ⏲ What worked during accumulation may not fit retirement. Rightsizing coverage helps align insurance with income needs, tax planning, and legacy goals
Modernizing Executive Benefits Without Reinventing the Wheel
⏲ 6 min read ⏲ Outdated benefit designs miss today’s executive expectations. A refreshed approach can improve retention and outcomes without unnecessary complexity.
Succession Planning for Single-Owner Businesses Without a Built-In Backup Plan
⏲ 5 min read ⏲ Without a second owner, succession risk is magnified. Strategic planning creates continuity, liquidity, and options long before an exit is required.
The ‘Second Sale’ Opportunity Created by the End of the Stretch IRA
⏲ 2 min read ⏲ SECURE Act changes created new planning challenges—and opportunities. Advisors who understand the second-sale dynamic can deliver meaningful value post-inheritance.
Using Life Insurance to Hedge Against LTC and Estate Tax Uncertainty
⏲ 6 min read ⏲ Legislative uncertainty makes planning difficult. Life insurance can act as a flexible hedge against both long-term care costs and future estate tax exposure.
The Overlooked Risk in Executive Benefits Disability Planning Gaps
⏲ 2 min read ⏲ Disability risk is often underestimated in executive planning. Identifying and addressing these gaps protects both income and long-term retirement strategies.
Solving the Key Employee Retention Gap Traditional Benefits Leave Behind
⏲ 2 min read ⏲ Top performers expect more than standard benefits. Life insurance-based strategies can bridge the gap between retention, retirement planning, and long-term employer objectives.
Addressing the Executive Retirement Gap Without Adding Excess Complexity
⏲ 2 min read ⏲ Many executive retirement plans fall short of expectations. Thoughtful benefit design can enhance retirement outcomes without over-engineering the solution
Designing Accumulation-Focused IUL Without Sacrificing Long-Term Flexibility
⏲ 2 min read ⏲ Chasing maximum accumulation can introduce hidden risks. A balanced IUL design prioritizes sustainable cash value growth while preserving policy flexibility and downside protection.
Why Asset Location Matters as Much as Asset Allocation
⏲ 3 min read ⏲ How assets are positioned can be just as important as how they’re invested. Strategic asset location improves tax efficiency and long-term portfolio performance.
