Managing the Process, Promoting Plan Success
We are The Plan Advocate at Independence Square Advisors, an independent consulting practice advising retirement plan sponsors as investment fiduciaries.
We understand the main concerns that plague plan sponsors: fiduciary responsibilities, how their plan impacts their employees, and how to adequately prepare their employees for retirement. Plan sponsors seek to work with advisors who have specialized knowledge and experience with corporate retirement plans.
The Plan Advocate is a team of such specialized advisors within Independence Square Advisors – an independent retirement plan and wealth management services firm powered by LPL Financial as their broker/dealer.
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Fiduciary Guidance
The ability to act as an ERISA 3(21) and 3(38) fiduciaries is an advantage in our industry and a responsibility we take very seriously.
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Financial Wellness
Everyone benefits when employees can retire on time. What would a financial wellness program customized to your group of people look like?
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Plan Design Assistance
We show you how best practices such as ease of eligibility, automatic enrollment, re-enrollments, and automatic contribution escalation might impact your company’s plan.
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Trends in Charitable Giving
Some people may want a more advanced gifting strategy that can maximize their gift and generate potential tax benefits.
Understanding the Alternate Valuation Date
Executors can value the estate on the date of death, or on its six-month anniversary —the “Alternate Valuation Date."
Test Your Estate Strategy Knowledge
Estate management can help ensure that your assets are transferred according to your wishes while managing tax issues.
And the Executor Is
The right executor may help ensure the distribution of your assets is done with as little upheaval as possible.
Retirement Realities
Many pre-retirees can become focused on the “ideal” retirement, but turning that dream into a reality can be tricky.
What To Do When Your Income Reaches 7 Figures
Preserve your high net worth with these foundational tips.
Filing Final Tax Returns for the Deceased
The federal government requires deceased individuals to file a final income tax return.
Exploring Retirement Plans for Small Businesses
Help small businesses make better retirement decisions for employees with this eye-catching and informative infographic.
Gap Insurance for Leased Cars
If you’re thinking of leasing a new car, then you shouldn’t forget about gap insurance.
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Home Mortgage Deduction
Use this calculator to assess the potential benefits of a home mortgage deduction.
Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
What Is My Net Worth?
Get a snapshot of your overall financial picture by calculating your total net worth.
How Much Home Can I Afford?
Estimate how much home may fit within your budget based on income and expenses.
How Long Will My Savings Last If I Become Disabled?
See how long your current savings might last if a disability interrupted your income.
Comparing Investments
Compare two different scenarios side by side to see how they stack up over time.
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Investments
You’ve made investments your whole life. Work with us to help make the most of them.
Making Your Tax Bracket Work
Have you explored all your options when it comes to managing your taxable income?
Dog Bites and Homeowners Insurance
Reviewing coverage options is just one thing responsible pet parents can do to help look out for their dogs.
Safeguard Your Digital Estate
If you died, what would happen to your email archives, social profiles and online accounts?
Once Upon a Goal
Do you know how to set up your financial goals for success? This knight does.
Exit Strategies of the Rich and Famous
Estate conservation is too important to put off. Do you have a smart exit strategy?