Beth V. Walker

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The Problem with College Planning

Most advisors don't have adequate college-planning training. The result? Families are left short on cash flow, says advisor Beth V. Walker.

What Advisors Can Learn from Bruce Springsteen and the Rolling Stones

Older clients are very much alive and need non-biased planners who listen well, says this former FPA president.

Trusts Can’t Protect All Inheritances

Trusts don’t teach lessons that are required to maintain and honor wealth, says our columnist. (By Deborah Danger)

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