Sometimes I get a question from multiple clients in a short period, suggesting to me that it’s on people’s minds.
Lately, I feel like I’ve been answering a lot of questions about something called “dollar-cost averaging” — from clients and even from Barron’s.
Rachel Elson Articles
Invitation – Actionable Ideas for Living Your Values
We all face hundreds of choices each day — from the products we buy to the causes we support and the lifestyles we live.
What You Should Do With ESPP Stock
There are different structures for Employee Stock Purchase Plans, or ESPPs, but in general, they allow you to set aside money from your paycheck to buy your employer’s stock at a discount over a certain time period.
Invitation: Barbie, Money and the Gender Gap
The megahit Barbie movie — in which director Greta Gerwig gave the iconic brand a subversive twist — has a lot of people talking about feminism, female stereotypes and women’s empowerment.
Invitation: How to Talk Money With Your Family
For many of us, money is a taboo subject within the family. But financial conversations can also be important and even necessary. What do existing estate plans look like? Do older generations intend to contribute to grandkids’ college or wedding bills or give everything to charity? Do family elders have enough to support themselves without family assistance? Do we need to add “financial support to parents” to our own financial plan?
Everything You Wanted to Know About the Stock Market But Were Afraid to Ask
Join Perigon for our next Women's Conversation Circle. BY: Rachel Elson, Mary Ballin, Andrea Hamilton, and Anne SappDate: Thursday, February 24, 2022Where: Online via Zoom – we'll send out a conference link the week of the circleTime: 4:00pm – 5:30pm Pacific TimeRSVP:...
Charitable Giving Strategies: How to Give Money Away with Intention
Perigon is hosting our next Women's Conversation Circle, and we would love to have you join us. BY: Rachel Elson, Mary Ballin and Andrea HamiltonDate: Wednesday, November 17, 2021Where: Online via Zoom – we'll send out a conference link the week of the circleTime:...
4 Tips for Smarter Gifts to Charity
How to use a donor-advised fund to get the most tax bang for your charitable buck.By Rachel Elson, CFP® Wealth Advisor, Perigon Wealth ManagementDon't give to charity for the tax benefits: Give because you're committed to using your money for an important cause. But...