It Starts with a Plan
Welcome, I’m Michael Bishop, a financial consultant in Murrieta, California. I understand that individuals face unique challenges as they prepare for retirement and look to succeed with their financial goals. With a carefully thought-out plan, I aim to prepare you for today and tomorrow. Whether your goal is saving for retirement, college savings, or estate strategy, my personalized service focuses on your needs, wants, and financial goals and objectives.
For over 35 years I've been advising families, individuals, and businesses and can help you address your needs and goals through all stages of your life.
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Global and International Funds
Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?
Buying a Home
A look at what you need to think about when buying a home.
How Long Will Your Money Last?
See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.
Why Do Renters Have to Save More?
How much more would retirement cost if you owned your home rather than rented? It could actually be several times less.
Six Surprising Facts About Retirement Confidence
This attention-grabbing infographic covers retirement topics you may not have considered.
Reviewing Your Life Insurance Needs
Learn how the review process works and how it may help you better understand your Life Insurance.
The Half Million Dollar Baby
The true cost of raising a child may be far more than you expect.
Intellectual Property Rocks in a New Digital Era
Intellectual property ownership and its implications for ordinary people and estates.
Financially Savvy at Six Figures
Help your clients with these practical steps to make the most of their six-figure income.
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Long-Term-Care Needs
Estimate potential long-term care costs and what coverage may help address them.
How Can I Save a Million Dollars?
See what it takes in monthly contributions and time to reach a million-dollar savings goal.
How Much Home Can I Afford?
Estimate how much home may fit within your budget based on income and expenses.
Student Loan Payoff Calculator: Extra Payments Can Save You
See how extra payments toward your student loans could shorten your payoff timeline.
Historical Inflation
See how the purchasing power of a dollar has changed over time due to inflation.
My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
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Social Security: By the Numbers
Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.
Estate Management 101
A will may be only one of the documents you need—and one factor to consider—when it comes to managing your estate.
A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List
Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.
Leaving Your Lasting Legacy
Want to do more with your wealth? You might want to consider creating a charitable foundation.
Extended Care: A Patchwork of Possibilities
What is your plan for health care during retirement?
Where Is the Market Headed?
We all know the stock market can be unpredictable. We all want to know, "What's next for the financial markets?"