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.
Helpful Content
How Often Should You Update Your Estate Strategy?
Review your legacy approach regularly, particularly following significant life events or legislative updates.
Your Changing Definition of Risk in Retirement
A change in your mindset during retirement may drive changes to your portfolio.
The Lowdown on Those Free Credit Scores
What’s the deal with your yearly free credit report?
When Life Insurance Becomes Taxable
Life insurance proceeds are generally tax-free. But not in all cases.
Keeping Summer Safe: Pool and Spa Safety Tips
Each year hundreds of children die or are injured in pool accidents. By taking seven steps, you can keep your pool safe.
Getting a Head Start on College Savings
A few strategies that may help you prepare for the cost of higher education.
3 Estate Challenges for Blended Families
This article will help your clients with blended families think and prepare their estate strategy.
What It Takes to Become an Accredited Investor
What does it take to be an accredited investor? Explore the details, & the types of investments offered to those who qualify.
The Lowdown on Those Free Credit Scores
What’s the deal with your yearly free credit report?
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Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
Compare the true costs of buying versus leasing a vehicle to find the better fit for you.
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.
Monthly Budget
Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.
Inflation & Retirement
See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.
How Long Will Your Money Last?
See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.
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Jane Bond: Infiltrating the Market
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, cracking the code on bonds.
It Was the Best of Times, It Was the Worst of Times
All about how missing the best market days (or the worst!) might affect your portfolio.
The Fed and How It Got That Way
Here is a quick history of the Federal Reserve and an overview of what it does.
The Long Run: Women and Retirement
For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.
Bridging the Confidence Gap
In the world of finance, the effects of the "confidence gap" can be especially apparent.
The Cycle of Investing
Understanding the cycle of investing may help you avoid easy pitfalls.