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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Inflation & Your Money
It's important to understand how inflation is reported and how it can affect investments.
Can I Create a Roth if I’m Over the Income Limit?
Use this article to start conversations about the “backdoor” Roth IRA strategy.
Intellectual Property Rocks in a New Digital Era
Intellectual property ownership and its implications for ordinary people and estates.
The Five Basics of Financial Literacy
How literate are you when it comes to your finances? Brush up with these five basics.
A Primer on Irrevocable Life Insurance Trusts
Irrevocable life insurance trusts can be important tools that may accomplish a number of estate objectives.
The ABCs of Zero Coupon Bonds
Understanding some basic concepts may help you assess whether zero-coupon bonds have a place in your portfolio.
Retirement Questions That Have Nothing to Do With Money
Things to consider before retirement.
Social Security: Maximizing Benefits
There are other ways to maximize Social Security benefits, in addition to waiting to claim them.
Keep Your Umbrella Handy
Umbrella liability can be a fairly inexpensive way to help shelter current assets and future income from the unexpected.
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How Long Will Your Money Last?
See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.
Student Loan Payoff Calculator: Extra Payments Can Save You
See how extra payments toward your student loans could shorten your payoff timeline.
IRA Income
Estimate the potential monthly income your IRA balance could generate in retirement.
Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
Compare the true costs of buying versus leasing a vehicle to find the better fit for you.
Simple 401k
See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.
My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
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Retirement and Quality of Life
Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.
Working With A Financial Professional
A financial professional is an invaluable resource to help you untangle the complexities of whatever life throws at you.
Retirement Redefined
Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.
16 Wall Street Cliches in 60 Seconds
Pundits say a lot of things about the markets. Let's see if you can keep up.
Preparation is the Key to Retirement
The simplest ideas can sometimes make a massive difference over time. Enjoy this brief video to learn more.
What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet
Ever lost your wallet? Frustrating. Here’s what you can do to keep yourself safe.