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
You May Need to Make Estimated Tax Payments If…
Have income that isn’t subject to tax withholding? Or insufficient withholdings? You may have to pay estimated taxes.
Don’t Be Your Own Worst Enemy
Emotional biases can adversely impact financial decision making. Here’s a few to be mindful of.
Understanding Homeowners Insurance
Purchasing homeowners insurance is critical for protecting your home.
Emotional vs. Strategic Decisions
Information vs. instinct. Are your choices based on evidence of emotion?
Where Will Your Retirement Money Come From?
Retirement income may come from a variety of sources. Here's an overview of the six main sources.
The Many Ways to Measure Inflation
Different inflation indexes may tell different stories. Here's what that could mean for you.
Errors and Omissions Insurance
E&O insurance is specifically designed to protect you, or your company, from the risk of a client’s dissatisfaction.
Eight Mistakes That Can Upend Your Retirement
There are common mistakes you can avoid when saving for retirement.
The Cost of Procrastination
Don't let procrastination keep you from pursuing your financial dreams and goals.
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College Savings
See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.
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.
Rent vs Buy Calculator
Compare the long-term financial outcomes of renting versus buying a home.
Federal Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Estimate your potential federal capital gains tax liability on the sale of an asset.
IRA Income
Estimate the potential monthly income your IRA balance could generate in retirement.
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The Latte Lie and Other Myths
Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.
When Special Care Is Needed: The Special Needs Trust
A special needs trust helps care for a special needs child when you’re gone.
It May Be Time for a Financial Checkup
It’s never a bad time to speak with your financial professional about changes in your situation.
The Fed and How It Got That Way
Here is a quick history of the Federal Reserve and an overview of what it does.
RE: Retirement
How does your ideal retirement differ from reality, and what can we do to better align the two?
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.