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
Should I Invest in Gold?
Learning more about gold and its history may help you decide whether it has a place in your portfolio.
Emergency Fund Calculator
Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.
8 Financial Milestone Birthdays
Get ready to celebrate your financial birthdays in this informative infographic.
Starting a Roth IRA for a Teen
This early financial decision could prove helpful over time.
When Life Insurance Becomes Taxable
Life insurance proceeds are generally tax-free. But not in all cases.
Social Security: The Elephant in the Room
Some people wonder if Social Security will remain financially sound enough to pay the benefits they are owed.
Silver Sneakers 101
Medicare’s popular program, offering free gym membership and health education.
A Living Trust Primer
Living trusts are popular, but their appropriateness will depend upon your individual needs and objectives.
Buying a Home
A look at what you need to think about when buying a home.
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Long-Term-Care Needs
Estimate potential long-term care costs and what coverage may help address them.
Lifetime of Earnings
Estimate how much you may earn over your working years based on your current income.
What's Your MPG?
Calculate your vehicle's fuel efficiency and see what you're spending on gas annually.
Rent vs Buy Calculator
Compare the long-term financial outcomes of renting versus buying a home.
Bi-Weekly Mortgage Payments
See how switching to bi-weekly mortgage payments could reduce interest and shorten your loan.
Annuity Comparison
Compare annuity options to see how each one could affect your long-term income outlook.
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Finding the Balance
The sandwich generation faces unique challenges. For many, meeting needs is a matter of finding a balance.
An Arm and a Leg
A visit to the hospital can be painful, for both your body and your wallet. Don't let it be more painful than it has to be.
Rightsizing for Retirement
What does your home really cost?
When Special Care Is Needed: The Special Needs Trust
A special needs trust helps care for a special needs child when you’re gone.
Behavioral Finance
An amusing and whimsical look at behavioral finance best practices for investors.
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.