Advisor=Scapegoat -- One More Benefit to Consider

A couple of weeks back we posted an article enumerating the benefits of working with a financial planning professional. Over the weekend, it occurred to me that we missed one of the valuable services we offer to our clients.

Many times clients tell us that they have no trouble holding down spending for themselves, but it's too hard to say "no" to their children and grandchildren. In many instances, we have become the go-to excuse for clients trying to get these expenditures under control. They don't want their kids to be mad at them, but can blame those witches -- Veena and Annette -- who won't let them shower the grandkids with gifts or pay for lavish family vacations .

We're happy to be the bad guys. The kids won't love us now, but may be grateful someday when mom and dad aren't eating dog food in their eighties!

Annette

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