Author: Tim Jones

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Why Time in the Stock Market Beats Timing the Stock Market

When markets are volatile, as we’ve seen recently, sometimes investing can feel like a high-stakes gamble—whether triggered by a tech stock plunge or global economic...
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Market Jitters? How to Avoid Emotional Investing Mistakes

The news headlines have been buzzing again with news about the stock market. Here are a few examples from the past several weeks: “S&P 500...
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How to Track, Plan, and Improve Your Finances This Year

“If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail.” – Benjamin Franklin Financial success isn’t just about earning more, it’s about keeping more while...
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Top 5 Charitable Giving Strategies for a Lasting Family Legacy 

At BCR Wealth Strategies, we understand that wealth is not just about accumulating assets but what you do with them. If you’re among those with...
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New Year Tax Tips from a Birmingham, AL Financial Advisor

One of the most popular New Year resolutions is to gain better control over your finances. It’s a great goal; however, knowing where to start...
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Probate Pitfalls to Avoid: Protecting Your Estate & Heirs

Probate may not be a four-letter word, but it sure gets treated like one. For many, it’s the legal equivalent of “Oops!” — a process...
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Medicare & Medicaid Financial Planning: Why it Matters to You

When you picture retirement, it’s often filled with thoughts of travel, new activities, time with friends and family, and enjoying life. What may not come...
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Smart Charitable Giving: Make Every Donation Count

Charitable giving is more than just a way to support causes you care about—it can also play a strategic role in your financial plan that...
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Holistic wealth management in Birmingham keeps your financial future on target.

A Comprehensive Guide to Birmingham Holistic Wealth Management

Managing significant wealth brings unique challenges that require a customized approach. If you’ve amassed $1 million or more in investable assets (not including real estate...
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Successful professionals are outsourcing their Birmingham investment management to fee-only fiduciary financial planners who offer customized investment strategies.

Birmingham Investment Management for Successful Professionals

Whether you’re a professional climbing the career ladder or a corner office executive making big decisions, every personal financial-related decision can impact your future lifestyle...
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