Financial Planning Insights from First Pacific Financial
Whether you're building wealth, preparing for retirement, or navigating a major financial transition, the right information makes all the difference. Here at First Pacific Financial, our CFP® advisors in Vancouver, WA share practical insights on retirement planning, investment strategy, tax efficiency, estate planning, and more. Browse our latest articles below, or explore topics relevant to your stage of life.
Terrorist Attacks & Stock Markets
In light of last week's terrorist attack in Brussels, the Washington Post reviewed historical attacks and their effect on the...
Do the Social Security File and Suspend and Restricted Application changes impact you?
In November, Congress decided to eliminate both the option to file and suspend your application and the option to file...
2014 Schwab Impact® Conference
Research is a big part of everything we do at First Pacific Financial. To best serve the needs of our...
“When feeling seasick…” – Part 2
We recognize that today seems like a particularly uncertain time. Ultimately, every client’s needs are unique, and we work hard...
“When feeling seasick…” – Part 1
As a cruise ship captain would advise, the best cure for seasickness during rough waters is focusing on the distant...
Retirement Planning Tips
Retirement planning is important as you consider your investing style, and how much you need for...
New Location for First Pacific Financial
First Pacific Team outside their new downtown Vancouver office (move in scheduled for late Summer, early...
Navigating the New Healthcare Environment
Wondering how to choose a health care plan? The Affordable Care Act debuted on October 1 of this year, when...
Inflation Adjustments for Social Security
The Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for Social Security benefits will increase 1.5% in 2014. COLA began in 1975 in order to...
Federal Budget Deficit Plummets
The big news over the last week was the U.S. Treasury Office’s release of the federal budget. A trend has...