Money Matters Library

Scott and Pat talk to advisor Barbara Healy about a terminally ill client whose last wish is to take care of his wife.

Retirement experts Scott Hanson and Pat McClain, hosts of Hanson McClain's Money Matters, advise an investor about wills and living trusts in California.

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Retirement experts Scott Hanson and Pat McClain explain the hidden benefits of paying off your mortgage.

Scott Hanson advises readers about an important relationship that must be established before either partner becomes terminally ill.

Scott and Pat explain how probate taxes work, what a "step-up in basis" is, & other types of taxes that may come into play when someone inherits assets.

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Listen to Scott and Pat review with a caller the differences between an Executor and Guardian. They advise on what to consider when appointing someone for the roles.

Hanson McClain Advisors has developed the 7 Personal Decisions Points to help you prepare for retirement transition.

Scott Hanson writes in Kiplinger about retirement, being a benefactor, and inheriting a 401(k) or pension.

Financial expert Scott Hanson writes about inheritances and stock liquidation.

Listen to Scott and Pat discuss how gifting appreciated stocks can have tax benefits and reset your cost basis if re-purchased.

Scott Hanson discusses naming a trust as primary beneficiary for a retirement plan.

Scott Hanson discusses how to run your own check of your financial advisor.

Scott Hanson talks retirement and compensation models for investment advisors.

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