HOUSTON, TX, June 22, 2012 (Press-News.org) In the midst of continued economic uncertainty, financial issues loom large on the minds of many Americans. According to a recent report from the Chicago Tribune, retirement planning is something that more and more Americans are beginning to think critically about. For many Americans, however, issues such as retirement savings and estate planning are daunting, at best. For this reason, many Americans are seeking the services of financial planners--and independent broker-dealer NEXT Financial Group Inc. (NEXT) is devoted to providing high standards of service and investment savvy.
Based in Houston, NEXT seeks to serve the needs of business owners and entrepreneurs. NEXT's independent representatives provide their customers with sound financial guidance, which includes the proper retirement provisions.
"With the state of today's markets, planning for the future may seem daunting, but financial professionals across the industry are making steadfast strides to help people secure a significant amount of money for a healthy retirement," says president of NEXT, Barry Knight. "NEXT representatives always try to deliver prosperous outcomes for their customers through detailed goal evaluation and desired life achievements."
Indeed, despite economic uncertainty, Knight is nothing if not optimistic. "The right financial professional can help anyone achieve their dream retirement."
The Chicago Tribune article notes that retirement planning does not just involve plans for personal wealth assessment. An individual's "retirement planning duties" also include estate planning, something else that requires the assistance of a financial planner.
The article highlights the importance of making estate planning a priority--not post-retirement, but before retirement. "Options such as the payout scheme for a pension plan or annuities purchased with 401(k) money can be irrevocable, so they should be done in context with your plan for your estate," the article confirms.
Additionally, the Chicago Tribune article notes that close to 20 percent of Baby Boomers "feel they owe their children an inheritance." Even if this is not the case, however, financial planners recommend estate planning, to help ensure one's children are largely free from the legal burdens potentially associated from unplanned or poorly-planned estates.
ABOUT:
NEXT Financial Group Inc. Member FINRA/ SPIC is a broker-dealer based in Houston, Texas, serving the needs of business owners and entrepreneurs throughout the country. The company prides itself in helping business owners enjoy success and financial independence. The company was founded in 1999, and is currently led by President Barry Knight. More information about the company can be found online at www.nextfinancial.com. NEXT Financial Group, Inc. is located at 2500 Wilcrest Drive, Houston, TX 77042. For more information call 888-876-6398.
NEXT Financial Group Representatives Offer Financial Planning for Every Stage of Life
Economic uncertainty continues to be an issue on everyone's mind, more and more Americans are thinking critically about their own retirement planning, and NEXT Financial Group Inc. is seeking to help.
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