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Bonfire Financial has a Podcast! We are excited to announce that we are launching The Field Guide Podcast! Hosted by the CEO of Bonfire Financial, Brian Colvert, CFP®, each episode will bring you ideas…
Retirement planning isn’t just about saving; it’s about mastering the rules of the game. If you’re a high-flyer working for a major airline, you’ve probably heard about the 401(a) and 415(c) limits – but…
What business owners need to know about Colorado Secure Savings Act In 2020 Colorado passed the Colorado Secure Savings Program. This law mandates that small business owners enroll in a state-run retirement savings…
Roth IRA Mistakes An individual retirement account (IRA), specifically a Roth IRA, is a great option to save for retirement. However, there are a handful of common Roth IRA mistakes people make. One…
HOW TO CUT TAXES NOW AND IN THE FUTURE If you just wrote a big check to the IRS, you may be wondering how you can prepare now to cut your taxes next…
Turning 65 – A Retirement Checklist Are your turning 65 soon? Turning 65 is a major milestone and pivotal age for your retirement planning. Not only is this an important age for government…
How to protect your retirement from inflation It’s the ultimate battle of good vs evil. Retirement vs. Inflation. Inflation is the arch-enemy of your retirement savings and if you’re near retirement – or…
President Joe Biden hasn’t hidden his desire to raise taxes on corporations and the wealthy. It is his way to fund a multi-trillion infrastructure package and new social programs. Details are likely to change…
The Power of 1% How Small Changes Can Make Big Differences in your Retirement Plan We have all heard that something – something 1% more, or something-something 1% better every day will have…
Let’s talk about credit card rewards. But first, let’s talk about mindset. It takes a different mindset to make money verse saving money. Making money is all about adding value to others while saving…
United Airline Layoffs Economic downturns often hit the airline industry harder than most. Once again, the airline industry has been grounded by the pandemic and the corresponding economic conditions. As such, layoffs are…
United Airlines Employee Benefits: Retirement Health Account Working as a United Airline Employee has more benefits than just a 401(k) plan or free flights. United provides a Retirement Health Account that gives you…
Titling, wills and trusts A will helps determine what happens to your assets after you die. In fact, it may be one of the most important documents you have in your lifetime. However,…
Roth 401k or Traditional 401k? The 401k plan is the cornerstone to retirement. Gone are the days of big company and school district annual pensions and generous social security benefits. It’s now up…
MONEY SAVINGS SECRETS: AMAZON PRIME Do you love saving money? Do you love Amazon? If you are anything like 50% of the U.S. population, we are guessing you do! A recent statistic showed…
Whether it is hiring a financial advisor, picking a mutual fund, or refinancing your mortgage it is a good idea to ask a lot of questions when it comes to your money. However,…
10 Books for a Better Money Mindset The list of personal finance and investing books is pretty extensive. This is not that list. While those books can be helpful, many get very technical,…
Is Insurance an Investment? The simple answer is no. You don’t view car insurance as an investment, so why would life insurance be? If insurance is not an investment, why do we have…
4 Reasons to Hire a CFP ® Managing your finances can be difficult and time-consuming. However, finding someone to handle your finances can be just as challenging. Want a tip to make it…
IRA vs 401k: What’s the Difference: There are some common misconceptions about the difference between an IRA (Individual retirement account) and a 401k plan. While these two are very similar there are some…
HOW DO FINANCIAL ADVISORS GET PAID? Do you ever wonder how financial advisors get paid? If so you are not alone. It has been estimated that more than one in five people who…
The story behind the name. A BONFIRE IS A FIRE OF CELEBRATION. As I look back on my life some of the best memories and conversations have happened sitting around the fire. I have…
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