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Understand a Qualified Valuation as a Business Enhancement or Succession Planning Tool
$25.00Value-driven Businesses increase your options by systematizing the magic you’ve applied to creating success up to this point. They command stability for internal transitions, as well as the highest market value if you decide to sell. Simply recasting financials to find a new EBITDA and estimating a factor does not make a true valuation – even when combined with a calculation of fixed assets and goodwill. Misunderstanding enterprise value, a lifestyle business, and/or discrete and non-discrete intangible assets often cause businesses to lose value. Learn the anatomy and nuances of Assessments/Valuations, how to use them as a punch list, and how to transition from a Wisdom-driven Business to a Value-driven Business.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Melisa Silverman, JD, CEPA, CEVA, SBA, CMEA and Stephen Mancini, Esq.
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What’s Old is New Again – Insurance Planning Under the New Tax Law
$25.00Change creates opportunity. With increased exemptions, income tax planning is now the focus for many. Private placement products are gaining a much-needed foothold in the supplemental income market. Lower maximum tax rates for C corporations means utilizing “split-dollar” plans to gain an advantage when securing life and long-term care insurance. Learn what strategies may be the right move in today’s tax environment.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Trey Fairman, JD, LL.M.
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Benefits of Planning – Understanding the Options You’re Entitled To
$25.00Confronting the costs of long-term care is often the largest expense a couple will face. Families often believe that it is too late or early to plan – and they must bare these costs on their own. Though this may have been true 10 or 20 years ago, that is not the law now. Also, on September 18, 2018, the VA published new rules to qualify, including penalizations for any gift made in the past 36 months as well as investments towards annuities. We understand that families often feel overwhelmed and are relieved to find a path to working through it all.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Scott Stewart, Esq.
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9 Ways out of Highly Appreciated Property
$25.00The sale of real estate is often a very personal decision for families when balancing tax, cash-flow, asset protection, estate, and family concerns/opportunities. Likewise, real estate investors typically understand the rules and concerns surrounding: Swap till you drop 1031’s; Capital Gains and re-captured depreciation avoidance; Assets in ‘B’ and other irrevocable trusts; Assets in entities such as LLC’s and Corporations; and Assets in Family Limited Partnerships. However, these same investors may not be completely aware of the Eight Exit Strategies that may be more appropriate than traditional methods. Join Maureen and Joe for a dynamic discussion about how these strategies can help your real estate investor clients.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Maureen Verduyn, CFP, EA, M.Ed. and Joe Strazzeri, Esq.
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Tell Your Clients and Your Friends: What To Do, and What Not To Do, If You Are Pulled Over After You’ve Had a Cocktail
$25.00Driving is such an important part of our daily living that many people do not realize how much time they spend behind the wheel until their license is suspended or revoked. If someone is arrested for a DUI, they are faced with two DUI proceedings: a DMV procedural hearing and the criminal prosecution. Join Richard as he shares insights on the critical moments from when you see the red and blue lights in your rearview mirror through the possible following year of life turmoil.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Richard Katzman, Esq.
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Crucial Medicare Information for You and Your Client
$25.00Are your clients in a Medicare plan that provides the appropriate coverage at the lowest cost? Whether it is Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage, or a Medicare Supplement, finding the right plan now will help mitigate a future health care financial crisis. Join Jim and Monica to discuss:
- Reviewing enrollment periods;
- Identifying who is eligible;
- Describing the five things your client must know about Medicare;
- Learning how you can avoid excessive costs.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by James Fogelstrom and Monica Szakos Cramer
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Gala Individual Ticket
$250.00Please join us for a 70’s Attire Affair:
Circle of Friends Charity Gala
Thursday, February 21, 2019
San Diego Marriott – Del Mar
11966 El Camino Real
San Diego, CA 92130Cost: $250
5:30-6:30pm: COME AND GET YOUR LOVE Reception
6:30-8:30pm: ooo… BARRACUDA Dinner and Fund Raising
8:30 -11:00pm: BOOGIE WONDERLAND Live Music, Dancing, and Casino-Style Gaming
Proceeds to Benefit Rady Children’s Autism Discovery Institute
If you are registering for two, please add two products to your cart and add the guest name in the notes on the check out page.
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Gathering 2019 – Friday Only Registration
$260.00The Gathering 2019 – Estate Planning
Friday, February 22, 2019
Location: Marriott Del Mar
11966 El Camino Real
San Diego, CA 92121 -
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Gathering 2019 – Thursday Only Registration
$260.00The Gathering 2019 – Estate Planning
Thursday, February 21, 2019
Location: Marriott Del Mar
11966 El Camino Real
San Diego, CA 92121 -
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Gathering 2019 – 2-Day Registration
$420.00The Gathering 2019
Thursday, February 21 – Friday, February 22, 2019
Location: Marriott Del Mar
11966 El Camino Real
San Diego, CA 92121 -
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Income Protection Strategies for Your Clients
$25.00Many individuals are inundated with complex financial and life insurance jargon when it comes to wanting to know about preparing for the unexpected. This presentation will teach you in a simple way the basics of life insurance types that can help protect your client’s families by providing income continuation of main wage earner or to continue providing income to non-wage earner, all to alleviate concerns with: managing everyday expenses; paying off debts or mortgages; funding retirement goals; realizing educational goals; or purchasing services that can no longer be fulfilled within the household.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Zaira Espinoza, Financial Advisor and Janet Silva, Insurance Agent
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A Different Perspective for Women Towards Investing for Retirement
$25.00Many women may have 15 or more years before retirement. And because of that length of time, feel they have plenty of time before they need to begin thinking about their retirement, or setting some money aside for it. In addition, women encounter unique challenges that may interfere with their career. Consequently, they may end up with less workforce duration and fewer savings and lower social security savings. This presentation will give you insights as to how to help guide your female clients that may think about starting “tomorrow” with a different perspective and show you why guiding them to start today makes financial sense.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Monica Szakos Cramer, Vice President and Zaira Espinoza, Financial Advisor
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Caregiving Through the Holidays
$25.00The Holidays can be a stressful time of year for all of us, but it can be particularly stressful for those that are caring for a loved one with dementia or other disabilities. Join Martha as she shares ways your caregiver clients can prepare for the holidays as well as learn strategies to reduce stress related to holidays or special occasions, and to help make the holidays enjoyable for everyone.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Martha Ranon, Director of Government & Community Affairs, Southern Caregiver Resource Center
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Getting off the 1031 Exchange Train Without Having to Die – Nov
$25.00The sale of real estate is often a very personal decision for families when balancing tax, cash-flow, asset protection, estate, and family concerns/opportunities. Likewise, real estate investors typically understand the rules and concerns surrounding: Swap till you drop 1031’s; Capital Gains and re-captured depreciation avoidance; Assets in ‘B’ and other irrevocable trusts; Assets in entities such as LLC’s and Corporations; and Assets in Family Limited Partnerships. However, these same investors may not be completely aware of the Eight Exit Strategies that may be more appropriate than traditional methods. Join Maureen and Joe for a dynamic discussion about how these strategies can help your real estate investor clients.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Maureen Verduyn, CFP, EA, M.Ed. and Steve Mancini, Esq.
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Trustee Training: Rights and Responsibilities – Oct 11
$25.00A loved one has just passed away and now the successor trustee must serve as trustee of the living trust. Are they prepared to handle the myriad of questions regarding their rights and responsibilities, taxes, and investments in the different situations? Join Steve and Brooke for an overview of the legal and procedural requirements of trust administration to assist trustees and their advisors to properly discharge their duties and avoid personal liability while preserving the important family relationships. The discussion is also the perfect opportunity to review the terms of your trust for this inevitability.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Steve Mancini, Esq.
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The Four Questions Every Business Owner Should Clearly Know the Answers To
$25.00Driving income or driving value is the choice that every business owner intentionally or unintentionally makes – whether they plan on keeping and growing the business or transitioning it to their family or a third party. These four questions offer process and clarity: Where are you now? Where are you going? How will you get there? and What’s next? Join Melisa and Steve as they reveal examples of the realities, ins and outs, and radical results from these simple questions. Leave with a plan, process, and how to accomplish it.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Melisa Silverman, JD, CEPA, CEVA, SBA, CMEA and Steve Mancini, Esq.
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The Democratization of Real Estate – It’s Not Just for Institutional Investors Anymore
$25.00Real estate can be one of the most effective investment vehicles out there when it comes to generating recurring, passive tax-favored cash flow along with the potential upside when property values increase. The largest institutional real estate companies have traditionally been all but inaccessible to retail clients and until recently, other than through REITs, the average investor had little chance of participating in these large commercial opportunities. That is now changing – fast forward to today, sponsors and syndications have changed dramatically. Join Maureen and John to understand how advisors can provide the same quality real estate investments to their retail clients that were previously accessible to only pensions and endowments.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Maureen Verduyn, CFP, EA, M.Ed. and John Grady, SVP, Cantor Fitzgerald
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Trustee Training: Rights and Responsibilities – Sept 6
$25.00A loved one has just passed away and now the successor trustee must serve as trustee of the living trust. Are they prepared to handle the myriad of questions regarding their rights and responsibilities, taxes, and investments in the different situations? Join Steve and Brooke for an overview of the legal and procedural requirements of trust administration to assist trustees and their advisors to properly discharge their duties and avoid personal liability while preserving the important family relationships. The discussion is also the perfect opportunity to review the terms of your trust for this inevitability.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Steve Mancini, Esq. and Brooke Jensen, Esq.
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Congratulations! You’re 65 – Now What? Medicare Secrets Your Clients Need to Know in Time for Open Enrollment and Other Caregiver Economics
$25.00The Medicare-eligible population is expanding exponentially as baby boomers age into the program at a rate of 11,000 every day. Some will need acute care (short-term), others will need long-term care, and many will need both. Diane will share the A, B, C’s and D’s of Medicare, eligibility criteria, timelines associated with enrolling to avoid financial penalties and the differences between Medicare Supplement and Medicare Advantage plans. Leave prepared for the upcoming Open Enrollment Period and the changes coming in 2019. Alexis will review options on how to pay for care not covered by Medicare, and more importantly, how you can help your clients protect their estate, themselves, their loved ones, and their family relationships.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Diane Gaswirth and Alexis Bastedo, Esq.
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Help Your Clients Protect Their Business From the Unexpected
$25.00Whether your clients have a large company or a small family-operated business, the profitability of any business is contingent upon intelligent strategy and planning. Protect your book of business by helping your clients maintain a successful and strong business. Understand about strategies to help ensure that all the efforts and money invested in a business will not disappear when the unexpected happens. Through these strategies you and your clients can be protected from:
• Unintended or unwelcome transfers of ownership;
• Heirs being stuck with an inheritance they cannot use;
• Unsecure funding of the transfer of ownership of the business; and
• Potentially lengthy probate cases and lawsuits involving the business.(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Steve Mancini, Esq. and Brooke Jensen, Esq.
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Trustee Training: Rights and Responsibilities – August
$25.00A loved one has just passed away and now the successor trustee must serve as trustee of the living trust. Are they prepared to handle the myriad of questions regarding their rights and responsibilities, taxes, and investments in the different situations? Join Steve and Brooke for an overview of the legal and procedural requirements of trust administration to assist trustees and their advisors to properly discharge their duties and avoid personal liability while preserving the important family relationships. The discussion is also the perfect opportunity to review the terms of your trust for this inevitability.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Steve Mancini, Esq. and Brooke Jensen, Esq.
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The Five Stages of Business – Resulting in Business Success, Stability, and/or Transition
$25.00A certified valuation uses more than just EBIDTA and a multiple to derive value. For most businesses moving though the five stages of business is the greatest factor for increasing enterprise value and stability. The evolution of who is responsible for separate core functions, decreasing risk, increasing standardization of processes, and reporting is key. Melisa and Shelley will review EBIDTA/multiple/valuation and then share a method to facilitate team alignment and empowerment, refine the directions of the company, and lay the foundation to create efficient, targeted implementation plans for the business that increase the value and stability.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Joe Strazzeri, Esq. and Shelley Lightfoot, Executive Director
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“Simply” Built to Partner – Partnering with Fiduciaries to Provide Policy Analytics
$25.00Today’s financial landscape is more and more litigious. By partnering with estate attorneys and trust fiduciaries, we can not only change how life insurance is delivered but also help protect the fiduciary in the process. Life Insurance policies are an asset, but are not treated as such, until something goes wrong. The use of policy analytics provides answers before litigation rears its’ ugly head. Learn how to use social media to attract this burgeoning market.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Barry Waxler and Marc Schwartz
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Caregiver Economics – How to Protect Yourself as Well as Your Loved Ones
$25.00Estate planning used to just be about the avoidance of probate and estate taxes. Now, though these are important topics, estate planning and trusts need to address the inevitable need for long-term care and possible mental disability/dementia. Additionally, personal wealth can be wiped out upon the disability of either of the spouses if the trust and other assets are not properly planned for. Join Scott and Alexis as they review your options on how to pay for care, and more importantly, how to protect your estate, yourself, your loved ones, and your family relationships.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Scott Stewart, Esq. and Alexis Bastedo, Esq.
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Get More and Better Clients From Professionals and Clients
$25.00Generate consistent referrals by developing a “Stewardship” mindset and crafting your own compelling message, partnering programs, and signature events that attract and engage wealthy clients and the advisors they work with. Learn how to “vet” the best referral sources, rather than manage too many relationships – and continue to build rapport through giving value and staying “top of mind and market.” Shelley will also share The Overlooked Ingredient – how to say “thank you” in the most sincere and compelling way.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Shelley Lightfoot, Executive Director and Nathalie Fairfax, Professional Problem Solver
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Getting Your Legal Affairs in Order in a Changed World – Pitfalls and Options
$25.00Effective planning is as much or more about preserving family relationships as it is about preserving family assets. Most estate plans will fail to preserve the family relationships and will also fail to take advantage of the changes in the law. Join us to review: protections and control for the surviving spouse; today’s disability planning pitfalls and options; as well as your trustee’s rights, responsibilities, and liabilities. Estate planning and settlement isn’t about a rote distribution of assets. It’s about caring for and supporting the relationships embedded in the plan.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Scott Stewart, Esq. and Brooke Jensen, Esq.
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Mastering the 1031 Exchange Process and Gaining Technical Fluency Through Case Studies
$25.00Real Estate investing has been a fundamental driver of wealth building in America. The powerful attributes rely on multiple tax advantaged provisions in the tax code. Come gain important knowledge in 1031 exchange services and strategies from two of the most experienced professionals in the field. This knowledge can drive opportunities for your clients who own appreciated Real Estate and are looking for diversification and fresh estate planning ideas. Realtors, CPAs and estate planning attorneys are encouraged to attend.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, a PDF copy of the presentation, and two handouts referenced in the presentation.)
Presented by William Exeter, President and CEO, and Charles Jensen, SVP: Moderated by Kevin Hughes, CFP
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Long Term Care Options – What Families Need to Know Before the Crisis
$25.00Learn about the LTC options available and the costs associated. Join long-time San Diego experts, Amy and Amy to find answers to help your clients with questions such as: What does Medicare pay for?; What are the different housing options here in San Diego?; What are the different levels of care and how do I choose? How much does it cost?
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Amy Abrams, Alzheimer’s San Diego and Amy Burfitt, Livhome
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California Forum 2018 – Today’s Solution for Family Businesses
$149.00Early Bird Pricing of $119.00 Expires on May 25th MAY 31st!
Thursday, June 21, 2018
Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa
9700 N Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla, CA 92037The Southern California Institute’s semi-annual California Forum is partnering with the San Diego Business Journal to provide business and wealth advisors with the current tools and resources to help Family Businesses navigate the tributaries and ramifications of their potential choices.
This program will focus on what’s old, what’s new, what’s working, and what’s not in regard to topics such as: the stages of business, family dynamics, exit options, insurance, legal, and tax strategies.
For more details, visit www.caforum2018.com
**Advisors attending this program will have the opportunity to partner with SCI and SBDJ for an Owner’s Awards event in October.**
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LA Exit Planning Institute (EPI) – Business Owner’s Forum 2018
$99.00The Los Angeles Chapter of the Exit Planning Institute (EPI) is hosting the Business Owner’s Forum 2018.
Click Here for more details, list of topics, and presenters.
Hosted by the Greater Los Angeles Exit Planning Institute and the City of Commerce. Contact Melisa Silverman at (818) 758-8457.
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Family Businesses: Options for Growth, Succession, and Exit
$25.00Business owners often face the question of what’s next – the decision between keeping and growing the business or transitioning it. Growing the business has its associated short-term rewards and long-term risks. Transitioning the business has the complication of whether it is in whole or in part; internally to the family or team; or selling to the nebulous third party. Business owners often have the feeling that the advice they are receiving is prematurely narrowed. This session will identify and discuss the pros and cons of the myriad of potential strategies as well as the improvements you should start making now to increase the value of the business. Learn how to navigate the tributaries and ramifications of your potential choices.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Melisa Silverman, JD, CEPA, CEVA, SBA, CMEA and Jeffrey Kates, MBA, CEPA
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Alternative Insurance Trends – What You Can’t Afford to Lose
$25.00Review the newest insurance products that can protect you and your family’s future. Topics include personal and professional cyber threats, terrorism, and how to personally protect yourself if you sit on multiple boards of directors. This discussion will address the fine line between professional and personal coverage needs.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Mindy Cagan-Joslin
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VA Aid and Attendance – Who, What, When, and How
$25.00It’s easy to feel lost among all the government issued programs and benefits out there. In this presentation, Alexis will help you navigate the programs designed to help veterans, and their spouses, pay for care. We’ll take an even closer look into the VA’s Aid & Attendance program – which provides tax-free income and free medications to qualifying veterans. You’ll learn all the aspects of this program, including who qualifies and what it takes to qualify. This presentation is not only for veterans, but also for anyone who works with and/or helps a veteran, or simply wants to learn more..
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Alexis Bastedo, Esq.
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EPI Webinar – Standalone Practice Launch
$0.00The EPI community is home to advisors from across the industry, with different entering disciplines and varied goals for how they will integrate exit planning services into what they do. For many, they tack on exit planning services to their existing firm and product. For some, they take the plunge and create standalone firms fully dedicated to provide exit planning and value growth services as their exclusive offering.
This is no small feat. It demands a high level of entrepreneurship, leadership, and organization. This month, we are thrilled to have a successful expert who accomplished just that. And, this session will give you the insights you seek and an open-mic opportunity to ask your questions, share your knowledge, and develop best practices.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording of the presentation.)
Presented by Steven Mancini, Esq. and Shelley Lightfoot, Executive Director
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Life Insurance Policy Audits – Are you Liable?
$25.00Fiduciary level audits of life insurance policies are becoming a necessity, especially for trust owned life insurance. While there are a variety of services available to “audit” insurance policies, most are predatory sales gimmicks that violate the fiduciary requirement. Learn how to distinguish a predatory “audit” from a truly professional and non-biased product. Gain a better understanding of the suitability process, the product selection process, and the importance of the advisor and client interface. Find out how utilizing a certified audit process adds value to your practice, helps recruit and retain clients, and shield you from liability.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Barry Waxler
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Why Most Estate Plans Fail – When the Diagnosis is Dementia
$25.00Wills, trusts, and other estate planning documents have been traditionally drafted to solve for the moments before death and the years after death. These documents address the proverbial end as if it’s a light switch. Learn how your planning and documents can address the full spectrum of planning – everything that may happen between now and then in the areas of control, health, safety, finances, and estate preservation.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Scott Stewart, Esq. and Steve Mancini, Esq.
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Honoring Life, Offering Hope. Music Therapy, Hospice, and Palliative Care – April – 2018
$25.00Seasons Hospice will provide a presentation on the many services available in end of life care, including Music Therapy. These services are usually available much earlier than most patients and families realize. The common misconception is that hospice comes in during the last weeks or days, when in fact the support is usually available much sooner and provides 24/7 response and interdisciplinary support. Music Therapy is a clinical discipline used in hospice that in addition to lovely music, provides interventions for pain management, respiratory distress, emotional and spiritual support.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Michelle Tiernan, Community Educator and Aida Sanchez, Music Therapist
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Family Businesses: Attractiveness, Readiness, and Valuation – Factors that Business Owners Often Don’t Know
$25.00Simply recasting financials to find a new EBITDA and estimating a factor does not make a true valuation – even when combined with a calculation of fixed assets and goodwill. Misunderstanding enterprise value, a lifestyle business, and/or discrete and non-discrete intangible assets often cause businesses to lose value. Learn the nuances of Assessments/Valuations and how to transition from a Wisdom-driven Business to a Value-driven Business. Value-driven Businesses increase your options by systematizing the magic you’ve applied to creating success up to this point. They command stability for internal transitions, as well as the highest market value if you decide to sell.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Melisa Silverman, JD, CEPA, CEVA, SBA, CMEA and Jeffrey Kates
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The Elephant in the Room: The Retirement Challenge No One Else Talks About
$25.00No one can predict how long their retirement might last, or what financial hiccups they may encounter along the way, but the more a retirement plan addresses common risks such as the need for long-term care, the better the chances are that a retirement plan will be successful.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Trey Fairman, JD, LL.M. and Cindy Eisenhower
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The Gathering 2018 – The Complete Package
$300.00Our 14th annual Gathering is two days of shared insights, education, and collegiality. The Gathering is an annual event for all advisors in Estate, Business, and Wealth Strategies Planning. As we gather and work together we can, through collegiality and collaboration, provide the leadership our clients are seeking to offer clarity and direction for their planning needs.
The presenters are each experts in their field who enjoy sharing and who give of themselves and their time. Their unique skills, wisdom, and judgement are truly invaluable. With our Thought Leader Community as your resource, you don’t have to master the answer to every client quandary. Instead you become courageously armed with the right questions and resources. This We-driven mindset is transformational for you, your practice, and your clients.
(Purchase of this product will include Video recordings, Audio recordings, and PDF copies of the Presentations.)
Click here to see the Gathering Agenda with the list of the presentations and presenters.
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The Gathering 2018 – Providing Wisdom, Leadership, and Planning in Tumultuous Times
$25.00What a year it’s been since we were last together at the 2017 Laureate Gathering! Our 14th annual Current Developments Session will dig into to the planning opportunities and pitfalls created by the newly minted Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. We’ll focus on the most practical and relevant topics of conversation and planning opportunities for financial advisors, attorneys, CPAs, philanthropic advisors, trust officers and insurance professions to share with clients and prospective clients. Finally, we’ll examine how true collaboration among a team of advisors is even more important in the 2018 maelstrom to help our clients discover and implement a critical path to their Enlightened Dreams ™
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the Presentation.)
Presented by David K. Cahoone, Esq.
Click here to see the Gathering Agenda with the list of the presentations and presenters.
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The Gathering 2018 – Family Businesses: Attractiveness, Readiness, and Valuation – Factors that Business Owners Often Don’t Know
$25.00Simply recasting financials to find a new EBITDA and estimating a factor does not make a true valuation – even when combined with a calculation of fixed assets and goodwill. Misunderstanding enterprise value, a lifestyle business, and/or discrete and non-discrete intangible assets often cause businesses to lose value. Learn the nuances of Assessments/Valuations and how to transition from a Wisdom-driven Business to a Value-driven Business. Value-driven Businesses increase your options by systematizing the magic you’ve applied to creating success up to this point. They command stability for internal transitions, as well as the highest market value if you decide to sell.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the Presentation.)
Presented by Melisa Silverman, JD, CEPA, CEVA, SBA, CMEA and Steve Mancini, Esq.
Click here to see the Gathering Agenda with the list of the presentations and presenters.
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The Gathering 2018 – Medi-Cal and Medicare: Who, When, How – and What’s Next?
$25.00Scott and Diane will lead a frank and open discussion designed to help you understand the differences and advantages associated with both government benefit programs (as well as the potential effects on both due to government deficits). Confronting the costs of either acute or long-term care or both is often the largest expense a couple will face. Families often believe that it is too late or early to plan – and they must bare these costs on their own. Though this may have been true 10 or 20 years ago, that is not the law now. We know that families often feel overwhelmed and are relieved to find a path to working through it all. Understand how to help your clients plan through case study examples.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the Presentation.)
Presented by Diane Gaswirth and Scott Stewart, Esq.
Click here to see the Gathering Agenda with the list of the presentations and presenters.
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The Gathering 2018 – Nevada Trusts in 2018: The NOST, NING, IGIT, & BDIT
$25.00Jeff and Rebecca will discuss the advisability, applicability and benefits of creating Nevada Trusts for asset protection, estate tax minimization, and state income tax avoidance. The discussion will include the use of Nevada Domestic Asset Protection Trusts (also known as Nevada On Shore Trusts or “NOSTs”), Nevada Incomplete Gift Non-Grantor Trusts (“NINGS”), Intentionally Defective Grantor Irrevocable Trusts (“IDGTs” or “IGITs”), and Beneficiary Defective Irrevocable Trusts (“BDITs”). In addition, there will be a discussion regarding the California Uniform Voidable Transactions Act (“UVTA”) and its potential impact on Nevada Trusts for California residents.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the Presentation.)
Presented by Jeffrey Burr, Esq. and Rebecca Haines, Esq.
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The Gathering 2018 – Lunch Presentation: The Southern California Institute at a Glance
$25.00Shelley, Joe, and David will share with you an overview of who the Southern California Institute is and how it helps others advisors. They will describe variety of programs hosted by SCI which occur on a weekly, monthly and annuual basis, such as The Gathering. Joe and David will highlight The Laureate Program and how it can help you grow your practice and work with higher net worth Clients, and the Advisors they work with. ning is the same and where the pitfalls and nuances of opportunities exist for us to help these sometimes complicated clients.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the Presentation.)
Presented by Shelley Lightfoot, Joseph Strazzeri, Esq., and David K. Cahoone, Esq.
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The Gathering 2018 – Immigration for Business Owners, Real Estate Owners, and Family Members
$25.00Yes, there are special rules for non-US citizens. Join Ryan and Kimberley as they uncover where planning is the same and where the pitfalls and nuances of opportunities exist for us to help these sometimes complicated clients.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the Presentation.)
Presented by Ryan Alexeev, Esq. and Kimberley Best Robidoux, Esq.
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Click here to see the Gathering Agenda with the list of the presentations and presenters.
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The Gathering 2018 – Advantages of Working with a Community Foundation – Business, Real Estate, and Estate Succession Planning
$25.00In this deep dive presentation, Baruch and Ellen will focus on the value add that charitable planning provides and ways to incorporate these techniques into your exit planning practice for the benefit of your clients. Understand the three key planning areas of: technical/document strategies; advantages of using stock or partnership interests when exiting or refinancing, and the benefit of legacy. Learn how charitable planning may help a business owner have a better, more satisfying life, and a better relationship with their family.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the Presentation.)
Presented by Baruch Littman and Ellen Rosen, Esq.
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The Gathering 2018 – How an Entrepreneur Invests After the Liquidation Event – Pitfalls, Options, and Keeping the Client
$25.00Diversification to Help Reduce Volatility
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the Presentation.)
Presented by Private Bankers Brad Myslinski, Scott Keifer, and Dean Thompson
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The Gathering 2018 – Marital Deduction Planning in the Current Tax Environment
$25.00Spend a couple of hours with Lew Dymond discussing reflections, considerations, musings, and cogitations on Marital Deduction Planning in light of portability and high applicable exclusion amount.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the Presentation.)
Presented by Lew Dymond, Esq.
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The Gathering 2018 – Understanding Elder Financial Abuse – Helping Families
$25.00This age-old problem has become an epidemic. Learn how to spot the signs and what to do from that point on. Also, learn how to avoid the problem all together by including quality professionals from the beginning. Avoid personal liability to the caregiver, financial advisors, and other advisors to the family.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the Presentation.)
Presented by Paul Greenwood, Deputy District Attorney and Steve Barlam, Chief Professional Officer
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The Gathering 2018 – Taxes, Control, and Cash Flow: Personal Planning Before, During, and After the Sale of a Business
$25.00What are the Primary Techniques of Business Succession?
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Presented by Peter Myers, Esq. and Sean Kenney, Esq.
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The Gathering 2018 – Give Your Clients “Command” of the Fiduciary Role with their own Private Trust Company
$25.00What is a Private Trust Company? How does it work? Planning Considerations: The Entole Solution: Governance, Processes, Legal Structures, and Technology
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the Presentation.)
Presented by Matthew Grupp, Esq. and Christian Grupp
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The Gathering 2018 – Lunch Presentation: Care To Know
$0.00Joe will discuss why it is important as Advisor that we Care To Know… what drives our clients, what concerns our clients, and what we can do to help. He will discuss the importance of being well connected in the community to “know the right person” to help our clients because we can not be the expert in everything.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording and an Audio recording of the Presentation.)
Presented by Joseph Strazzeri, Esq.
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Click here to see the Gathering Agenda with the list of the presentations and presenters.
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The Gathering 2018 – Exit Planning from an Income Tax Perspective – Getting Your Bigger Bucket
$25.00Keith and Mike will share their years of experience and insight for building company value and the importance of transaction readiness. Learn ways to help your clients improve their business process accounting systems; retain and reward key personnel; analyze after tax cash flow; structure the transaction; find the right buyer; and understand their tax structuring options upon sale.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the Presentation.)
Ppresented by Keith Troutman, CPA, Michael Shafer, CPA, and Joshua Siegel, CPA, JD, LL.M.
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The Gathering 2018 – Modern Uses for Life Insurance and Long-Term Care: Protecting Your Future Relationships
$25.00Ok, its back to the future time. Considering the large number of family owned businesses, new tax laws, and possible transitions – practitioners need to understand the uses, benefits, liabilities, and dangers of life insurance, long-term care, and retirement distribution planning. Join experts Trey and Cindy as they de-mystify and explain these potential complications.
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Presented by Trey Fairman, JD, LL.M. and Cindy Eisenhower
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The Gathering 2018 – How to be a Business Influencer – Your Pathway to Motivation
$25.00Whether you work for an organization or you’re building one, being a business influencer is critical to developing new business. As you seek for you or your brand to be known, there is a lot of noise that can get in the way to the ideal target clients actually finding you in their search. With a plan and a few key steps, we show you how to get started. Join this active workshop where we show you how to jump in, have fun and get started to become an influencer in your professional world.
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Presented by Dean DeLisle and Shelley Lightfoot
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The Gathering 2018 – Private Fiduciaries and Trust Companies – What to Consider from a Client’s Point of View as well as the Advisor’s
$25.00What are the consideration, advantages, and risks when helping your clients choose between a private fiduciary or a trust company to help administer their estate? Ann and Lauren will discuss the regulations governing each of the two choices and how the roles complement each other, as well as some differences that may cause a choice in one direction or the other. Likewise, are there instances in which professional trustees and private fiduciaries should consider combining forces to carry out the best interest standard and what logistics, documents and/or drafting language would allow them to do so?
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Presented by Anne Rosevear, Esq. and Lauren Derstine Humphrey, JD
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Getting Your Legal Affairs in Order in a Changed World – Pitfalls and Options
$25.00Effective planning is as much or more about preserving family relationships as it is about preserving family assets. Most estate plans will fail to preserve the family relationships and will also fail to take advantage of the changes in the law. Join us to review: protections and control for the surviving spouse; today’s disability planning pitfalls and options; as well as your trustee’s rights, responsibilities, and liabilities. Estate planning and settlement isn’t about a rote distribution of assets. It’s about caring for and supporting the relationships embedded in the plan.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Scott Stewart, Esq. and Brooke Jensen, Esq.
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Immigration for Business Owners, Real Estate Owners, and Family Members
$25.00Yes, there are special rules for non-US citizens. Join Ryan and Kimberley as they uncover where planning is the same and where the pitfalls and nuances of opportunities exist for us to help these sometimes-complicated clients.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Ryan Alexeev, Esq. and Kimberley Best Robidoux, Esq.
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Prefunding Your Final Expense Planning
$25.00Did you know millions of consumers are retiring early? Compared to previous generations, most are retiring without pensions and group benefits, including no life insurance. Upon retirement, most are shocked to learn their group life insurance coverage has ended. Join Monica and Janet to learn how setting up a Prepaid Funeral Expense Trust affords your clients benefits such as: income tax free funds, exemption from probate, immediate availability, safety from creditors, and more!
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Presented by Monica Szakos Cramer, Financial Advisor and Janet Silva, Insurance Agent
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The Gathering 2018
$420.00The Gathering
Networking, Learning, and Advice
The Gathering 2018
Thursday, February 22nd and Friday, February 23rd
The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
91011966 El Camino Real
San Diego, CA 92101Visit www.Gathering2018.com for details and updates.
Holiday Special – BOGOHO Ho ho ho!
Buy One Get One Half Off
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Please join us for our 14th annual Gathering for two days of shared insights, education, and collegiality. The Gathering is an
annual event for all advisors in Estate, Business, and Wealth Strategies Planning. As we gather and work together we can,
through collegiality and collaboration, provide the leadership our clients are seeking to offer clarity and direction for their
planning needs.The presenters are each experts in their field who enjoy sharing and who give of themselves and their time. Their unique skills, wisdom, and judgement are truly invaluable. With our Thought Leader Community as your resource, you don’t have to master the answer to every client quandary. Instead you become courageously armed with the right questions and resources. This We-driven mindset is transformational for you, your practice, and your clients.
Participation Fee:
The Gathering – $420
Please note: We have gone digital! Materials will be provided electronically.Continuing Education Credits:
CFP & CA Insurance – credits applied for
CPA & MCLE (approved provider #11857) – credits offeredProgram Location and Accommodations:
The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
910 Broadway Circle
San Diego, CA 92101Use this link to receive the Special Room Rate of $209.
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Family Businesses: Where Are you Going and How Will You Get There?
$25.00One of the most common reasons business transitions derail is what we call Expectation Gaps. These are blind spots and pot holes that, once revealed, prevent a business owner from confidently executing their plan. Learn how to create team alignment and identify/prioritize Enhancement Initiatives in The Eight Critical Areas of: risk mitigation, finance, operations, sales and marketing, human resources, and crisis management. Discover a systematic process to address targeted improvements that directly increase value, improve workplace dynamics and drive cash flow.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Melisa Silverman, JD, CEPA, CEVAQ, SBA, CMEA and Jeffrey Kates
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3 Lies and 8 Mistakes of Medi-Cal and Elder Law Planning
$0.00Confronting the costs of long-term care is often the largest expense a couple will face. Families often believe that it is too late or early to plan – and they must bare these costs on their own. Though this may have been true 10 or 20 years ago, that is not the law now. We know that families often feel overwhelmed and are relieved to find a path to working through it all. Learn how to overcome these 3 lies and 8 mistakes as well as understanding your current options.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Martha Rańōn, Southern Caregiver Resource Center and Scott Stewart, Esq.
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Exit Planning from an Income Tax Perspective – Getting Your Bigger Bucket
$25.00Keith and Mike will share their years of experience and insight for building company value and the importance of transaction readiness. Learn ways to help your clients improve their business process accounting systems; retain and reward key personnel; analyze after tax cash flow; structure the transaction; find the right buyer; and understand their tax structuring options upon sale.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Michael Shafer, CPA and Keith Troutman, CPA
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Asset Protection: Castles, Moats, and Alligators
$25.00This informative technical session will address planning techniques for taking chips off the table sooner, rather than later. The session also will cover different asset protection planning levels, ranging from domestic to offshore planning.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Greg Banner, CFP®, CLU®, CRTP and Alex Matuk, Esq.
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Advisor in Wealth Strategies Program Deposit – May 2018
$450.00Place Your $450 Deposit – Reserve Your Seat for our
Advisor in Wealth Strategies (AWS) May 2018
Increase Your Technical Knowledge
The AWS is a 5-day certification program intended for successful professionals that are wondering “what’s next?” In a high-paced, interactive model, wealth advisors from all disciplines collaboratively learn:
- The difference and intricacies between wealth strategies advice and engagement;
- Product and strategy marketing;
- Practice management processes; and
- Technical knowledge.
AWS serves as a pre-requisite for the LWS Program.
$4,500 Participation Fee
Program Dates: Tuesday, May 1 – Saturday, May 5, 2018
Application completion is required before attending first session.
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Advisor in Wealth Strategies Advisor Program May 2018
$4,500.00Increase Your Technical Knowledge
The AWS is a 5-day certification program intended for successful professionals that are wondering “what’s next?” In a high-paced, interactive model, wealth advisors from all disciplines collaboratively learn:
- The difference and intricacies between wealth strategies advice and engagement;
- Product and strategy marketing;
- Practice management processes; and
- Technical knowledge.
AWS serves as a pre-requisite for the LWS Program.
$4,500 Participation Fee
Program Dates: Tuesday, May 1 – Saturday, May 5, 2018
Application completion is required before attending first session. Application will be provided via email when purchase is made.
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Laureate in Wealth Strategies (LWS) Program Deposit – May 2018
$450.00Place Your $450 Deposit – Reserve Your Seat for our
Laureate in Wealth Strategies (LWS) May 2018
(Participants must have completed the pre-requisite Certified Wealth Strategies Advisor program before enrolling in this course.)
Improve Your Quiet Confidence
The LWS Program is a 5-day certification program for CSWA graduates seeking to attract, engage, and work with high-net worth families, business owners, and the other professional advisors they work with. In this collaborative model, Laureates learn:
- wealth strategies client partnering; benefit and process marketing;
- advanced case management – process and protocols; and
- integrated wealth strategies case studies in review, design, implementation, and maintenance labs.
$4,500 Participation Fee
Program Dates: Tuesday, May 1 – Saturday, May 5, 2018
Participants must have completed the pre-requisite Certified Wealth Strategies Advisor program before enrolling in this course.
Enrollment in this program also entitles you to attend the Gathering 2018. Upon completion of this purchase, you will receive an email with instructions.
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Laureate in Wealth Strategies (LWS) Program – May 2018
$4,500.00Improve Your Quiet Confidence
The LWS Program is a 5-day certification program for CSWA graduates seeking to attract, engage, and work with high-net worth families, business owners, and the other professional advisors they work with. In this collaborative model, Laureates learn:
- wealth strategies client partnering; benefit and process marketing;
- advanced case management – process and protocols; and
- integrated wealth strategies case studies in review, design, implementation, and maintenance labs.
$4,500 Participation Fee
Program Dates: Tuesday, May 1 – Saturday, May 5, 2018
Participants must have completed the pre-requisite Advisor in Wealth Strategies program before enrolling in this course.
Enrollment in this program also entitles you to attend the Gathering 2018. Upon completion of this purchase, you will receive an email with instructions.
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VA Aid and Attendance – Who, What, When, and How
$25.00It’s easy to feel lost among all the government issued programs and benefits out there. In this presentation, Scott will help you navigate the programs designed to help veterans, and their spouses, pay for care. We’ll take an even closer look into the VA’s Aid & Attendance program – which provides tax-free income and free medications to qualifying veterans. You’ll learn all the aspects of this program, including who qualifies and what it takes to qualify. This presentation is not only for veterans, but also for anyone who works with and/or helps a veteran, or simply wants to learn more..
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Scott Stewart, Esq.
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Financial and Estate Strategies for the Large IRA
$25.00Do you know what kills more large IRA accounts than anything else? Admiration! – Admiration kills large IRA accounts because the owner, and even the financial advisor who helped them grow the account, fail to plan for the ultimate income tax and potential estate taxes due on the balance. Instead, they get caught up in growing the account to the largest possible balance, admiring each statement and deriving great satisfaction from their savings and investment success. Come and learn how to leverage an IRA into a legacy asset that supports not only the owner and their spouse, but also several generations of beneficiaries.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by John Jenkins AEP, EA, CFP® and, Monica Szakos Cramer, Financial Advisor
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Engaging Closely Held Businesses – Value Creation and Transitions
$0.00Often, many of the business transition conversations business owners have already had have not addressed the design of the transition itself. The topic has been overly generalized and prematurely narrowed: keep versus sell. Help your business owner clients navigate the tributaries and ramifications of their potential choices and figure out what they want. Learn how to implement a process that leads business owners through all phases of transition, from their current Wisdom-driven Business to a Value-driven Business. The resulting increased clarity for the owner and market value of the business expands options and solidifies choices for eventual transition: if, when, how and how much.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Melisa Silverman, JD, CEPA, CVA, SBA, CMEA, and Joe Strazzeri, Esq.
*PLEASE NOTE: The Audio and Video for this product is being prepared for delivery. You can Order this item now and product access will be automatically be sent to your email when the Audio and Video files are ready for distribution.
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P&C Contracts – Have You Read the Fine Print?
$25.00Most people do not consider the importance of truly understanding your property and casualty insurance coverage. When it comes to protecting your client’s assets and providing a comprehensive financial plan, it is absolutely imperative to have a conversation about things like home extended liability, landlord liability, identity theft, water damage, and umbrella policies. Join Lauren and Mark as they share some simple tricks of the trade that can help you be the hero for your clients. Find out what that humongous contract we all sign really says (or doesn’t say).
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Lauren Bottger
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The 4 Essential Elements Your Future Practice Needs to Survive and Excel
$0.00Join us for this complimentary 30 minute webinar “The 4 Essential Elements Your Future Practice Needs to Survive and Excel” – where you will learn how you can immediately implement three elements into your practice to generate and sustain more revenue.
Learn What You Can Immediately Implement into Your Practice to Help Clients and Generate Revenue
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, a PDF copy of the presentation, and associated documents.)
Presented David K. Cahoone, Joe Strazzeri, Steve Mancini and Shelley Lightfoot
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Choosing a Care Setting for a Loved One with Dementia
$25.00When a family member is diagnosed with Dementia, the choices for providing care can be overwhelming if they are still living at home – or when living at home is no longer an option. Join Lisa and Scott as they survey the various types and levels of care, what they include, when each are appropriate, and how to find/obtain them. Learn how you can be a resource for your clients while navigating the difficult decisions about Adult Day Care Centers, In-home Care, Residential Care, Respite Care, and Hospice Care.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Lisa Tyburski and Scott Tarde, Glenner Center
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Trustee Training: Rights and Responsibilities
$25.00A client or a client’s family member has just passed away and now the successor trustee must serve as trustee of the living trust. Are you prepared to handle the myriad of questions that successor trustees will have regarding their rights and responsibilities? Are you aware that tax and investment advice may be different in these situations? To help avoid personal liability, a trustee must seek professional financial, accounting and legal advice. This course is an overview of the legal and procedural requirements of trust administration to assist trustees and their advisors to properly discharge their duties. It addresses the need for legal, tax, accounting, and complete investment planning in trust administration.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Stephen Mancini, Esq. and Brooke Jensen, Esq.
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Honoring Life; Offering Hope, Music
$25.00Seasons Hospice will provide a presentation on the many services available in end of life care, including Music Therapy. These services are usually available much earlier than most patients and families realize. The common misconception is that hospice comes in during the last weeks or days, when in fact the support is usually available much sooner and provides 24/7 response and interdisciplinary support. Music Therapy is a clinical discipline used in hospice that in addition to lovely music, provides interventions for pain management, respiratory distress, emotional and spiritual support.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Michelle Tiernan, Community Educator and Christine Gallagher, Music Therapist
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Asset Protection of the Business Owner
$25.00This informative technical session will address planning techniques for taking chips off the table sooner, rather than later. The session will also cover different asset protection planning levels, ranging from domestic to offshore planning.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Stephanie Downer, Esq. and Alejandro Matuk, Esq.
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Facilitating Valuations and Assessments
$25.00Where are you now? Evaluate the Current State of the business using a true valuations process conducted by credentialed professionals. This offers the business owner a realistic picture of their company’s value from a buyer’s perspective – including assessments in two distinct areas: attractiveness and readiness. Help your business owners become poised to transition from a Wisdom-driven Business to a Value-driven Business.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Melisa Silverman, JD, CEPA, CVA, SBA, CMEA and Shelley Lightfoot, Executive Director
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Crisis Planning – What to do when the Worst Case Scenario Happens
$25.00Surprisingly, there are still options available to help even in the midst of a healthcare crisis. Join Scott and Alexis as they review and compare the timing and applicability of Medicare, Medi-cal, VA Aid and Attendance, Long-term Care and/or Life Insurance – as well as the pros and cons of asset liquidation. Consider the future ramifications of current decisions regarding incapacity, dealing with beneficiaries, and disputes among siblings.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Scott Stewart., Esq. and Alexis Bastedo, Esq.
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LinkedIn New Business Class – How to Generate Referrals in Less Than 5 Minutes
$25.00In today’s busy world of Social Selling, you need to make the most of the time you have online. Dean and Shelley will guide you through some amazing time-saving power moves. Learn a proven outcome-based system that allows you to dramatically increase referrals in less time. In fact, once you start the process you will literally get referrals while you sleep! Dean and Shelley will cover specific techniques to immediately use after leaving the class:
• Find business owners in your target market
• Attract new referrals from your network
• Learn how to be effective in just a few minutes online(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Dean DeLisle, Forward Progress and Shelley Lightfoot, Executive Director
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The Bucket Plan – Segmenting Your Money Based on Purpose and Time Horizon
$25.00The two biggest risks to a systematic withdrawal plan are inflation, and something known as “sequence-of-returns risk”. Sequence-of-returns risk is the risk of receiving lower or negative returns early in a period when withdrawals are made from an individual’s underlying investments. The order or sequence of investment returns is a primary concern for retirees who are living off the income and capital of their investments.
Another misconception we see is people think that legacy planning is “just for the kids.” However, legacy planning is actually MOST important for the surviving spouse. Going from married to single tax brackets, the standard deduction is cut in half, marginal brackets shrink, and overall taxes go up dramatically. Added to which, losing one of the two Social Security payments and potential pensions, income is almost always reduced as well. So taxes go up and income goes down for a surviving spouse.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by John L. Jenkins and Monica Cramer
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The Virtual Dementia Tour – Changing the Perception of Aging with Alzheimers
$25.00We are living at a time when extraordinary estate and wealth strategies planning advisors are needed like never before. As a result, the public is searching for answers on how to preserve and protect what they have; and for answers on how to thrive into the future. This course is a dialogue on professional collaboration and the type of practice your referral sources and clients experience – your practice as seen through the eyes of others. It introduces you to techniques which you and your team may use to gain the skills and quiet confidence to position your practice in the forefront of your community and how you can become a “referable” resource to others. Your practice is like no other and should be unique to you.
Join us for this very special session where you can participate in a 30 minute “Virtual Dementia Tour.” Experience the overwhelming effects of trying to perform everyday tasks for a person living with memory loss. Unlike other virtual dementia tours, this comprehensive tour encompasses tasks and exercises that are essential for professionals and caregivers to experience. *Must register to participate (limited to the first 18 registrants)*
We will also hold simultaneous 30 minute discussions on How to Communicate and Care for People with Dementia, Physiological Changes with Age; and Memory and Aging – What’s Normal What’s Not.(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Rick Topete and Ashlea Rose with Silverado
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Are Your Referable? – The Practice Experience
$25.00We are living at a time when extraordinary estate and wealth strategies planning advisors are needed like never before. As a result, the public is searching for answers on how to preserve and protect what they have; and for answers on how to thrive into the future. This course is a dialogue on professional collaboration and the type of practice your referral sources and clients experience – your practice as seen through the eyes of others. It introduces you to techniques which you and your team may use to gain the skills and quiet confidence to position your practice in the forefront of your community and how you can become a “referable” resource to others. Your practice is like no other and should be unique to you.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Shelley Lightfoot, Executive Director & Stephanie Downer, Esq.
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Mental Health 101 – Special Needs Protection
$25.00Anita and Scott will demonstrate how caregivers and legal/financial professionals can work together to provide the best and most comprehensive resources for your clients with special needs. Often the parents/caregivers/spouses worry about how their loved one will survive financially if something happens to them – because although their medical condition is chronic, it is not fatal. Learn what benefits are available and how a special needs trust can help protect and provide for their most vulnerable family members throughout their life without disturbing access to benefit programs. Also gain an understanding of the myriad of challenges, family impact, and options related to mental illness that will help you better connect with your clients and their families.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Anita Fisher, NAMI SD and Scott Stewart, Esq.
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Important Considerations In the Sale of Your Client’s Business
$25.00As a client’s trusted advisor, your client’s consideration of selling their business presents you with an opportunity to guide your client through a significant wealth creation opportunity. In this session, Greg and Channing will cover a number of core concepts that you can use to advise your clients at this critical juncture in their personal and business life. Specifically, they will discuss methods to maximize sale price, assess the sale for fit with your client’s objectives, and methods to maximize after-tax cash.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Greg Banner, CLU®, CFP®, CRTP and Channing Hamlet, Managing Director
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Don’t be Stuck in the “Wait and See” Trap!
$25.00Let’s face it, estate taxes, income taxes, and the like are never permanent, and most definitely affected by each new administration. Joe and Steve will share insights and fresh perspectives several months into the new Trump Administration. They’ll spotlight the legislative changes already made and the anticipated initiatives still likely to come – focusing on the most relevant topics of conversation and planning opportunities for advisors of all disciplines to share with clients and prospective clients.
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Presented by Joe Strazzeri, Esq. and Steve Mancini, Esq.
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Using DAFs to Create Collaboration and Increase Family Philanthropic Impact
$25.00In recent years Donor Advised Funds have become a phenomenal philanthropic tool that can foster collaboration among both the family and their advisory teams. Learn questions to uncover how DAFs can be combined with other strategies to create the right charitable pathway for clients. Debunk common myths when it comes to leveraging complex assets like real estate or closely held business interests for charitable giving. Create inclusive planning strategies that can be beneficial for both the family and the professional advisory teams. This collaboration can increase the beneficial impact to the family, their philanthropy, the advisors relationships with one another and the community at large.
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Presented by Laura Malone, CAP®, CEPA
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The Five Essential Documents
$25.00Scott and Stephanie will share what each of the five essential documents in estate planning is designed to do and why they are important for you and your clients. Help your clients memorialize their wishes in case of death or incapacity. This is an indispensable presentation on how to gets your ducks in a row.
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Presented by Scott Stewart, Esq. and Stephanie Downer, Esq.
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Tell Your Clients and Friends – What To Do and What Not To Do, If You Are Pulled Over After You’ve Had a Cocktail
$25.00Driving is such an important part of our daily living that many people do not realize how much time they spend behind the wheel until their license is suspended or revoked. If someone is arrested for a DUI, they are faced with two DUI proceedings: a DMV procedural hearing and the criminal prosecution. Join Richard and Joe as they share insights on the critical moments from when you see the red and blue lights in your rearview mirror through the possible following year of life turmoil.
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Presented by Richard Katzman, Esq. and Joe Strazzeri, Esq.
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Cloud Based Software – Everything You Always Needed and Wanted
$25.00Practice Management is silly and insane without an integrated, easy, and usable cloud-based CRM with forms/process capability, tracking, emails, scheduling, To-Do’s, case management, and all that other stuff in one place – where the transition is managed by an expert team and not your staff. Join our friends Ali and Eric to make sense of the decision you have to make. CPAs, Financial Advisors, and Attorneys – NOTE: We moved from Time Matters!
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Presented by Ali Mirdamadi and Tomas Suros
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When Does Incapacity Limit Your Clients’ Rights
$0.00Join us for an informative discussion on how to protect your clients’ rights once they receive a diagnose of dementia. Dr. Diane and Scott will teach you when incapacity can limit your clients’ rights. You will have a better grasp on understanding the legal, ethical and treatment issues of dementia care.
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Presented by Dr. Diane Darby Beach and Scott Stewart*SCROLL DOWN FOR FREE RECORDING*
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The Founders Group – Business Transition Planning Services
$25.00100% of Businesses will transition. The questions are how, and when, and why. What we would like to do is give the Business Owner control over that transition. What you will find out here is that it is not necessarily about the transition, but the Process that will allow the Business Owner to gain the control.
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Presented by Melisa Silverman and Jeffrey Kates
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Trump’s Tax Reform – Where Are We Now?
$0.00Are you prepared to take advantage of Trump’s tax reform plan? At this session, we will discuss tax reforms that will have taken place already under the new administration as well as changes that we are still expecting to occur.
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Presented by Laura Stees
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Building Impactful Automation | A Real Life Walkthrough of “Result Producing” Automation Practices
$25.00Like you, we don’t suffer from lack of opportunity, but we found out that our business model suffered from lack of good follow up. How much revenue do we each lose from the point of a client (and advisor) interest, to them dropping off our scope? Lost opportunity is loss of pure profit. Myke and Shelley will explain how to use potential client conversion software while remaining profitable and professional. Experience a documented implementation of CRM, Marketing, and Ecommerce campaigns; Dive into ACTIVE Marketing Automation Funnels and learn how the automation affects your business’s results; and Learn Infusionsoft’s Campaign Builder Tool: Lead Generation, Referral, and Customer Onboarding processes.
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The Case for Baby Boomer Clients in Your Practice
$25.00As society ages the need for services by this demographic are going to increase. This can include planning for long-term care, Medicaid, Medi-Cal, and other government benefits – which can drastically enhance your revenue and practice stability, leading to a dramatic increase in the amount of probates, trust administration, settlement and the associated financial, tax, and legal planning for clients older (and younger!) than 55. Join Scott and Brooke as they share techniques, tools, and their technical expertise to enhance your knowledge and practice.
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Presented by Scott Stewart and Brooke Jensen
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How Charitable Strategies Enhance Estates – 2017
$25.00Wealthy families cannot leave 100% of their estates to their children and grandchildren because the estate and the gift transfer tax system intervene. This workshop will demonstrate how philanthropy actually enhances what the family receives while benefiting worthy charitable causes in meaningful ways.
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Presented by John L. Jenkins, AEP, EA, CFP®
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I Told You That I Loved You 20 Years Ago – If That Changes, I’ll Let You Know
$25.00What should you do – what can you do with existing life insurance buried in ILITs, Buy/Sell agreements, and other wealth transfer entities in the new tax world? Learn from case studies and review the true numeric comparisons considering taxation, growth, and cash flows to help clients and their advisors understand their options.
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Presented by R.J. Kelly and Addie Murdock -
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The Gathering 2017 – The Complete Package
$300.00The format of the two-day Gathering is designed to engage all participants in a conversation where audience interaction is as critical as what is communicated from the front of the room. The presenters are each experts in their field who enjoy sharing and who give of themselves and their time. Their unique skills, wisdom, and judgment are truly invaluable when helping clients fulfill their enlightened dreams.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the Presentation.)
Click here to see the Gathering Agenda with the list of the presentations and presenters.
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Dissecting Buy/Sell Agreements – Legal, Technical, and Valuation Perspectives
$25.00As advisors, we are well aware of the importance of buy/sell agreements for our business owner clients when it comes to issues such as developing the foundation of a successful partnership, controlling ownership of their companies, or preparing for business transitions amongst shareholders, members and employees. From their own personal lessons and experience, Melisa and Alex will dissect the most important technical components of the agreement that effect the business valuation – and share how top business attorneys negotiate to get the best results for their clients. Learn how to make sure you and your clients avoid common pitfalls.
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Presented by Melisa Silverman and Alex Matuk
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Understanding Exit Options: What Advisors Need to Know to Help Clients Make Sound Transition Decisions
$25.00There are seven ways to exit a privately-held business and keep it private. This session covers the pros and cons of each and makes a business case for an Advisory approach that embraces “hybrid” transition strategies.
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Presented by Sean Hutchinson
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When Clients say “We Used to Need the Insurance, but Should We Continue to Pay on It Now?”
$25.00What should you do – and what can you do – with existing life insurance buried in ILITs, Buy/Sell agreements, and other wealth transfer entities in the new tax world? Learn from case studies and review the true numeric comparisons considering taxation, growth, and cash flows to help clients and their advisors understand their options.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by R.J. Kelly and Addie Murdock
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Reporting Elder Abuse: Should I? Must I? Or Must I Not?
$25.00Different states and federal authorities impose either requirements or best practices regarding reporting of suspected elder abuse, physical and financial, on professionals. These are especially prevalent in the health care and financial fields. However, there is a tension between one’s duty to report suspected fraud, fraudulent activity, and undue influence, and one’s duty to maintain the privacy and confidentiality of client and customer information. Sheila and Peter will canvas the relevant authorities and discuss ways for professionals and their agents to maintain compliance with the reporting obligations while still preserving the confidences of customer and client information.
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Presented by Peter Myers and Sheila K. Robello
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The Renaissance in Estate/Financial Planning and Taxation – Tweaking and Re-doing the “Alphabet Soup”
$25.00So now we know, all of the planning that we have done for our favorite clients needs to be reviewed and most will need to be re-done. As CPAs, Financial Advisors, Attorneys, and other Wealth Planners, we have the duty and privilege to contact potential and current clients regarding those plans that include the alphabet soup of: AB, ABC, ILIT, IDIT, IDGT, QPRT, FLP, and the balance of the list. Bill and Jessica will provide technical knowledge, practical tips, forms, and letters to use in your practice. These next two years may well be the best years of your practice.
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Presented by William Conway
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Family Businesses: Recognizing the Areas of Conflict at the Intersection of Family, Ownership, and Management
$25.00A truly sustainable system allows the boundaries among family, ownership, and business management to flex, bend, and absorb the occasional shocks. A sustainable system that contains dynamic and elastic boundaries is both healthy and essential. During this presentation, participants explore:
- The most common conflicts encountered in family businesses
- The best practices in resolving conflicts in the moment
- The enduring approaches that allow a family system to flourish and remain flexible in the midst of stress and change
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Presented by Emily Bouchard
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The Bespoke Protector: Tailoring Third Party Powers to a Strategy’s Demands
$25.00The use of trust advisors and protectors in domestic trusts has increased dramatically in recent years. The popularity of trust advisors and protectors is reflected in the growing body of statutory recognition, extending beyond directed trust statutes to other states as the Uniform Trust Code spreads. Though statutory law is growing in the U.S., there is scant case law to guide practitioners through some of the more challenging issues concerning trust advisors and protectors. Moreover, scholars disagree – sometimes stringently – on the propriety of using trust protectors beyond the offshore asset protection trust context. In this session we Matt will examine the law and develop a framework for practicing with trust advisors and protectors in new and more sophisticated ways.
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Presented by Matt McClintock
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Dissecting Exit Planning & the Value Acceleration Methodology – And How to Use Them to Enhance Your Practice and Reach Your Clients
$25.00The advisors in the future will be more than a specialist. Exit planning is a growing need and advisors have an opportunity to understand their role in the exit planning ecosystem and position themselves for more visibility (both to clients and referral sources) and as a true provider of solutions. Join Scott as he overviews the market statistics from the State of Owner Readiness Survey, dissects the exit planning and value acceleration process, showcases models that can be used to educate owner and advisor groups, gives real-world examples in an Aspire Management Case Study, and provides actionable takeaways that you can use immediately in your business development strategy.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Scott Snider
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Cloud Based Software – Everything You Always Needed and Wanted
$25.00Practice Management is silly and insane without an integrated, easy, and usable cloud-based CRM with forms/process capability, tracking, emails, scheduling, To-Do’s, case management, and all that other stuff in one place – where the transition is managed by an expert team and not your staff. Join our friends Ali and Tomas to make sense of the decision you have to make. NOTE: We moved from Time Matters!
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Ali Mirdamadi and Tomas Suros
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Lead Conversion – Campaigns, Tagging, Freemiums, Client Lifecycles – What’s it all about?
$25.00How much revenue do we each lose from the point of a client (and advisor) interest, to them dropping off our scope? Lost opportunity is loss of pure profit. Darin will explain how to use potential client conversion software while remaining profitable and professional.
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Presented by Darin Adams
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Social Media – “Smocial” Media
$25.00So, you tried it yourself, you paid others, and you got even more frustrated – at best your increase in business has been inconsistent and you are thinking this is a waste of time! Today, true message impact and the steps to get there will be unveiled. Join the party . . . and the future!
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Dean DeLisle
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Mistakes & Lessons – Marketing and Practice Management
$25.00Join Shelley and friends as they share practical tools to launch your practice into the next generation with social media mastery, client conversion strategies and tracking, and your dream cloud software package. Find out how to make it (and how not to) all flow and work together like a fine-tuned machine!
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Presented by Shelley Lightfoot
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Charitable Planning – Partnering with “Your” Charity
$25.00Clients understand passion, intent, and transformational charitable giving. R..J. and Elise will review the technical options as well as the soft side that drives client satisfaction and implementation in the balance of your plan. Learn and understand the financial, tax, legal, and client impact of today’s charitable giving options.
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Presented by R.J. Kelly and Elise Webster.
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What Every Estate Planner Should Know About International Planning
$25.00The U.S. is currently the “Switzerland” of years past, and more and more wealthy non-U.S. persons are investing in moving to the U.S. However, absent planning, these individuals will be unnecessarily subject to significant U.S. income and transfer tax. Jonathan will discuss the increasing importance of the rules surrounding typical international client scenarios, planning options, and traps for the unwary.
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Presented by Jonathan A. Mintz, Esq.
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Savvy Social Security Planning: What CPAs, Attorneys, and Other Professionals Need to Know About Social Security Claiming Strategies
$25.00Discussion topics include: Fundamental changes to the Social Security system enacted by Congress in early 2016 and how to maximize lifetime benefits. Navigating the complex World of Social Security and the various questions you will face from clients on the earnings test, actuarial reduction, delayed retirement credits, full retirement age, primary insurance amount, survivor benefits, and income optimization.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Daniel Morilak
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The Case for Baby Boomer Clients in Your Practice
$25.00As society ages the need for services by this demographic are going to increase. This can include planning for long-term care, Medicaid, Medi-Cal, and other government benefits, leading to a dramatic increase in the amount of probates, trust administration, settlement and the associated financial, tax, and legal planning for clients older (and younger!) than 55. Join Scott and Brooke as they share techniques, tools, and their technical expertise to enhance your knowledge and practice.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Scott Stewart, Esq. and Brooke Jensen, Esq.
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7 Steps to a Successful Business Exit
$25.00Every business owner needs to begin their business planning with the end in mind. They need to visualize how they are going to transition out of their business. Exit planning is a customized process of setting goals and deciding how to best achieve them. Proper exit planning will help maximize a business owner’s return and minimize the tax liability when the business is transferred or sold. Some topics to be discussed:
- Structuring your business to attract buyers
- Selling your business to family members or key employees and still getting the cash you need
- Decreasing the amount of time and risk it takes to get your money from a sale to key employees or family members
- Selling to whom you want, when you want, and get the income you want
- The Seven Steps to a Successful Exit
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and Video copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Greg Banner, CLU®, CFP®, CRTP and Alex Matuk, Esq.
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Depolarizing the Millennial Workplace
$25.00What is your company doing to stay relevant, connect and drive engagement with the next generation? Don’t be left behind. Your company must understand the dramatic shift taking place in the workplace and the marketplace. Today, there are 2.4 billion millennials, they represent 36% of the workforce, control $660 billion in spending and will be 75% of your employees and customers by 2025. With valuable insights, extensive experience, and a great sense of humor, Dan delivers aha moments as he shares:
- The key trends that define the millennial generation
- 6 steps to bridge the generational gap between youth and experience
- How to deliver value to connect with your customers and employees
- How to stay relevant in today’s crazy, fast-changing world
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and Video copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Dan Negroni, Founder and CEO of Launchbox
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Medi-Cal Assisted Living Waiver Program: Your Questions Answered
$25.00Bill and Kathleen will provide insight into the history and future of the Medi-Cal Assisted Living waiver program and how it can help your clients. They will explain the processes and procedures on how to qualify for the program from a client perspective as well as how to enroll as an approved facility providing services to Medi-Cal clients. This dynamic duo has assisted more than 120 clients in getting enrolled in this program – for use in their long term care facilities as well as those clients still living at home by themselves. Other Medi-cal waiver programs will also be explored.
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Tax Planning Strategies Under the New Administration
$25.00Now that a new president has been sworn in, it is highly likely that the tax law will receive a dramatic makeover. Although it is tough to predict what the final revisions will look like this year, it’s clear that President-Elect Trump and the Republican Controlled Congress want to lower taxes. Now is the perfect time to explore tax planning strategies that will align with the new administration.
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The Three Doors to Estate Planning
$25.00This workshop will explore the 3 doors to estate planning: family; charity; and the IRS. It will point out that client estates normally go through only two of the three doors – the ones they choose either consciously (through planning) or unconsciously (without planning). We will further demonstrate the planning strategies available to maximize the benefits to families and minimize, if not completely zero out the benefit to the IRS.
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Beyond Resistance: Effective Strategies For Overcoming Resistance
$25.00Working with older adults offers many benefits, but it can also involve challenges and frustrations such as: physical limitations, cognitive impairments, changes in environment, loss of independence, as well as many others. As professionals attempt to alleviate or reduce the challenges that affect older adults by suggesting changes and solutions, resistance to change is often exhibited. While this is a normal response – how we deal with and attempt to resolve this resistance is the key element. You will learn about the roots of resistance in the elderly population – why are they resistant, what causes resistance – and how to overcome it. By acknowledging and learning to understand the reasons behind resistance, we can learn effective strategies and techniques to help our patients/clients improve their quality of life and well-being.
(Purchase of this product will include an Video & Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Amy Burfitt, Elder Care Consultant, LivHOME, Inc. and Shelley Lightfoot, Executive Director
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Business Buy/Sell and Contingency Planning
$25.00Greg and Alex will discuss common issues business owners need to address regarding buy-sell agreements including: advantages, disadvantages, the different types, funding alternatives, valuation issues, and common problems business owners encounter. Some topics to be discussed:
- What is a buy-sell Agreement?
- Learn to control your business and its ultimate transition
- Understand the need and advantages
- Triggering events and understanding the need for a buy-sell agreement
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Challenges Associated with End of Life
$25.00Spend time with Jennifer and Dr. Bob as they share real life examples that will drive home the need and value of talking with your loved ones about your end of life wishes before a crisis hits. Using tools and strategies, you will learn to identify what wishes are important (physical, social, financial, legal, nutritional, environmental, etc.) and how to clearly and effectively express them to your loved ones – and help others do the same. Reduce your clients’ stress levels and increase their quality of life by helping them understand the resources and services available within the healthcare system as well as identify where the major gaps are and what you can do to be better prepared.
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Asset Protection: Castles, Moats, and Alligators – How to Protect Your Business Owner Clients’ Most Valuable Assets
$25.00This informative technical session will address planning techniques for taking chips off the table sooner, rather than later. The session will also cover different asset protection planning levels, ranging from domestic to offshore planning.
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Laureate in Wealth Strategies Program November 2017
$4,500.00Improve Your Quiet Confidence
The LWS Program is a 5-day certification program for CSWA graduates seeking to attract, engage, and work with high-net worth families, business owners, and the other professional advisors they work with. In this collaborative model, Laureates learn:
- Wealth strategies client partnering; benefit and process marketing;
- Advanced case management – process and protocols; and
- Integrated wealth strategies case studies in review, design, implementation, and maintenance labs.
Program Dates: Tuesday, November 7 – Saturday, November 11, 2017
Participants must have completed the pre-requisite Certified Wealth Strategies Advisor program before enrolling in this course
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How to Build an Effective Multi-Disciplinary Team
$25.00In our complex world of wealth, business, and tax planning, no one profession has all the answers. Successfully attracting and helping affluent families in today’s market requires a multi-disciplinary approach. However, developing a successful team is more challenging than it sounds. This presentation will provide an overview of half or full day programs where you will learn the 4 steps to creating an integrated collaborative team: 3 key concepts common to all successful teams, choosing a process, introducing each other, and ways to market together.
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Presented by Shelley Lightfoot, Executive Director and Barry Waxler, The Founders Group -
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Long Term Care Planning Book
$0.00Many Californians are concerned about the “new” changes to the Medi-Cal program. They have heard all sorts of things about those changes, some fact and many fiction. Many Californians believe that it is now virtually impossible to get the benefits that they are entitled to receive. For many Californians this could not be further from the truth. Not only do these benefits continue to exist but more people than ever can qualify for help.
This Book should answer any questions you have while dealing with elder care.
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Brain Injury and Special Needs Trusts
$25.00Queen and Scott will demonstrate how caregivers and legal/financial professionals can work together to provide the best and most comprehensive resources for your clients with special needs. Gain an understanding of several brain exercises, compensatory tools, resources, strategies, and approaches to strengthening client-vendor relationships that will help you connect better with clients and families dealing with TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury). Also learn how a special needs trust can help protect and provide for their most vulnerable family members throughout their life without disturbing access to benefit programs.
(Purchase of this product will include an Video & Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)Presented by: Queen Mateo and Scott Stewart
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How to Avoid Conflict Before Estate Settlement
$25.00A client or a client’s family member has just passed away and now the successor trustee must serve as a trustee of the living trust. Are you prepared to handle to myriad of questions that successor trustees will have regarding their rights and responsibilities? Are you aware that the tax and investment advice may be different in these situations? To help avoid personal liability, a trustee must seek professional financial, accounting, and legal advice. This course is an overview of the legal and procedural requirements of trust administration to assist trustees and their advisors to properly discharge their duties. It addressed the need for legal, tax, accounting, and complete investment planning in trust administration.
(Purchase of this product will include an Video & Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)Presented by Joe Strazzeri, Esq.
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7 Steps to a Successful Business Exit
$25.00Every business owner needs to begin their business planning with the end in mind. They need to visualize how they are going to transition out of their business. Exit planning is a customized process of setting goals and deciding how to best achieve them. Proper exit planning will help maximize a business owner’s return and minimize the tax liability when the business is transferred or sold. Some topics to be discussed: Structuring your business to attract buyers: Selling your business to family members or key employees and still getting the cash you need; Decreasing the amount of time and risk it take to get your money from a scale to key employees or family members; Selling to whom you want, when you want, and get the income you want; The Seven Steps to a Successful Exit.
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Presented by Greg Banner, CLU®, CFP®, CRTP and Alex Matuk, Esq. -
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The Biggest Boogie Man for Baby Boomers and Beyond
$25.00When planning for retirement, the primary focus for most of our clients is to determine how much income they will need to maintain their style of living. And if they are really on top of it, they may have created a trust to maintain control of their assets at incapacity or after death. Too often, however, our clients do not discuss or plan for the probable fact that at least one spouse is going to need long-term care. How will they pay for it and not leave the well-spouse impoverished? Join Rich and Scott as they do a deep dive into several payment options you might not have realized were options at all!
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Presented by Rich Kupetsky, CLTC, SVP, Capitas Long Term Care and Scott Stewart, Esq. -
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P&C Insurance; Understanding Property and Casualty Insurance – Your First Line of Defense
$25.00Property & Casualty (home, auto, etc.) insurance has become so commoditized that many insurance companies lead customers to believe they can properly structure their insurance online directly. This strategy significantly undercuts insurance’s role as one of the most important ways consumers can ensure lifelong financial security. We want to help you understand the importance of P&C insurance as the foundation of a strong financial house!
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Presented by Mark Miletello, LUTCF, General Agent and Lauren Bottger, Multiple-Line Agent -
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The Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Helping Your Clients with Senior Care Planning
$25.00Years ago, helping clients navigate senior care wasn’t so complicated. Today, there are well over 1000 facilities and in-home care providers in San Diego alone – making the choices overwhelming. Family caregivers often lack information or resources necessary to coordinate care, thus looking to healthcare providers and estate planning professionals for guidance. Not all care – or budgets – are created equal. Jatana and Scott will break it down in a way that will allow you to provide accurate information and relevant resources for each of your family caregiver clientele.
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Presented by Jatana Williams-Thompson, Owner, Beyond the Sky Solutions, LLC and Scott Stewart, Esq. -
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The Bucket Plan®
$25.00The two biggest risks to a systematic withdrawal plan are inflation, and something known as “sequence-of-return risks”. Sequence-of-returns risk is the risk of receiving lower or negative returns early in a period when withdrawals are made from an individual’s underlying investments. The order or sequence of investment returns is a primary concern for retirees who are living off the income and capital of their investments.
Another misconception we see is people think that legacy planning is “just for the kids.” However, legacy planning is actually MOST important for the surviving spouse. Going from married to single tax brackets, the standard deduction is cut in half, marginal brackets shrink, and overall taxes go up dramatically. Added to which, losing one of the two Social Security payments and potential pensions, income is almost always reduced as well. So taxes go up and income goes down for a surviving purpose.(Purchase of this product will include an Video & Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by John L. Jenkins, AEP, EA, CFP®
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The Evolution of Planning with Entrepreneurs – What’s Next? (Gathering 2016)
$25.00Financial, legal, and tax products and structures are NOT what entrepreneur clients are seeking. Join Eve and Matt as they reveal how C-suite options and staffing may have you be seen as the advisor that truly helps the business grow and the owner take a step back. Create value for your clients, planning/product opportunities, and the asset your clients have always wanted – market for and help clients in a whole new way.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Eve Nasby and Matt Brogdon, PRC
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Multigenerational Wealth Leverage Using Third Party Financing for Life Insurance
$25.00A case study of the use of third party financing to efficiently protect wealth into the second generation and beyond. Justin and Amanda will discuss structures that build-in safeguards to reduce some of the critical risks inherent in financing premiums.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Justin Smith and Amanda Eldridge, CLU, ChFC
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Counseling a Philanthropic Silicon Valley Entrepreneur in Setting up a Charitable Initiative: What are the Options?
$25.00Peter and Sean will discuss creative and unique structures for setting up philanthropic initiatives – how some will synthesize charitable trusts but avoid the pitfalls and problems of UBTI, self-dealing, and private inurement restrictions.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Peter Myers, Esq. and Sean Kinney, Esq.
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Insurance Bootcamp Fast Start Workshop
$25.00From dead stop to cruising speed – how to learn everything you need to insure your book in under 1 hour! During this fast-paced information-packed session Trey and Steve will help you gain an understanding of key and advanced insurance concepts and how to spot the opportunities as well as the confidence to effectively communicate these concepts with your clients.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Trey Fairman, J.D., LL.M. and Stephen J. Mancini, Esq.
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Making Asset Protection Less Complicated and Better for the Client
$25.00So, is asset protection a primary concern for today’s client – or is it just hype – or is it misunderstood? Join Jeff and Joe as they demystify understanding how to identify the appropriate clients, assets, and jurisdictions that keep the current advisors involved and more simply protect a client’s family and their assets. Review the four categories of choices in today’s onshore and offshore world.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Jeff Burr, Esq. and Joseph Strazzeri, Esq.
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Tax Free Investing and Retirement
$25.00Forget about NINGs – if you have clients who want to (1) eliminate state and federal income taxes on their investments, (2) invest in highly tax inefficient assets (think hedge funds, ordinary income producing assets), (3) protect their investments from creditors, and (4) have a source of income-tax free retirement income – we’ve got the solution for you – and it works in all 50 states.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Scott Gunderson, J.D. and Greg Crawford, CFP
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The Legacy Conversation: A Powerful Way to Deepen Your Connection to Clients and Prospects
$25.00How do we as advisors have those important conversations with clients about how to pass their values on to their next generation in a business succession scenario. Values that are based in work ethic, family, philanthropy, and faith have had much to do with the success of the family business. A successful transfer can be all the more satisfying when those legacies are an intentional part of the succession plan. When you can initiate and lead that conversation, you will become a more valuable resource to your business owner clients. In this presentation, we will outline some strategies that will give you the confidence to lead your clients into this space and generate productive outcomes.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Rick Abbondanza, Esq. and Stan Miller, Esq.
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Dealing with Real Estate in a Contested Matter – Before and After Death
$25.00Join a long-time litigator and an experienced real estate attorney/broker/litigator to discuss the common (and more complex) issues property owners face during their lifetime, as well as the problems that occur after death, and how they can be avoided. Trust/probate litigation is now commonplace, and it almost always involves real property disputes. Explore how the way real estate is held and managed affects a person’s estate plan, and learn about the interplay between a trustee’s duties and the interests of the beneficiaries.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Freddy Garmo, Esq. and Alex Matuk, Esq.
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Planning for the 4th Quarter of Your Client’s Life
$0.00Expert in Elder Law? Estate planning is not what it used to be. As an industry we planned very well for our clients in the moments before they die and after their death – but we woefully under planned for their disability, especially a long-term disability. Valerie and Scott will go over not only the opportunities to help our past clients correct their plans, but also how to use this “4th Quarter” planning of life concept to attract and deeply help those individuals and couples over 60 years old – and even those younger families. This may be your next evolution as a practitioner.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Valerie Peterson, JD and Scott Stewart, Esq.
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How to Turn Opportunity Into Revenue
$25.00Spotting charitable giving opportunities in your client’s life is the first step to success in charitable estate planning. In this session we will be going over several places you can look for opportunities, the charitable tools to use and the potential revenue generated for the charitable estate planner.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Randy Fox and Lee Hoffman
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The Big 10 Questions Every Client is Thinking About
$25.00You’ve done your “targeted” marketing correctly and have the right person sitting in front of you, fully qualified…Now what? During the initial consultation you can easily, effortlessly and automatically build trust, establish credibility, exude confidence, and maintain control of the interview without being controlling. In this talk, Max and Shelley show us exactly how to anticipate these questions and clearly and succinctly articulate our answers, prompting potential clients not to say at the end of the initial interview, “This sounds good…Let me think about it.” but rather, “This sounds good…How do we get started?”
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Max Bolka and Shelley Lightfoot, Executive Director
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Behind the Scenes at SCI – Stewardship, Social Media, Virtual Learning, Freemiums, Tracking, and More!
$25.00We make mistakes – lots of them. But one thing we know for sure is that the only way to be a leader in your industry is to try new things and then share what you’ve learned with your friends. Get down and dirty with Shelley, Mike, and Brett as they share how we do what we do in the big bad world of digital communications.
(Purchase of this product will include an Video & Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Shelley Lightfoot, Executive Director, Mike Armstrong, Electronic Presence Director, and Brett Littlewood, Social Media Director
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Do We Really Need to Talk About It?
$25.00It’s hard enough for life and/or business partners to talk about the subjects of dying – difficult family situations – health and money concerns that impact estate & business exit planning … only to learn that what you say may not be what your partner hears. It is no wonder we have a hard time reaching consensus, feeling heard, and taking action … In this practical and thoughtful presentation, nationally recognized family business planning and legacy advisor, R. J. Kelly, will help you identify some critical estate and business succession planning moves you need to make, but also how to value the differences and communicate better with your partner – at home and at the office – to reach better outcomes and have greater implementation.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by R.J. Kelly, ChFC, CLU, IAR, MSFS
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PolicyLogix for Business Owners
$25.00There is a $3 trillion pool of life insurance being neglected by the financial services industry. With more regulatory requirements, expectations of increased transparency, and expanding fiduciary litigation, these assets can no longer be ignored! This environment creates a breeding ground for missed wealth-creation opportunities, redundancy or omissions in risk management, nonexistent or obsolete succession planning, and lack of active management of existing insurance policies – thus creating big risk for the business owner and his or her family. Learn how to develop a Best Practices insurance risk management process that will also help you attract more clients.
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Presented by Lori Messina, Esq. and Mike Rodman, CFP®
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How Charitable Strategies Enhance Estates – 2014
$25.00Wealthy families cannot leave 100% of their estates to their children and grandchildren because the estate and the gift transfer tax system intervene. This workshop will demonstrate how philanthropy actually enhances what the family receives while benefiting worthy charitable causes in meaningful ways.
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Presented by John L. Jenkins, AEP, EA, CFP®
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Business Buy-Sell Contingency Planning
$25.00Greg and Alex will discuss common issues business owners need to address regarding buy-sell agreements including: Advantages, disadvantages, the different types, funding alternatives, valuation issues and common problems business owners encounter. They will also discuss how to develop a contingency plan in case the circumstances of the business change and the buy-sell agreement does not address these changes.
Some topics to be discussed:
- What is a buy-sell Agreement?
- Learn to control your business and its ultimate transition
- Understand the need and advantages
- Triggering events and understanding the need for a buy-sell agreement
- Develop a Contingency Plan
- Implementation
(Purchase of this product will include a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Greg Banner, CLU®, CFP®, CRTP and Alejandro Matuk, Esq.
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We Need to Talk – Tips for Starting the Critical Conversation and Bonding with the Next Generation
$25.00Clients rarely ask for help in their aging process. Veterans in the industry, Amy and Scott, will provide you with their personal experience and insights to identify warning signs to look for, how to start the conversation, and the important questions to ask now and in the future. Ensure your relationship as the key advisor for the next generation by proactively planning for and guiding them through a successful aging process. Gain valuable language and tools to help your clients and their family maintain maximum control over the way they choose to age as well as secure a more prosperous financial future.
(Purchase of this product will include an Video & Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Amy Burfitt with LivHome and Scott Stewart, Esq.
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Wealthy Clients and Their Children Get in Trouble Too
$25.00What do we do when we get the call from our client asking for help due to a criminal or drug matter? Many practitioners are the go to quarterback for their clients and need to have both an overall understanding of these areas and a way to access resources quickly. Richard will expose the legal system and underlying process in helping clients when confronted with these life changing events and the bridge to how counseling may help not only the legal outcome but also the health of the individual and family. That will cross-over into Alisha’s concentration in the mental and physical health of those families confronted with addiction.
(Purchase of this product will include a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Richard Katzman, Esq.
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7 Steps to a Successful Business Exit
$25.00Every business owner needs to plan with the end in mind as to how they are going to transition out of their business. Exit planning is a customized process of setting goals and deciding how to best achieve them. Proper exit planning will help maximize a business owner’s return and minimize the tax liability when the business is transferred or sold.
(Purchase of this product will include a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Greg Banner, CLU®, CFP®, CRTP
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Savvy Social Security Planning: What CPAs, Attorneys, and Other Professionals Need to Know About Social Security Claiming Strategies
$25.00Discussion topics include: File and Suspend, Claim now and Claim more later, filing a restricted application. Spousal and survivor benefit issues and maximizing strategies. We will further discuss: The earnings test, actuarial reduction, FRA, PIA, DRC, POMS and the rest of the SS alphabet soup.
(Purchase of this product will include a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Ryan Hyslop, AMSS
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Heritage Planning – The Third Element to Multi-Generational Planning
$25.00John will share the elements of Heritage Planning – those things that are needed to sustain family wealth and unity across generations. The first two elements of planning, Estate and Financial Planning, allow your clients to pass what they “own” to future generations. Heritage Planning allows them to pass “who they are” to future generations. Heritage Planning does not compete with Estate and Financial Planning – rather, it is the next element needed to prepare the family and get them working together to stay together for multiple generations.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by John L. Jenkins, AEP®, EA, CFP®, Heritage Planner
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Trusts and Homeowners Insurance – Avoid the Train Wreck
$25.00Financial planning can create large assets that, if insured improperly, may not last long… “We placed the client’s home in a trust, but did we make sure the insurance company reflected that change or actually had the capacity to do so? Most insurance companies are the same, right? A caretaker moved in to take care of our client’s mother, but what happens if they get hurt on the job? We’re fully covered, right?” Joe and Mindy will answer these questions and fill you in on other common mistakes that occur when financial changes are made, but not reviewed with the “other” insurance broker. We will provide Property & Casualty Insurance Review basics with enough knowledge to be dangerous.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Joe Deutsch and Mindy Cagan-Joslin
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Kicking Off the New Year with a Plan to Increase Revenue
$25.00Setting the stage for rapport in larger business events, cocktail conversations, private social events, and first business meetings often leads to larger engagements. Join Joe and Shelley for a discussion about techniques you and your team may use to gain the skills and quiet confidence to position your practice in the forefront of your community. Learn how you can deliver a consistent and effective message during all those conversations and presentations so they lead to larger engagements with your favorite type of clients.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Joe Strazzeri, Esq. and Shelley Lightfoot, Executive Director
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Begin with the End in Mind – Do You Have the Right Entity Structure?
$25.00From Choosing an Entity (Sole Proprietorships, Partnerships, Corporations, and Limited Liability Companies) to Evaluating the Entities, this course surveys each business entity option. Multiple considerations dictate which choice of entity, for example: What are the business goals of the owner(s)? How does ownership, liability protection, capitalization, management, sale of the business, estate planning, taxation, and owner and employee benefits affect the choice of business entity? Learn The Entity Choice Matrix.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Greg Banner, CLU®, CFP®, CRTP and Alejandro Matuk, Esq.
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Choosing to See Behind Business Realities
$25.00Many business owners strive to reach the stage of business where they are only as involved as they enjoy. Joe and Barry will share a process to help you attract business owner clients by helping them see behind the business realities. No matter what the driving issue, business owners and their teams often spend hours of effort addressing the symptom to only have to do it all over again…and again…and again. We believe that expanding perspective creates new possibilities and revitalizes new opportunities, information, and courses of action. Consider the opportunities for your clients’ businesses – as well as your own!
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording , and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Joe Strazzeri, Esq. and Barry Waxler, The Founders Group
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Under-Utilized Tools for Today’s Business Succession Planning Needs
$25.00Gain an understanding of how to create a defendable and practical business valuation with special attention to cash flow issues. Various advisors may inadvertently emphasize their specific areas of specialty which can result in an incomplete plan. Discover a process to help you identify and ensure the maximization of your client’s goals and dreams. Greg and Alex will discuss how to make the most of these concepts while partnering with the business owner and other collaborative professionals to drive a successful transition.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of this presentation.)
Presented by Greg Banner CLU®, CFP®, CRTP and Alejandro Matuk, Esq.
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Questions About End-of-Year Client Wealth Planning
$25.00Now we know, at least a little more clearly, what to do about income, estate and wealth strategies planning for our clients in November, December, and 2013. This program will give us the background, strategies, techniques, tools and language to effectively communicate with advisors, referral sources, and new and existing clients, to motivate them to engage us to implement action plans.
(Purchase of this product includes the Audio Recording of this presentation.)
Presented by Joseph J. Strazzeri, Esq.
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Post-Election After Shock – Standard Registration
$1,700.00THERE IS A SEISMIC SHIFT COMING – ARE YOU PREPARED?
How will your planning strategies and tools be affected? Which are safe or need to change?
How will your clients be affected – financially and emotionally?
What should you do to help?
Everything you Need to Know, Do, and Say After the Election
Location:
The Southern California Institute3636 Nobel Drive, Suite 450
San Diego, CA 92122For more information, please visit www.2016AfterShock.com
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Post-Election After Shock – Members Registration
$1,500.00THERE IS A SEISMIC SHIFT COMING – ARE YOU PREPARED?
How will your planning strategies and tools be affected? Which are safe or need to change?
How will your clients be affected – financially and emotionally?
What should you do to help?
Everything you Need to Know, Do, and Say After the Election
Location:
Southern California Institute3636 Nobel Drive, Suite 450
San Diego, CA 92122For more information, please visit www.2016AfterShock.com
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Be A Hero in the Sale of Your Client’s Business
$25.00As a client’s trusted advisor, your client’s consideration of selling their business presents you with an opportunity to guide your client through a significant wealth creation opportunity. In this session, Greg and Channing will cover a number of core concepts that you can use to advise your clients at this critical juncture in their personal and business life. Specifically, they will discuss methods to maximize sale price, assess the sale to fit you client’s objectives, and methods to maximize after-tax cash.
(Purchase of this Product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy if the presentation.)
Presented by Channing Hamlet and Greg Banner, President
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Handling the Sale of a Business
$25.00Whether your client is the buyer or the seller, being knowledgeable of the entire acquisition process is a must. Join us for this important seminar that will address the overall buying and selling process of a business, a clear understanding of the tax saving strategies available to your client, structuring stock and asset purchase agreements, and other important documents/caveats in the sale/purchase of a business.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording , and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Freddy Garmo & Alex Matuk
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Long Term Care – Where We’ve Been, Where We Are, and Where We’re Going
$25.00Trey and Teri will review the progression of long term care planning up to today with a focus on how insurance products are used to solve needs. This will be a market focused discussion with emphasis on a variety of solutions and how those solutions relate to estate planning and wealth transfer planning — it’s not just for the mainstream. Discover how to recognize and provide the best long term care options for your clients and their families.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Trey Fairman, J.D., LL.M & Teri A. Olsen, President, LTC Expert
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Engaging Clients with Real Estate – One Man’s Trouble is Another Man’s Opportunity
$25.00All of our clients own real estate — from their primary residence to vast portfolios of various real estate asset classes. The majority are working to find the answer as to where they should allocate capital – addressing their non-performing assets versus looking into new investment opportunities. They are coming to you, their trusted advisors, in search of wise counsel. In this discussion, we will walk through real examples of what has worked for clients in distressed situations as well as the landscape for investors. You will be provided with tools and ideas for engaging these clients in conversation and strategic counsel.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Ryan Ponsford & Freddy Garmo, Esq.
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Trustee Training – Rights and Responsibilities – Kim and Steve
$25.00A client or a client’s family member has just passed away and now the successor trustee must serve as trustee of the living trust. Are you prepared to handle the myriad of questions that successor trustees will have regarding their rights and responsibilities? Are you aware that tax and investment advice may be different in these situations? To help avoid personal liability, a trustee must seek professional financial, accounting, and legal advice. This course is an overview of the legal and procedural requirements of trust administration to assist trustees and their advisors to properly discharge their duties. It addresses the need for legal, tax, accounting, and complete investment planning in trust administration.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Kimberly Vawter, Esq. and Stephen Mancini, Esq.
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California Forum for Accountants – Full 7-Part Series
$140.00This CA Forum concentrates on new topics that have materialized in California laws, and new wealth planning strategies and techniques developed over the previous year. This condensed one-day program will present a variety of topics from an accountant’s point of view – and will provide relevant information to help you protect your clients, recognize reporting requirements, and provide opportunities to grow your practice.
Proper Reporting May Prevent Estate Litigation
Presented by Wendy Wilson, Esq. and Alejandro Matuk, Esq.Secrets from the Board Room – Trusts & Public Mutual Funds
Presented by Jeffrey Dunham, CEO and Founder and Lynsey Richardson, Private Client AnalystEvolving the Business – Yours and/or Your Clients’
Presented by Paul Scott, CPA, ABV, CFF and Joseph J. Strazzeri, Esq.From their Perspective – How to be Relevant in “Google-land”
Presented by Rob Pene, Director of Digital Education and Communication and Pablo Palomino, Esq.Understanding the Reporting Requirements and Liabilities for Business Owners as Fiduciaries
Presented by Maureen Verduyn. CFP®, MEd and Nick GardnerLife Insurance – Appropriate? Or Even Necessary?
Presented by Trey Fairman, J.D., LL.M. and Stephen J. Mancini, Esq.Running Out of Money Without Proper Distribution Planning
Presented by John L. Jenkins, AEP®, EA, CFP® and Gregory R. Banner, CFP®, CLU®, CRTP(Purchase of this product will include Audio recordings and PDF copies of the presentations.)
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California Forum for ICAs – Full 12 Part Series
$240.00The Southern California Institute presented the California Forum for Independent Collaborative Advisors (ICAs) on July 23rd and 24th, 2012. As you know, during these confusing and difficult times it is even more important that we gather together to share insights, education and collegiality.
This program is designed to help accountants, attorneys, bankers, life professionals, financial advisors, and other wealth advisors build client teams that provide optimum service with atypical strategies and solutions for their clients. The processes and solutions we teach in this fast-paced, two day program will demonstrate how to attract more opportunities and close more business.
A New Way to Attact Business Owners
Presented by Paul Scott, CPA, ABV, CFF and Shelley Lightfoot, Executive DirectorAmerica’s New Gold Rush: Working with Affluent Foreign Nationals
Presented by Ryan Alexeev, Esq. and Alex Matuk, Esq. (PDF Only)
Your Client Will Run Out of Money Without Proper Distribution Planning
Presented by John L. Jenkins, AEP®, EA, CFP® and Steve Mancini, Esq.Understanding the Liabilities for Business Owners as Fiduciaries
Presented by Maureen Verduyn, CFP®, MEd and Nick Gardner, Financial AdvisorToday’s Real Estate Market – The Values of Plans for My Home, My Residential Investment Property, and those “Other Investment Classes”
Presented by Ryan Ponsford & John Jenkins, AEP®, EA, CFP®Captive Insurance Companies – Opportunities and Hazards
Presented by Celia Clark, Esq. and Joe Strazzeri, Esq.Is Life Insurance Really Only About the Illustration of a Bucket, Two Graphs, and Five Needs?
Presented by Trey Fairman, JD, LL.M and Laura Stees, CPASecrets from the Boardroom? Trusts & Public Mutual Funds
Presented by Sal Capizzi, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer and Lynsey Richardson, Private Client AnalystRealities and Benefits of Using Alaska Trusts
Presented by Kevin Sullivan, Esq. and Stephanie Downer, Esq., LL.MSocial Media – Creating Your Online Presence and Keeping Compliant?
Presented by Jeff Groves, President, Complianceworks, Inc. and Rob Pene, Director of Digital Education and CommunicationThe Four Keys To Marketing Your Practice
Presented by Mark MerendaMarketing Lessons From the MoviesYour Practice
Presented by Mark Merenda (PDF Only)(Purchase of this product will include Audio recordings, and PDF copies of the presentations.)
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California Forum for Attorneys – Full 6 Part Series
$120.00This CA Forum concentrates on new topics that have materialized in California laws, and new wealth planning strategies and techniques developed over the previous year. This condensed one-day program will present a variety of topics from an attorney’s point of view – and will provide relevant information to help you protect your clients, recognize liabilities and opportunities as well as grow your practice.
(Purchase of this product will include Audio recordings and PDF copies of the presentations.)
Understanding the Liabilities for Business Owners as Fiduciaries
Presented by Maureen Verduyn. CFP®, MEd and Nick GardnerYour Client Will Run Out of Money Without Proper Distribution Planning
Presented by John L. Jenkins, AEP®, EA, CFP® and Gregory R. Banner, CFP®, CLU®, CRTPSecrets from the Boardroom – Trusts & Public Mutual Funds
Presented by Jeffrey Dunham, CEO and Founder and Lynsey Richardson, Private Client AnalystFrom Their Perspective – How to be Relevant in “Google-Land”
Presented by Rob Pene, Director of Digital Education & Communication and Shelley Lightfoot, Executive DirectorA Different Perspective on Preparing for Your Day in Court
Presented by Alejandro Matuk, Esq. and Wendy R. Wilson, Esq.Evolving the Business – Yours and/or Your Clients’
Presented by Paul Scott, CPA, ABV, CFF and Joseph J. Strazzeri, Esq.(Purchase of this product will include Audio recordings and PDF copies of the presentations.)
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Medicare versus Medi-Cal
$25.00Do you know the difference between Medicare and Medi-Cal? If you answered no, you’re not alone. Kathe and Scott will lead a frank and open discussion designed to clarify all the aspects of these government programs. In this presentation, you’ll learn the difference between acute vs custodial care and who pays for what. You’ll learn how the health system works and how to take advantage of benefits that are already available to you and your family. This presentation is for anyone concerned about how to pay for care and what can be done now to minimize future costs.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording of the presentation.)
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Dealing with Real Estate in a Contested Matter – Before and After Death
$25.00Join a long-time litigator and an experienced real estate attorney/broker/litigator to discuss the common (and more complex) issues property owners face during their lifetime, as well as the problems that occur after death, and how they can be avoided. Trust/probate litigation is now commonplace, and it almost always involves real property disputes. Explore how the way real estate is held and managed affects a person’s estate plan, and learn about the interplay between a trustee’s duties and the interests of the beneficiaries.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording , and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Freddy Garmo, Esq. and Alex Matuk, Esq.
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Wealthy Clients and Their Children Get in Trouble Too
$25.00What do we do when we get the call from our client asking for help due to a criminal or drug matter? Many practitioners are the go to quarterback for their clients and need to have both an overall understanding of these areas and a way to access resources quickly. Richard will expose the legal system and underlying process in helping clients when confronted with these life changing events and the bridge to how counseling may help not only the legal outcome but also the health of the individual and family.
Presented by Richard Katzman, Esq.
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Buy-Sell Agreement and Contingency Planning
$0.00Greg and Alex will discuss common issues business owners need to address regarding buy-sell agreements including: advantages, disadvantages, the different types, funding alternatives, valuation issues, and common problems business owners encounter.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Greg Banner, CLU®, CFP®, CRTP and Alex Matuk, Esq.
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Large IRA
$25.00Do you know what kills more large IRA accounts than anything else? – Admiration. Admiration kills large IRA accounts because the owner, and even the financial advisor who helped them grow the account, fail to plan for the ultimate income and potential estate taxes due on the balance. Instead, they get caught up in growing the account to the largest possible balance, admiring each statement and deriving great satisfaction from their savings and investment success. Come and learn how to leverage an IRA into a legacy asset that supports not only the owner and their spouse, but also several generations of beneficiaries.
Presented by Aubrey Morrow
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The Art of Professional Collaboration
$25.00Affluent clients require increasingly sophisticated strategies and tools to adequately address their estate, financial and philanthropic objectives. It is becoming more difficult as well as risky for any individual firm or practitioner to attempt to address all of these needs. As a result, it is necessary for professionals to work collaboratively. If you are interested in working collaboratively, this workshop will introduce and define the creation, structure, operation, challenges and rewards of professional collaboration.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by John Jenkins, AEP®, EA, CFP®
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The Evolution of Planning with Entrepreneurs – What’s Next?
$25.00Financial, legal, and tax products and structures are NOT what entrepreneur clients are seeking. Join Eve as she reveals how C-suite options and staffing may help you be seen as the advisor that truly helps the business grow and the owner take a step back. Create value for your clients, planning/product opportunities, and the asset your clients have always wanted – market for and help clients in a whole new way.
Presented by Eve Nasby
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Health Care Reform 101 with Kristin Kahle
$25.00Join Kristin as she shares insights to help you and your clients understand how they will be affected by the health care reform. Learn the 41 taxes inside health care; what the employer shared responsibilities are; timelines and deadlines; what you need to know about compliance; and business strategy ideas that will help your business owner clients plan for the future.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Kristin Kahle, MBA
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Final Peace to Pre-Planning
$25.00Celesd will have a conversation with you about the financial and emotional benefits of pre-arranging funeral and cemetery needs long before the need arises. What you learn in this course will position you to better help your clients understand the advantages of pre-planning and securing this final piece, and how it will positively impact their overall financial and family protection strategies. We will also discuss how to supplement your service offerings through professional collaboration.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording of the presentation.)
Presented by Celesd. F. Willoughby, Advanced Planning Department Manager for Dignity Memorial
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WealthCounsel
$25.00WealthCounsel has helped thousands of members build rewarding practices for more than 15 years.
Join Matt to learn how WealthCounsel continues to move forward to equip your practice to thrive and
serve clients with compelling services in a post-ATRA world.(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording of the presentation. Presentation made
using proprietary software and no Power Point was used.)Presented by Matt McClintock
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Welcome to America – Can You Spare a Buck For the Government?
$25.00When assisting foreign nationals with investing in the U.S., one of the most important discussions will inevitably be the one about taxes. Whether a client or his/her business will be exposed to U.S. taxation and to what extent will depend on the residence of the client. The client might be subject to U.S. taxation on his/her worldwide income – or he/she may be subject to income tax only with respect to “U.S. source income” and income that is “effectively connected” with a U.S. trade or business. The session will highlight some of the areas of U.S. taxation to consider when planning for your inbound investor clients.
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Presented by Max Riederer von Paar, Esq. & Steven Garmo, Esq.
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Expectation Marketing
$25.00Setting the stage for rapport in larger business events, cocktail conversations, private social events, and first business meetings often leads to larger engagements. But the two most common questions are “What do I say?” and “How do I say it?” – join Shelley and Joe as they discuss what’s really important and how you can deliver a consistent and effective message during all those conversations and presentations to lead to larger engagements with your favorite type of clients.
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Presented by Shelley Lightfoot, Executive Director and Joseph J. Strazzeri, Esq.
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1031 Tax-Deferred Exchange Refresher Digital
$25.00As the real estate market picks up, 1031 tax-deferred exchanges are making a come-back–make sure you are up-to-date. Kelly will briefly review the basics of forward and reverse exchanges and provide you with an update on recent changes in the tax law. She will also discuss the benefits of exchanges of non-real estate assets.
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Presented by Kelly Pearl, CES
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Helping Clients Navigate the San Diego Real Estate Market
$25.00From record highs to frightening lows, our local real estate market has experienced extremes over the past decade. Now, more than ever, clients are looking for credible advice in one of two areas – how do they exit over-leveraged, underwater residential real estate? Or, how might they take advantage of potential opportunities? This session will be an active discussion on strategies for exit as well as for investment. We’ll also discuss how you can position yourself to help clients that are seeking advice.
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Presented by Ryan Ponsford
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The Three Doors of Estate Planning
$25.00This workshop will explore the 3 doors of estate planning: family, charity, and the IRS. It will point out that client estates normally go through only two of the three doors – the ones they choose either consciously (through planning) or unconsciously (without planning). We will further demonstrate the planning strategies available to maximize the benefits to families and minimize if not completely zero-out the benefit to the IRS.
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Presented by John Jenkins, AEP, EA, CFP
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Tax-Advantage Opportunities for Business Owners
$25.00Traditionally, companies chose between implementing either a Defined Contribution Plan, such as a 401(k)/profit sharing plan, or a Defined Benefit Plan. Each type of plan has benefits and limitations. Bill will discuss the benefits and features of Defined Benefit Plans and the opportunity that recent tax law changes present. These rule changes have fostered the resurgence of qualified retirement plans, especially for partners/owners looking for larger tax deductions and asset protection.
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Presented by William Fortner
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Introducing Collaborative Partners & Understanding Their Revenue
$25.00Why is it that some referral sources introduce clients that are excited about your advice and become your perfect client; while other referral sources seem to produce inquisitive potential clients that are at best luke warm? Through facilitation, in inter-disciplinary groups, review processes that have proven results and create your own process to implement with your referral sources and team.
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Presented by Joe Strazzeri, Esq. and Shelley Lightfoot, Executive Director
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Building a More Modern Portfolio
$25.00Financial market risks are currently high for both equity and fixed income investments. One tried and true method for managing these risks is diversification. However, markets have become increasingly correlated, reducing the benefits of diversification achieved through allocations to traditional stocks and bonds alone. Alternative investments have been in high demand as advisors and investors look for portfolio diversifiers to help smooth portfolio volatility, especially during times of crises. Jason and Maureen will discuss the importance of liquid, transparent, exchange traded alternatives.
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Presented by Presented by Jason D. Griffith, Vice President Institutional Sales and Maureen Verduyn, CFP®, MEd
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Rising Above The Numbers/Technical – Real Planning Done Right
$25.00Join Scott and Marty to review a case study from a funding and outcome perspective. See how the correct tax answer may have underserved the client’s desires and how Scott’s process attracted and bonded the client to the “solution” and his practice. Focus on and protect the most important values and objectives of the client while still serving the tax, numbers, and technical factors – a practical discussion to apply in your business.
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Presented by Scott Noble, CPA, PFS & Marty Burbank, Esq.
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What Rich People Really Want
$25.00Do you really know what your affluent clients want? They may communicate to you what they think they “need,” but many times advisors miss the true intended “want” and end up providing complex solutions versus simplistic resolutions. Join Jeffrey and Lynsey as they help us explore the high-net-worth client environment – wealth transfers, intra-family discussions, realistic and potential tragedies, client education, communication, and understanding, as well as how you can conceivably become the central resource for the entire family.
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Presented by <em>Jeffrey Dunham, CEO and Founder & Lynsey Richardson, Private Client Analyst</em>
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The Four Keys To Marketing Your Practice
$25.00This presentation will share what Mark Merenda has learned in 18 years of marketing professional services. It will discuss branding and image; building a professional referral network; marketing directly to the consumer; and using the Internet to attract your ideal clients.
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Presented by Mark Merenda
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Your Client’s Employee Benefits Package
$25.00Share with your clients how to integrate the multiple facets of an employee benefits package including: Qualified Plan Regulations and Fiduciary Liability; Defined Benefit Plan Rescue; SEP IRA vs. Simple IRA vs. 401(k); Bundled vs. Unbundled Service Providers; Group Health; Payroll; and other components of Corporate Wellness. Maureen and Nick will review how practitioners can understand and communicate the associated pros and cons to help business owners move forward in this confusing environment.
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The Valuation Enhancement Approach (Gathering 2013)
$25.00Help Entrepreneur Families identify risk concentration and build value in: Businesses, Real Estate, Alternative Investments, and Conventional Investments. Review and learn how to capitalize on the unique differences among building value, driving cash flow, as well as minimizing cost and vulnerability. Identifying and reducing risks has the effect of increasing valuation multiples. Carl and Joe will share how to fill knowledge gaps and get to the heart of the true client issues through intake, research, analysis, and perspective before planning.
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What’s New
$25.00Our ninth annual current developments program will focus on the new planning issues and opportunities that will impact our financial advisor, CPA, insurance professional, trust officer, and attorney practices. In a lively, highly interactive session we will share those things that are practical and relevant in 2013 and beyond that will bring real value to our clients as we learn together what’s new, what we didn’t know, and what has changed from what we thought we knew.
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Presented by David K. Cahoone, Esq.
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The Valuation Enhancement Approach
$25.00Help Entrepreneur Families identify risk concentration and build value in: Businesses, Real Estate, Alternative Investments, and Conventional Investments. Review and learn how to capitalize on the unique differences among building value, driving cash flow, as well as minimizing cost and vulnerability. Identifying and reducing risks has the effect of increasing valuation multiples. Carl will share how to fill knowledge gaps and get to the heart of the true client issues through intake, research, analysis, and perspective before planning.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Carl Sheeler, PhD, ASA, CBA, CVA.
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Begin With the End in Mind
$25.00From Choosing an Entity (Sole Proprietorships, Partnerships, Corporations, and Limited Liability Companies)to Evaluating the Entities, this course surveys each business entity option. Multiple considerations dictate which choice of entity, for example: What are the business goals of the owner(s)? How does ownership, liability protection, capitalization, management, sale of the business, estate planning, taxation, and owner and employee benefits affect the choice of business entity? Learn The Entity Choice Matrix.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Greg Banner, CLU®, CFP®, CRTP and Alejandro Matuk, Esq.
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The Large IRA
$25.00Do you know what kills more large IRA accounts than anything else? – Admiration. Admiration kills large IRA accounts because the owner, and even the financial advisor who helped them grow the account, fail to plan for the ultimate income and potential estate taxes due on the balance. Instead, they get caught up in growing the account to the largest possible balance, admiring each statement and deriving great satisfaction from their savings and investment success. Come and learn how to leverage an IRA into a legacy asset that supports not only the owner and their spouse, but also several generations of beneficiaries.
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Presented by John Jenkins, AEP, EA, CFP
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7 Steps to Successful Business Exit Strategies
$25.00Every business owner needs to plan with the end in mind as to how they are going to transition out of their business. Exit planning is a customized process of setting goals and deciding how to best achieve them. Proper exit planning will help maximize a business owner’s return and minimize the tax liability when the business is transferred or sold.
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Presented by Greg Banner, CLU, CFP, CRTP and Alejandro Matuk, Esq.
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Engaging Clients with Real Estate at Thursday Insights
$25.00All of our clients own real estate – from their primary residence to vast portfolios of various real estate asset classes. The majority are working to find the answer as to where they should allocate capital – addressing their non-performing assets versus looking into new investment opportunities. They are coming to you, their trusted advisors, in search for wise counsel. In this discussion, we will walk through real examples of what has worked for clients in distressed situations as well as the landscape for investors. You will be provided with tools and ideas for engaging these clients in conversation and strategic counsel.
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Presented by Ryan Ponsford and Freddy Garmo, Esq.
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How Charitable Strategies Enhance Estates – 2013
$25.00Wealthy families cannot leave 100% of their estates to their children and grandchildren because the estate and the gift transfer tax system intervene. This workshop will demonstrate how philanthropy actually enhances what the family receives while benefiting worthy charitable causes in meaningful ways.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by John L. Jenkins, AEP, EA, CFP
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Are you Referable?
$25.00We are living at a time when extraordinary estate and wealth strategies planning advisors are needed like never before. As a result, the public is searching for answers on how to preserve and protect what they have; and for answers on how to thrive into the future. This course is a dialogue on professional collaboration and the type of practice your referral sources and clients experience – your practice as seen through the eyes of others. It introduces you to techniques which you and your team may use to gain the skills and quiet confidence to position your practice in the forefront of your community and how you can become a “referable” resource to others. Your practice is like no other and should be unique to you.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording of the presentation.)
Presented by Shelley Lightfoot, Executive Director, and Steve Mancini, Esq.
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Creating Enhanced Client Value
$25.00Help Entrepreneur Families identify risk concentration and build value in their holdings. Review and learn how to capitalize on the unique differences among building value and cash flow for both the client and your own business. This presentation has two components: (A) What entrepreneurial and UHNW families have stated they want from their advisors and how delivering it increases client retention and billings opportunities. This will address everything from virtual family offices to quarterbacking partial and full liquidity options and (2) How practitioners who assist clients in identifying and reducing risks create increased valuation multiples. This will discuss due diligence from the legal, tax, strategic, and financial buyer perspective. Carl will share how to fill knowledge gaps and true client issues through intake, research, analysis, and perspective that goes well beyond basic planning.
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Presented by Carl Sheeler, Phd, CBA, AVA
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Buy Sell Agreements
$25.00Greg and Alex will discuss common issues business owners need to address regarding buy-sell agreements including: Advantages, disadvantages, the different types, funding alternatives, valuation issues and common problems business owners encounter.
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Presented by Gregory Banner, CFP, CLU and Alejandro Matuk, Esq.
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Long Term Care Insurance
$25.00Trey and Teri will review the progression of long term care planning up to today with a focus on how insurance products are used to solve needs. This will be a market focused discussion with emphasis on a variety of solutions and how those solutions relate to estate planning and wealth transfer planning – it’s not just for the mainstream. Discover how to recognize and provide the best long term care options for your clients and their families.
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Presented by Trey Fairman, J.D., LL.M and Teri A. Olsen, President, LTC Experts
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3 Doors to Estate Planning
$25.00This workshop will explore the three doors to estate planning: family; charity; and the IRS. It will point out that client estates normally go through only two of the three doors – the ones they choose either consciously (through planning) or unconsciously (without planning). We will further demonstrate the planning strategies available to maximize the benefits to families and minimize, if not completely zero out, the benefit to the IRS.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by John Jenkins, AEP, EA, CFP
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Traditional Estate & Business Planning
$25.00By combining your client’s legal, financial, tax, philanthropic, and business matters into a unified plan, you can:
– Increase your client’s control over his or her affairs;
– Assure the continuance of your client’s lifestyle and the protection of your client’s assets;
– Enable your client to pass his or her values and work ethic to his or her heirs;
– Substantially reduce excise, gift, estate, income, and generation-skipping taxes;
– Manage the value of your client’s business interests; and
– Keep your client’s affairs free from publicity and the costs and delay of probate.(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Joe Strazzeri, Esq. and Alejandro Matuk, Esq.
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Delivering Vision
$25.00Peter will provide you with the tools to partner with your business owner clients and guide them through a process that identifies their vision and goals; determines the current value of their business now versus where they want it to be; and develops a gap or surplus plan to increase income or take chips off the table. Help your business owners achieve their vision and get where they want it to be upon retirement.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Peter Sieffert, Business Consultant
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Income for Life Model: NextPhase, Retirement Income Distribution Solutions
$25.00The Income for Life Model® is an investment strategy with the objective of providing inflation-adjusted income for life. The strategy allocates assets in a manner that places a heavy emphasis on guaranteed streams of income that continue over long periods of time. This is extremely important because Americans are increasingly being forced to rely upon their own retirement savings to create the retirement income they will need. With longevity increasing and interest rates low, creating durable streams of retirement income can be challenging. The Income for Life Model® provides a sound foundation for creating that income.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by John Jenkins, AEP, EA, CFP
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Social Security: Your Questions Answered
$25.00Ryan will lead an interactive discussion regarding the following questions about social security: Will Social Security be there for me in retirement? How can I maximize my Social Security benefit? When should I take Social Security? What are survivor and spousal benefits and who is eligible? What are the Windfall Elimination Period and the Government Pension Offset? How do I coordinate Social Security with my other retirement benefits (pension, qualified plan, etc)? Learn how to answer these questions for your clients and yourself.
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Presented by Ryan Hyslop, AAMS
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Trustee Training – Rights and Responsibilities
$25.00A client or a client’s family member has just passed away and now the successor trustee must serve as trustee of the living trust. Are you prepared to handle the myriad of questions that successor trustees will have regarding their rights and responsibilities? Are you aware that tax and investment advice may be different in these situations? To help avoid personal liability, a trustee must seek professional financial, accounting, and legal advice. This course is an overview of the legal and procedural requirements of trust administration to assist trustees and their advisors to properly discharge their duties. It addresses the need for legal, tax, accounting, and complete investment planning in trust administration.
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Presented by Kimberly Vawter, Esq. and Stephanie Downer, Esq.
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How to Protect Your Business Owner Clients’ Most Valuable Assets
$25.00This informative technical session will help clients address planning techniques for taking chips off the table sooner, rather than later. The session will also cover different asset protection planning levels, ranging from domestic to offshore planning.
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Presented by Greg Banner, CPU, CLU and Joe Strazzeri, Esq.
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Supporting Family Offices, Trust Companies, and Fiduciaries
$25.00“Family Partnering” decreases risk and increases value through benchmarking, planning, and monitoring of families’ personal and asset goals. Joe and Carl share a way to collaborate with other advisors to serve and steward the specialized needs of successful families, businesses, and the family offices, trust companies, and fiduciaries that take care of them. The family engages the firm directly and in turn, with disclosure, and where appropriate, the law firm engages the necessary collaborative advisors in order to:
• Protect the other collaborative advisors’ work product as attorney client privileged;
• Create an open exchange of information among the family and all advisors; and
• Compensate the collaborative advisors from the over-all “Family Partnering” fee.(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Joseph Strazzeri, Esq. and Carl Sheeler, PhD, CBA, AVA
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The 5 Most Common Wealth Destroying Mistakes – Thursday Insights Presentation
$25.00Business owners are overwhelmed trying to increase their revenue and reduce expenses due to the challenging economy. It is virtually impossible for them to focus on the daily business challenges and maximize the wealth planning opportunities that are available within the company. Learn the five most common personal wealth destroying mistakes business owners make every day at the company level and how you can introduce a process to deliver the solutions they need to implement now.
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Presented by Mike Rodman, CFP
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Delivering Vision – Engage Your Business Owner Clients
$25.00Peter and Greg will provide you with the tools to partner with your business owner clients and guide them through a process that identifies their vision and goals; determines the current value of their business now versus where they want it to be; and develops a gap or surplus plan to increase income or take chips off the table. Help your business owners achieve their vision and get where they want to be upon retirement.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Greg Banner, CLU®, CFP®, CRTP and Peter Sieffert, Business Consultant
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The Best of Times – Worst of Times
$25.00Large Broker Dealers and Banks want assets under management and do “Planning” for free. Financial, accounting, and law firms are struggling through being squeezed on fees, losing their clients to software and larger more visible firms, all while facing increasing liability and regulatory complexity. Join the silverbacks, Simon and Alex, as they review just why everyone is looking for new clients and higher margins and how data mining software and collaboration are the keys to unlock opportunities in 2013. Why struggle when the answer is in front of us? The combination of data mining software; practical marketing implementation; as well as who to call and collaborate with are the keys – revisit, attract, and engage your favorite clients this year.
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Presented by Simon Singer, CFP®, RFC® and Alejandro Matuk, Esq.
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Political Showdown on Taxes
$25.00Join Laura and Steve as they discuss the most current tax reform activity in Washington and how it will affect you and your clients’ income tax planning for 2013. Politicians have been busy in Washington with each party challenging the other to a showdown. No matter which way you voted, it is clear that the passage of any sort of tax reform is going to require hard work and compromise on both sides of the aisle – learn how to help your clients.
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Presented by Laura Stees, CPA and Stephen J. Mancini, Esq
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Heritage Planning
$25.00John and Bill will share the elements of Heritage Planning – those things that are needed to sustain family wealth and unity across generations. The first two elements of planning, Estate and Financial Planning, allow your clients to pass what they “own” to future generations. Heritage Planning allows them to pass “who they are” to future generations. Heritage Planning does not compete with Estate and Financial Planning – rather, it is the next element needed to prepare the family and get them working together to stay together for multiple generations.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by John L. Jenkins, AEP®, EA, CFP®, Heritage Planner, & Bill Super, CPA
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Are You A Mac or PC?
$25.00When it comes to pricing, Apple and PC manufacturers adopted opposite pricing strategies. PCs won 90 percent of the market. But Apple is the most valuable company in the world. Who won? This presentation explores the psychology of pricing, what constitutes value, and why you may be drastically underpricing your services.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Mark Merenda
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Running Out of Money Without Proper Distribution Planning
$25.00John and Greg will discuss what Attorney’s need to be aware of when advising clients that are near retirement or retirees who have transitioned from an accumulation phase in their life to a distribution phase. They will discuss how clients can continue living a prosperous lifestyle with some guarantees by using time segmented distribution planning.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by John L. Jenkins, AEP®, EA, CFP® and Gregory R. Banner, CFP®, CLU®, CRTP
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Life Insurance – Appropriate? Or Even Necessary?
$25.00Life insurance is often intended to fulfill a valid need in your client’s estate plan, but is the policy sold always appropriate, or even necessary? In today’s changed world of taxation, client bias, and fiduciary responsibilities, Trey and Steve share a refreshing approach to illustrating the varied considerations for life insurance as well as how to more thoroughly assist your clients in their insurance planning choices.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Trey Fairman, J.D., LL.M. and Stephen J. Mancini, Esq.
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Understanding the Reporting Requirements and Liabilities for Business Owners
$25.00The business owner’s financial behavior drives outcomes and creates or expands boundaries for solutions. Have your clients had their ERISA 401K plan – and the related fiduciary responsibilities – put to the test? Join Maureen and Nick as they walk you through an actual plan diagnostic so you can learn how to protect your clients, the trustees of the plan, from undue liability.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Maureen Verduyn. CFP®, MEd and Nick Gardner
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From Their Perspective – How to be Relevant in Google-Land for Accountants
$25.00Clients and their advisors in today’s world “meet us before they meet us” – and what we mail to them is not as important as what they see and hear on their home computers. Join Rob and Pablo as they give you an overview of the various Internet tools and social media that you’ve heard about, as well as advanced ideas that you may not have heard about. Discover ways to compel your prospective clients to completely engage you, your team, and your process.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Rob Pene, Director of Digital Education and Communication and Pablo Palomino, Attorney
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Evolving the Business for Accountants – Yours and/or Your Clients’
$25.00The goal of an owner is to work more “on” the business – marketing, planning, building value, and preparing for succession. Profitable growth is dependent on the owner’s choice to see the business realities and partner with the Team. Joe and Paul will share a process to develop an informed, delegated, and motivated team, allowing the owner to only be as involved as they enjoy.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Paul Scott, CPA, ABV, CFF and Joseph J, Strazzeri, Esq.
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Proper Reporting May Prevent Estate Litigation
$25.00Understand the responsibilities your trustee clients take on and help them avoid common mistakes such as claiming disallowed or excessive administration expenses, mismanagement and distribution of trust assets, or failure to comply with trust accounting and reporting requirements. Join Alex and Wendy as they discuss why understanding the people, process, relationships, motivations, personal history, assets, taxation, valuations, timeframe and likelihood of outcomes are all just as important as the “facts and law.”
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Wendy Wilson, Esq. and Alejandro Matuk, Esq.
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Evolving the Business for Attorneys- You and/or Your Clients’
$25.00The goal of an owner is to work more “on” the business – marketing, planning, building value, and preparing for succession. Profitable growth is dependent on the owner’s choice to see the business realities and partner with the Team. Joe and Paul will share a process to develop an informed, delegated, and motivated team, allowing the owner to only be as involved as they enjoy.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Paul Scott, CPA, ABV, CFF and Joseph J, Strazzeri, Esq.
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A Different Perspective on Preparing for your Day in Court
$25.00Traditional litigation is frustrating, time consuming, and expensive – and it is about more than “going to court.” Join Wendy and Alex as they discuss why understanding the people, process, relationships, personal history, assets, taxation and valuations are as important as the “facts and law.” Consider using an Estate Litigation process to help you and your clients understand the timeframe and likelihood of outcomes, and reduce stress while achieving resolution and closure.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording of the presentation.)
Presented by Alejandro Matuk, Esq. and Wendy R. Wilson, Esq.
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From Their Perspective – How to be Relevant in “Google-Land” for Attorneys
$25.00Clients and their advisors in today’s world “meet us before they meet us” – and what we mail to them is not as important as what they see and hear on their home computers. Join Rob and Shelley as they give you an overview of the various internet tools and social media that you’ve heard about as well as advanced ideas that you may not have heard about. Discover ways to compel your prospective clients to completely engage you, your team, and your process.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Rob Pene, Director of Digital Education & Communication and Shelley Lightfoot, Executive Director
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Secrets From The Boardroom – Trusts & Public Mutual Funds for Attorneys
$25.00Understand the advantages of Nevada Trust Companies as well as a way to bond with your clients in a very personal way by helping them pass on more than just money. Jeff and Lynsey share ideas to be a hero in front of your clients, tell the truth about “no load” mutual funds, pay fees only for results, and help those with piles of muni bonds avoid the train wreck.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Jeffrey Dunham, CEO and Founder and Lynsey Richardson, Private Client Analysis
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Your Client Will Run Out of Money Without a Proper Distribution Plan – For Attorneys
$25.00John and Greg will discuss what Attorney’s need to be aware of when advising clients that are near retirement or retirees who have transitioned from an accumulation phase in their life to a distribution phase. They will discuss how clients can continue living a prosperous lifestyle with some guarantees by using time segmented distribution planning.
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Presented by John L. Jenkins, AEP®, EA, CFP® and Gregory R. Banner, CFP®, CLU®, CRTP
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Understanding the Liabilities for Business Owners as Fiduciaries
$25.00The business owner’s financial behavior drives outcomes and creates or expands boundaries for solutions. Have your clients had their ERISA 401K plan – and the related fiduciary responsibilities – put to the test? Join Maureen and Nick as they walk you through an actual plan diagnostic so you can learn how to protect your clients, the trustees of the plan, from undue liability.
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Presented by Maureen Verduyn. CFP®, MEd and Nick Gardner
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Marketing Lessons From The Movies
$25.00This fascinating and funny session uses clips from the movies and television to illustrate crucial marketing lessons that you will never forget!
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Presented by Mark Merenda
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Monetizing Current/Future Business Owner and Advisor Relationships
$25.00“Partnering”, “fee sharing,” and the ubiquitous “networking” and “collaborating” are almost always more sizzle than steak terms. If you don’t abide by the mantra doing the same thing over and over again will produce different results; when you’re a carpenter with a hammer, everything looks like a nail; or wondering what anyone has done for you lately, SCI’s Thursday Insights and my goal is to challenge you to leverage your talents, what and who you know, and to give others what they want…. NOT what you think they need! While this session will not teach you to turn lead into gold, it will provide some rare, and some common sense, insights on how to better approach relationship.
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Presented by Carl Sheeler, PhD, CBA, AVA
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Realities and Benefits of Using Alaska Trusts
$25.00Most advisors and attorneys wonder “How do I play with that person?” and “Do I lose control?” Alaska trusts are not only an advantageous asset protection method, but also allow the local financial planner to manage the assets. Tax reporting allows use of trust ID or the individual’s SSN.
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Presented by Kevin Sullivan, Esq. and Stephanie Downer, Esq., LL.M
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Secrets From The Boardroom? Trusts & Public Mutual Funds for ICAs
$25.00You’re helping your wealthiest clients and prospects plan their future. What’s really happening in the investment business? Expose the trust about “no load” mutual funds. Did you know you can pay fees based on results? Help those with piles of muni bonds understand and avoid the train wreck. Also understand what the buzz is about Nevada Trusts. Hear ways to bond with your clients in a very personal way for generations. Help them pass on more than just money – pass morals and values. Secure YOUR seat at the table for generations.
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Presented by Sal Capizzi, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer and Lynsey Richardson, Private Client Analyst
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Is Life Insurance Really Only About the Illustration of a Bucket, Two Graphs and Five Needs?
$25.00Life insurance is often intended to fulfill a valid need in your client’s estate plan, but is the policy sold always appropriate, or even necessary? In today’s changed world of taxation, client bias, and fiduciary responsibilities, Trey share a refreshing approach to illustrating the varied considerations for life insurance.
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Presented by Trey Fairman, JD, LL.M and Laura Stees, CPA
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Captive Insurance Companies – Opportunities and Hazards
$25.00Too many times promoters try to sell an idea to clients for the wrong purpose, which only drives eventual client dissatisfaction and IRS scrutiny. Although captive insurance companies are often thought of as an income tax strategy, the primary reason to consider and implement a captive insurance company is and must always be the covering of an insurable risk to the client’s primary company. Join Celia and Joe as they discuss appropriate goals and needs of the client, along with the intent of the laws and code sections as they relate to planning for captives.
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Presented by Celia Clark, Esq. and Stephanie Downer, Esq.
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Today’s Real Estate Market – The Values of Plans for My Home, My Residential Investment Property, and Those “Other Investment Classes”
$25.00From Ryan’s and John’s different and sometimes similar professional perspectives, explore the trials and tribulations that our clients are going through with their real estate as an investment class. With such client frustration and confusion, there is not only a need for collaborative tax, financial, and legal advice; there are also compensation opportunities for the wealth planner.
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Presented by Ryan Ponsford & John Jenkins, AEP®, EA, CFP®Click play to watch a short video about ‘Today’s Real Estate Market – The Values of Plans for My Home, My Residential Investment Property, and Those “Other Investment Classes”‘
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Understanding the Liabilities for Business Owners as Fiduciaries for ICAs
$25.00The business owner’s financial behavior drives outcomes and creates or expands boundaries for solutions. Have your clients had their ERISA 401K plan – and the related fiduciary responsibilities – put to the test? Join Maureen and Nick as they walk you through an actual plan diagnostic so you can learn how to protect your clients, the trustees of the plan, from undue liability.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Maureen Verduyn, CFP®, MEd and Nick Gardner, Financial Advisor
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Your Client Will Run Out of Money Without Proper Distribution Planning – for ICAs
$25.00John and Steve will discuss the challenges retirees face when converting from accumulation to distribution at retirement. They will introduce time segmented retirement distribution planning and the fiduciary responsibilities associated with this method – as well as viable options for leading a prosperous lifestyle with some guarantees.
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Presented by John L. Jenkins, AEP®, EA, CFP® and Steve Mancini, Esq.Click play to watch a short video on ‘Your Client Will Run Out of Money Without Proper Distribution Planning’
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America’s New Gold Rush – Working with Affluent Foreign Nationals
$25.00Historically, America has been a land of opportunity attracting immigrants. Today, more than any other time, large numbers of affluent foreign nationals and then inbound money, are coming to America. These foreign nationals represent a little understood and vastly under-served client who is in need of new advisors. Ryan and Alex will explore and discuss the different paths to America, helping you identify new investment and advisor opportunities.
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Presented by Ryan Alexeev, Esq. and Alex Matuk, Esq.
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A New Way to Attract Business Owners
$25.00The goal of an owner is to work more “on” the business – marketing, planning, building value, and preparing for succession. Profitable growth is dependent on the owner’s choice to see the business realities and partner with the Team. Paul and Shelley will share a process to develop an informed, delegated, and motivated team, allowing the owner to only be as involved as they enjoy. Consider your practice and consider a new way to attract business owners.
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California Forums 2013 – 20% Off – Full 9 Part Series
$180.00The Southern California Institute is very excited and proud to present the California Forum 2013 – Working with Successful Families and Business Owners on August 23, 2013. As you know, during these confusing and difficult times it is even more important that we gather together to share insights, education and collegiality. This Series includes the following:
Business Owners with More Than 50 Employees – Concerned About 2014
The Elusive $15MM – $75MM Entrepreneurial Family: What You & They Should Know
And the Winner Is . . . Nevada?
Philanthropic Planning in SD with Sharp HealthCare
Changing the Dialogue
In the Brave New World of FATCA & Co: Is Offshore Planning Dead?
Shifting Focus to Grow Your Business
The 5 Most Common Wealth Destroying Mistakes Business Owners Make at the Company Level and How to Fix Them
What Matters(Purchase of this product will include PDF copies of the presentations.)
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What Now for Estate Planning – 20% Off – Full 9 Part Series
$180.00What Now for Estate Planning Attorneys and Their Practice?
March 22, 2013, San Diego, CA
COMPARE AND CONTRAST VENDORS AND PROGRAMS THAT WANT TO HELP YOU INCREASE YOUR REVENUE
The Southern California Institute is very excited to provide this unique opportunity for Estate Planning Attorneys to
compare and contrast various services such as marketing, drafting software, practice management, communication
software, and education programs – all in one place! Join us for a full day with the providers themselves –
understand the tools available to help you determine what you should be doing to attract, engage, and work with your
favorite clients now; learn new ways to increase your revenue; and/or determine your new direction for this year and next.(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording of each presentation and a PDF copy of most presentations.
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Behind the Conversation – Full 6 Part Series
$397.00Through-out our teaching courses we often get asked “but how is it really done and what do you say?” With Shelley’s help, the Fellows of the Southern California Institute have boiled down the essence of successful conversations and what is behind them. Join us for an informative and interactive day with Joe and Steve as they guide conversations on six specific subjects to help you attract, engage, and work with affluent families and business owners.
EXPECTATION MARKETING – setting the stage for rapport in larger business events, cocktail conversations, private social events, and first business meetings
THE COMPELLING MESSAGE – attracting and engaging through your Benefit & Process
CURIOSITY – the key to client understanding, comfort, and planning
THE POWER OF PARABLES – being vulnerable to help others see
CLIENT FACILITATION – listening, restating, understanding, and guiding toward their Summary to Action
CLIENT PARTNERING – applying “what’s behind it counseling” and rapport for deeper commitments
(Purchase of this product will include Video recordings, Audio recordings, and PDF copies of the presentations.)
Presented by Joseph J. Strazzeri, Esq.
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Changing the Dialogue
$25.00Collaboration – often talked about, seldom done well, and mostly boring. Join Joe and Steve in an interactive dialogue as they review how to change the client/advisor conversation; reinforce yourself as a consultant instead of just another sales person; and bring various parties together focusing on clients’ priorities. Increase the probability of a client engagement through financial/legal strategies as well as choosing from client advising, engagement, or partnering practice models.
(Purchase of this product will include a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Joe Strazzeri, Esq. and Stephen Mancini, Esq.
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Philanthropic Planning in SD with Sharp HealthCare
$25.00During the last decade the Foundations of Sharp HealthCare, through helping advisors and their clients, have generated more than $160 million in philanthropy. For many years, Sharp has been the beneficiary of not only generous planned gifts from individuals and families, but also of the support, engagement, and advice of gift and estate planning professionals; notably through the Sharp Family of Advisors and its series of small group forums. Learn how to be part of the Sharp Family of Advisors, help your clients, and stay informed in the ever changing health care landscape.
(Purchase of this product will include a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Bill Littlejohn, CEO, Sharp HealthCare Foundation
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And the Winner Is . . . Nevada?
$25.00Nevada is a top tier jurisdiction when it comes to asset protection and trust planning . . . WHY IS THIS? This presentation will address key advantages of Nevada jurisdiction and laws, including asset protection strategies, tax environment, and dynastic planning. Attorneys, financial advisors, CPAs, and other key client advisors will learn how to help clients reach their planning goals while growing their own practices and profitability.
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Presented by Jeffrey Dunham and Jeffrey Burr, Esq.
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The Elusive $15MM – $75MM Entrepreneurial Family
$25.00Between the >$10MM wealthy and the incredibly UHNW Family Office of $300MM+ lies the oft misunderstood and under-appreciated family business founder, family, and staff who have concentrated risk and have prevailed against the onslaught of business, personal, and advisory challenges. What do they think, want, and need? Why do they heed some advice and not others? How does an advisor differentiate him/herself with true “value-add” services and enjoy high client retention and amazingly higher fees year-after-year? Hint: It isn’t firm size that matters and transactional mindsets seldom work.
(Purchase of this product will include a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Carl Sheeler, PHD, CBA, AVA and Joe Strazzeri, Esq.
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Business Owners with More Than 50 Employees
$25.00With margins for these business owners having been so tight over the past few years, the increased cost of health care for their employees may cause many businesses to go into the red. Join the leadership team as they reveal the truths behind health care reform and how it affects the business owner that is your client. Come away with the language and tools to help your client see into the future, understand the real risks, and plan for the contingencies.
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Presented by Sharp HealthCare Executive Leadership Team
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What Matters?
$25.00Traditionally, people, especially professionals, have limited any discussion of wealth to financial assets: investments, real estate, cash, and worldly possessions. But when asked what we value most in life the majority of people say: family, health, friends, values, skills, and relationships. We might even add our accumulated wisdom, education, life lessons, and our experiences in the school of hard knocks. Furthermore, when asked what the biggest investment we ever made in our lives was, people typically respond with the time, energy, love, and commitment they made in building their family. “What Matters” will introduce you to a more holistic view of Family Wealth. This discovery will change everything you’ve ever thought about estate planning.
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Presented by John Jenkins, CEO
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Client Partnering
$75.00Are you able to achieve a true “team” through collaborating with a variety of professionals for your client? Are all professionals contributing intellectual property and feel more bought into the process and plan for the client? How will you achieve the goals your clients have? In this session, you will be able to work through the process of a type of Review, Design, and Implementation strategy so that you have your client's best interest in place and allow room for proper compensation for all professionals involved.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Speakers: Joseph J. Strazzeri and Stephen Mancini
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Expectation Marketing
$75.00Often times when you are marketing to potential clients or referral sources, you may not receive your ideal client or referrals. In this session, you will learn why it is important to set the stage before the first meeting and lay out the expectations prior to, allowing for a smoother initial visit. Learn specifics on how to implement a proper marketing approach that gives potential clients and referrals sources a window into who you are and your expectations before hand.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Speakers: Joseph J. Strazzeri and Stephen Mancini
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Premier Software
$25.00Premier has unique practice area add-ons and a one of a kind support forum with live web based classes, training videos, best practice knowledge base and more. They are committed to use of technology to make you and your staff far more efficient and effective in all you do.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Tom Caffrey
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Strazzeri Mancini, LLP
$25.00All of us run in to clients with advanced needs where we want to help. Join Steve to learn more about co-counsel relationships and the planning process to help affluent families and business owners. Take a look at www.strazzerimancini.com and the FamilyCare Wealth Strategies Planning Group tab to see if this kind of planning and process might be right to collaborate into your practice and increase your revenue, while maintaining your client relationships for years thereafter.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Joseph J. Strazzeri and Stephen Mancini
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Client Facilitation
$75.00Working with clients and their advisors can be full of different dynamics and models. From a collaborative approach to a one time technician approach, this session will explore various models of working with clients and their advisors. Often times, professionals have difficulty balancing their time, expertise, and/or services with proper compensation for the appropriate effort involved. You will learn how to navigate through those discussions and find out how to be compensated for the work you do and the expertise you have.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Speakers: Joseph J. Strazzeri and Stephen Mancini.
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SCI
$25.00Whether your need or desire is wealth planning education, collaborative relationship building opportunities, or partnering to help refine your practice, SCI has a program that can help. Join Shelley to learn more about Successful Family and Business Owner Events, Wealth Advisor Education Programs, Wealth Advisor Partnering Programs, and our Speakers Bureau.
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Presented by Shelley Lightfoot
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The Power of Parables
$75.00A parable is an allegorical story designed to teach a lesson or communicate a principal. In this session, you will learn 2 types of highly effective parables, how to differentiate between the two, and how to use each at varying times in the conversation for the purpose of helping others to see and creating a space of vulnerability which further enhances a trusting environment.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Speakers: Joseph J. Strazzeri and Stephen Mancini
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Business Valuations LTD
$25.00Valuations are often simply seen as tools to: enhance discounts for gifting; justify loan amounts; and plan for buy/sell agreements and their funding. Though these tools are important to the estate and business planning attorney, they fall short of positioning that attorney as an ongoing key advisor to the business owner. Join Carl to learn how to partner with your valuation expert to help business owners increase value in their business through decreasing risk in identifiable and measurable ways each year.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Carl Sheeler and Joseph J. Strazzeri
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ElderCounsel
$25.00Our population is aging rapidly while long-term care costs continue to rise. Now more than ever seniors and their loved ones are concerned about how to find and pay for long-term care. Assisting seniors and their families with planning to cover these issues before a health care crisis occurs is a valuable service that very few attorneys are currently offering. In this session Valerie will show you how you can leverage your estate planning knowledge to offer a different type of asset protection for a very special segment of our population – our seniors.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Valerie Peterson
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Dunham Trust Company
$25.00In our estate and business planning practices, our clients often consider a corporate trustee to act and help as a current or successor trustee to their estate plan and/or asset protection plan. Join Jeffrey to more thoroughly understand the world of corporate fiduciaries and the compensation element to those fiduciaries and possibly the referring attorney.
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Presented by Jeffrey Dunham
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Shifting Focus to Grow Your Business
$25.00Everyone talks about working on your business rather than working in your business but few actually get it done. Peter and Greg will present to you a simple proven tool and unique methodology to create a framework and step-by-step plan to better manage your business and help your business clients do the same.
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Presented by Greg Banner, CLU, CFP, CRTP and Peter Sieffert, Business Consultant
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In the Brave New World of FATCA & Co: Is Offshore Planning Dead?
$25.00Many planners may finally given up on the idea of planning with offshore entities in the time of FATCA and transparency. However, offshore planning is alive and well. Offshore entities can help with asset protection planning, tax planning for inbound investments, pre-immigration planning, diversification of assets, and international estate planning. Max and Alex will discuss the ins and outs of offshore planning in today’s world (as well as the related due diligence and reporting requirements) to allow wealth planning advisors to identify possible pitfalls and to make educated decisions.
(Purchase of this product will include a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Max Riederer von Paar, Esq. and Alex Matuk, Esq.
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Secrets from the Board Room – Trusts & Public Mutual Funds for Accountants
$25.00You’re helping your wealthiest clients plan for their future, but how can you help protect them without taking on too much liability yourself? Understand the advantages of Nevada Trust Companies as well as a way to bond with your clients in a very personal way by helping them pass on more than just money. Jeff and Lynsey share ideas to secure a seat at the table for generations by pulling the curtain back to expose the Wizard of Oz – be a hero in front of your clients, tell them the truth about “no load” mutual funds, paying fees only for results, and help those with piles of muni bonds avoid the train wreck. Presented by Jeffrey Dunham, CEO and Founder and Lynsey Richardson, Private Client Analysem.
Understand the advantages of Nevada Trust Companies as well as a way to bond with your clients in a very personal way by helping them pass on more than just money. Jeff and Lynsey share ideas to be a hero in front of your clients, tell the truth about “no load” mutual funds, pay fees only for results, and help those with piles of muni bonds avoid the train wreck.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Presented by Jeffrey Dunham, CEO and Founder and Lynsey Richardson, Private Client Analyzer
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Social Media – Creating Your Online Presence and Keeping Compliant?
$25.00Clients and their advisors in today’s world “meet us before they meet us” – and what we mail to them is not as important as what they see and hear on their home computers. Many advisors today are faced with the challenge of creating an online presence that also keeps the compliance officers happy. Join Jeff and Rob as they give you an overview of the various Internet tools and social media that you’ve heard about, as well as advanced ideas that you may not have heard about.
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Presented by Jeff Groves, President, Complianceworks, Inc. and Rob Pene, Director of Digital Education and Communication
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The 5 Most Common Wealth Destroying Mistakes Business Owners Make – California Forum Presentation
$25.00Business owners are overwhelmed with trying to increase their revenues and reduce expenses due to the challenging economy. It is virtually impossible for them to focus on the daily business challenges and maximize the wealth planning opportunities that are available within the company. Learn the 5 most common personal wealth destroying mistakes business owners are making everyday at the company level and how you can introduce a process to deliver the solutions that they need to implement now.
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Presented by Mike Rodman, CFP
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Curiosity in Counseling
$75.00This series focuses on the deeper themes when considering what is “behind the conversation” and how to navigate through it when the time presents itself. Having an understanding that goes beyond the surface of hearing what is said, but asking appropriate questions to get to the underlying issue behind it all, has a lot to do with a proper approach to curiosity. In this session, you will learn necessary tools on what to say and how you say it during your conversations with other professionals and/or clients.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Speakers: Joseph J. Strazzeri and Stephen Mancini
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Four Keys to Marketing Your Practice
$25.00Over 18 years of helping attorneys get new clients, four key strategies have emerged as most effective. SmartMarketing president Mark Merenda shares the techniques you can use immediately to grow your revenue, increase your profit, and achieve your ideal practice.
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Presented by Mark Merenda
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The Compelling Message
$75.00How do you create a message for yourself and/or your firm that causes the listener to want to work with you? Many times the way we, as professionals, use words and phrases are generic and can be used across the board by other organizations and firms. Does your message include ways to communicate your unique difference amongst competitors? Are potential clients able to identify who you are, why you do what you do, and the things that make you ideal for them? Or create a desire in them to want to work with you? This session will teach you the why and how on forming this type of message.
(Purchase of this product will include a Video recording, an Audio recording, and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Speakers: Joseph J. Strazzeri and Stephen Mancini
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Laureate Program
$25.00All of our practices have the core area that we are comfortable in and has served our clients well. In today’s market the questions that face us are: Do I continue to serve this market?; If I continue to service this market, should I add another?; Am I qualified, or how do I become qualified in another area?; and What should that other area be? If you are considering planning for those 200,000 (or 2,000,000) families in America, the compensation that accompanies it, and the maintenance programs for sustaining a practice, then review with Joe how the Laureate Program can help.
(Purchase of this product will include an Audio recording and a PDF copy of the presentation.)
Speakers: Joseph J. Strazzeri, Stephen Mancini
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