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Over the last 5 years the excitement of investing in Real Estate has returned to the levels of the early 2000s. Property values have been soaring and people are getting Real Estate Rich once again. Now, with interest rates rising and property prices staying high, what should you consider if you want to get in? Is it too late? What...

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As the economy has shifted and we all take a step back to reevaluate what is most important, the question we’ve been getting a lot recently, is “Where do I Start?” At Blue Rock Financial Group we work with three main groups of clients: For each of these groups, the considerations are similar but slightly different. Business Owners For most,...

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If you find a dollar on the ground, you’d excitedly pick it up. Yet, most leave many (thousands) of dollars each year in tax savings up for grabs. & the worst part? They don’t even know it. This is what it’s like to not know about: To understand how to not leave capital gains tax savings on the table, we’ll...

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There are many things you can avoid in life such as cavities if you brush and floss your teeth. On the other hand, paying taxes is an unavoidable responsibility, yet you can reduce the amount owed by keeping yourself informed of recent tax laws and utilizing the provisions in the tax code. The US House of Representatives passed the Consolidated...

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Cash flow is a crucial aspect of your financial health and stability. It enables you to meet current financial obligations while simultaneously reaching future goals. Having awareness of your cash flow (such as how much money is coming in vs how much is being spent or saved) gives you greater certainty and confidence when planning your financial future. Lacking this...

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Taxes are an inevitable part of life, and each year when we file, most of us in our working years will be hit with a hefty bill. There are, however, strategies that can reduce and sometimes even eliminate your tax liability. Reducing taxes takes planning and the foresight to take advantage of all the tax breaks that the tax code...

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A significant part of many people’s compensation comes in the form of benefits on top of their salary. Many of these benefits come with options that the employee must select, or the benefits work in conjunction with other financial products that are purchased outside of the workplace. It is important to maximize these benefits and understanding all of the nuances...

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When you hit 65 years of age, it can feel like a daunting task navigating Medicare. When should I enroll, what if I’m still covered by a health plan at work, how is Medicare different from my private insurance? Blue Rock’s Founder Todd Roselle, CFP®, ChFC®, and special guest Medicare Supplement Expert Jerry O’Neil answer all these questions and then...

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From the start, a 1031 exchange can sound like a property investor’s dream. Deferring capital gains when you sell an investment property is enticing. However, it’s important to understand all the components of a 1031 exchange to help determine if it’s the best option for you.  What is a 1031 exchange?  A 1031 exchange is a method of exchanging like-kind...

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The origination of stocks and bonds comes from a company’s desire to grow. This desire to grow is constrained by a company’s cost of capital. Or  The cost of obtaining money through issuing debt (bonds) or equity (stocks).  This is the rate of return that a company pays to investors who supply them money to grow. Internally, a company optimizes...

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