Core Insights - A 29-year-old mother revealed her husband's financial infidelity, which includes concealing $117,000 in debt, threatening their financial future [1] - The immediate crisis involves over $47,000 in high-interest debt, with rates reaching as high as 32% [3] Debt Management Strategies - Financial experts suggest considering withdrawing $8,000 from a $29,000 mutual fund to pay off high-interest credit cards, despite general advice against using investments for debt repayment [3] - The Reddit community recommends two main strategies: - "Stop the bleeding" by using mutual fund money to pay off the highest APR debts, known as the debt avalanche method [4] - "Get ruthless" by creating a detailed budget, potentially selling assets like a car, and exploring debt consolidation options [5][6]

You can find original article here WealthManagement. Subscribe to our free daily WealthManagement newsletters. Wealthtech platform Orion has introduced Tailored Allocation Portfolios, which combine the company’s direct indexing services with third-party model portfolios.  The models, featuring ETFs and mutual funds, are provided by First Trust Advisors, Janus Henderson and Russell Investments, with the expectation that more third-party managers will join the line-up at a later date. Orion Custom In ...

Core Insights - Robo-advisors provide a cost-effective alternative to traditional financial advisors by using algorithms to manage investments based on user input regarding risk tolerance and investment goals [1][2][6] - They typically charge lower fees, starting around 0.25% of assets under management (AUM), compared to traditional advisors who charge between 0.5% to 1.5% [6][12] - Robo-advisors often require lower minimum investments, with some platforms allowing users to start with as little as $1 to $5 [6][12] Group 1: How Robo-Advisors Work - Users begin by completing a questionnaire to assess their risk tolerance and investment goals, which the robo-advisor uses to create a tailored portfolio [2][3] - Portfolios usually consist of mutual funds and/or exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and are periodically rebalanced based on market conditions or changes in the user's financial situation [3][12] - Some robo-advisors implement tax-loss harvesting strategies to minimize tax liabilities by offsetting capital gains [3] Group 2: Cost Structure - Typical fees for robo-advisors start at approximately 0.25% of AUM, making them significantly cheaper than traditional financial advisors [6][12] - Some robo-advisors may charge a flat monthly fee ranging from $3 to $12, while others have minimum investment requirements that can vary from $500 to $5,000 [6][12] - Certain brokerages offer free robo-advisory services, but these may involve indirect fees through expense ratios or cash management practices [7][8] Group 3: Comparison with Traditional Advisors - Robo-advisors primarily focus on investment portfolio management, while traditional financial advisors provide a broader range of services, including financial planning and life event guidance [12] - The level of personalization in robo-advisors is limited compared to human advisors, who can tailor plans to specific individual needs [12][18] - Robo-advisors are more accessible for beginner investors due to lower fees and minimum investment requirements [10][12] Group 4: Performance and Returns - Average annualized returns for a typical robo-advisor portfolio (60% stocks and 40% bonds) ranged from 7% to 9% over a five-year period ending June 30, 2024 [15] - Actual returns will vary based on asset allocation and market conditions, emphasizing the importance of understanding investment risks [15]