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Bring the decision forward.
A planned purchase, a new location, a change in ownership, or a shift in income can be a reason to talk with your advisors. Put the intended decision on the table early enough to explore the options.
Connect the people involved.
Accounting, tax, legal, financing, and investment questions may overlap. Clarify which advisor is responsible for which issue, and share the assumptions everyone is using.
Compare scenarios, not promises.
A projection is a way to examine possibilities. Identify the assumptions behind it and discuss how the result might change as your circumstances change.
Agree on the next step.
A productive planning meeting ends with responsibilities and follow-up items. Confirm what information is missing, which decisions remain open, and when the plan should be revisited.