Abby VanDerHeyden, CFP®
Wealth Advisor &
GenerationNeXt Team Leader
My primary focus is to help simplify my clients’ financial lives. I enjoy partnering with my clients’ to create a plan which serves as a clear and comprehensive financial foundation. Once a plan is established, implementing and providing strategies along the way to support their goals is truly rewarding.
Professional Financial Planning Experience
- Professional experience includes assisting the financial planning team in providing thorough analyses in all aspects of our clients’ financial situation in order to provide sound recommendations to help clients achieve financial security.
Career History
- Bedel Financial Consulting, Inc. Financial Planner
- Franklin Wealth Advisors, Financial Planning Intern
- D3 Financial Counselors, Financial Planning Intern
Education and Professional Designations
- Bachelor of Science in Consumer Economics, Financial Planning Concentration, University of Illinois
- CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation, College for Financial Planning.
Professional Activities
Board Member, Goodwill Young Leaders, Goodwill of Central and Southern Indiana (2016 – Present)
Advocacy Committee Chair, Goodwill Young Leaders, Goodwill of Central and Southern Indiana (2018 – Present)
Member, Financial Planning Association (2012 – Present)
NexGen and Student Development Chair, Financial Planning Association of Greater Indiana (2015 – 2017)
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Are You Financially Set for Semi-Retirement?
Not all retirements are created equal – in fact, a 2018 study indicates that 72 percent of today’s workers are looking forward to semi-retirement rather than leaving the workplace altogether. What are the advantages and disadvantages of semi-retirement, and how do you prepare for it in your financial plan? We have the details to help you decide if semi-retirement might be the right choice for you.
Estate Planning for Young Professionals
Estate planning is an important part of any financial plan – even for young adults with no children. Whether you’re on your own or married, it’s critical to communicate your wishes through incapacity documents and a last will and testament. We’ve detailed the documents you should think about as you create your estate plan.
Are You Making the Most of Your HSA?
HSAs are rising in popularity, and some are using these accounts as investment vehicles. So how do you know if you’re getting the most out of your HSA? It’s important to understand the details of HSAs and your financial situation to determine if investing these funds makes sense for you. We’ve outlined the basics, along with questions to be sure to ask yourself before deciding.
What is Umbrella Liability Insurance and Do You Need It?
If a visitor falls at your home or an accident occurs with your car resulting in serious damages, will your insurance cover all the costs? It depends. Your homeowner and auto policies provide for liability coverage.
Maternity and Paternity Leave: Are You Financially Prepared?
When contemplating a pregnancy or an adoption, be sure to understand your employment benefits. Parental leave policies and insurance benefits can cover associated costs as well as provide income while you are away from work.
Contemplating a Side Hustle? Not So Fast!
The allure of extra money from a “side hustle” can be tempting to many and even necessary for some. While this extra influx of money can certainly be a positive, it’s important to fully weigh the pros and cons of a side gig and understand what it really means for you financially. We’ve laid out the areas to consider being starting your own side hustle.
Spring Cleaning? Add Your Finances to the List
It’s time for spring cleaning, and that means tidying up your personal finances! While most think of spring cleaning as straightening up the house and yard, your finances need a regular once-over as well. Our four-point checklist should get you well on your way to spic-and-span finances!
Leaving a Legacy for Your Pets
To many, pets are members of the family. But who will care for them when we’re gone? Including your pets in your estate plan can solve this dilemma.
New 529 Plan Changes
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act bill has many Americans wondering just how they’ll be affected by the first major tax overhaul in nearly thirty years. If you own a 529 account, you’ll want to be sure to stay abreast of the changes to your plan in order to take full advantage of any new benefits that are coming. We’ve highlighted the main changes to 529 plans and how they might impact your education savings!
I Lost My Engagement Ring! Am I covered?
You lose something of value and your first question is “is it covered?” Insurance polices provide a limited amount for such losses, but generally not enough to cover expensive items. To be fully reimbursed, what do you do?
Travel Insurance: 3 Things to Know
Have you ever considered purchasing travel insurance but weren’t sure how to begin – or whether it would even be worth having? Fear not! ...
5 Easy Ways to Save on College Costs
College is one of the largest expenses you’ll encounter in your lifetime. Aside from attending an in-state university or receiving scholarships, there are other ways to reduce the amount of money spent on college costs. In addition to saving on tuition, students have the ability to minimize other expenses such as books, room and board. Here are five easy ways to save on costs: