Some Health Benefits of Grandparenting

The grandparent-grandchild relationship is one of the most amazing of human relationships. For a grandparent, spending time with grandchildren offers them an opportunity to love and play with someone new and enjoy the magic of a developing young mind. In addition to the thrill of giving words of wisdom and providing emotional support to grandchildren, grandparenting offers a wealth of health benefits.

Spending time with grandchildren may extend the lifespan of grandparents. According to the American Heart Association, grandparents who spend time watching their grandchildren at least one day per week may see the benefit of a longer lifespan, supported by the Berlin Aging Study. The study, which considered the data of 500 seniors, found that grandparents who babysat their grandchildren lived longer by 37 percent.

Another study found that watching grandchildren may help older adults experience improved cognitive development. It keeps grandparents mentally alert, enhancing their memory and capacity to reason and think critically. An Australian research added that babysitting may help lower the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and offset dementia among grandparents.

The Importance of Estate Planning

Henry E. Vail II, a private wealth advisor at Sucre-Vail Wealth Advisors in Houston, Texas, works with clients to protect, plan and insure their assets. In 2011, Texas Monthly Magazine recognized Henry Vail II as a five-star professional wealth manager, with his area of expertise being estate planning.

The agreement individuals make for the administration, division, and disposition of their property during their lifespan and after death is known as estate planning, which is essential for several reasons. Estate planning primarily aims to name successors for one’s assets because, in the absence of an estate plan, the court determines who receives different properties. Such a process could drag on for years, cost money, and cause bad blood between family members.

In addition, having an estate plan can reduce the amount of taxes an individual leaves behind. Individuals can accomplish this by setting up a trust or utilizing other tax-saving measures.

For business or company owners, estate planning is an excellent way to make arrangements for how the business should operate in their absence. This includes selecting heirs, passing control, and caring for critical employees.

Making charitable contributions and maintaining one’s legacy is also possible through estate planning. Individuals who enjoy giving to charities can ensure their contributions continue by setting up a foundation or fund after they pass away.

FPA Pursues “Financial Planner” Title Protection

Experienced finance professional Henry Vail II runs Sucre-Vail Wealth Advisors, an independent investment advisory firm in Houston, Texas. Outside of this office, Henry E. Vail works with high-net-worth families and physicians in certain financial planning practice areas such as asset protection, succession planning, wealth transfer strategies, and family education and governance. Henry Vail II maintains his Financial Planning Association (FPA) membership.

FPA is a membership organization representing certified planning professionals. This year, FPA is pursuing its main advocacy: protection of the title “financial planner.”

The FPA will pursue the legal recognition of financial planners. Unlike other professions, such as lawyers and doctors, who are recognized by a state or federal statute, financial planners are not recognized by any law. Consequently, anyone may use the title “financial planner” even without meeting certain standards.

FPA is holding a series of events in the first half of the year to engage all stakeholders in this advocacy. In a statement, FPA president James Lee said that a protected title would enable the public to identify and engage only with qualified financial planners. Also, a protected title will distinguish financial planners from other allied professionals who leverage the “financial planner” title.

History and Timeline of Bamboo Fishing Rods

A private wealth advisor at Sucre-Vail Wealth Advisors, Houston, Texas, Henry E. Vail II helps wealthy families and physicians with charitable tax, wealth transfer, and asset protection. Henry Vail II loves to go boating and fly fishing in his leisure time.

Bamboo fishing rods date as far back as the 1800s. It is still unclear where the making of bamboo fishing rods started, but many people credit it to America. A man named Samuel Phillips, an angler from Pennsylvania, is one of the most famous makers of bamboo fishing rods.

At first, the best-known bamboo for making these rods was the Calcutta Bamboo due to its availability at that time. The 1900s brought about the production of bamboo fishing rods commercially, and the beginning of the preference for a special kind of bamboo called Tonkin cane due to its strength and straightness. The canes are divided into six strips glued in the shape of a hexagon to form a rod shaft.

A 1950s prohibition on the importation of Chinese goods, including these bamboo woods, brought about the use of fiberglass to make fishing rods. Though not as common as it used to be, the bamboo fishing rod remains preferred rod by many anglers.

A Quick Guide to the Blue Marlin

Henry Vail II earned his BBA degree in finance from Lamar University in Texas before going on to complete a program in certified financial planning at the University of Houston. Now a professional wealth advisor, Henry E. Vail II enjoys fishing in his free time.

One of the more popular sea game fish is the blue marlin (Makaira nigricans), one of the biggest, fastest fish species in the ocean. It possesses a distinctive blue top, white underbelly, and prominent dorsal fin.

The blue marlin is a predatory fish. It uses its pronounced jaw to stun and capture prey such as tuna. It prefers to hunt on surface waters, following warm currents for hundreds of miles due to its migratory nature. The female blue marlin can be as long as 14 feet and weigh 900 kilograms.

Blue marlin reproduce externally. Females release their eggs into the water, and males release their sperm, fertilizing the eggs upon contact. The structure of the blue marlins’ blood vessels allows them to warm up their eyes and brain, giving them advanced hunting skills.

Only larger sharks and humans hunt the blue marlin. It is a popular sport gaming fish, and its raw meat is served as sashimi, a Japanese delicacy.

How Beginning Skiers Can Get Up After a Fall

Henry E. Vail II is a private wealth advisor at Sucre-Vail Wealth Advisors in Houston, Texas. Outside of work, Henry Vail II enjoys skiing in Colorado. When skiing, getting up after a fall is a little trickier than one might think.

When you fall, slowly maneuver yourself so you are sitting with your skis parallel and together, on the fall line of the hill. From this position, bend your knees and pull them into your chest. Then drive the ski poles down into the snow next to the thigh that is more uphill and get into a ready position to launch yourself upward. Lean forward and allow your body weight to carry you.

If you do it right, gravity will do a lot of the work as you land back into a skiing pose. You also can remove your skis if you don’t have another option. Just make sure your skis are perpendicular to the fall line so they don’t slide away.

The Origins of the Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity

Henry E. Vail II is an advisor at Sucre-Vail Wealth Advisors, a financial advisory firm in Houston, Texas, that regularly deals with physicians and affluent families. Henry E. Vail II is also a member of Alpha Kappa Psi, the United States’ oldest business fraternity.

Near the close of the 1800s, the demand for education in higher accountancy rose in response to the growing financial sector of the United States. The Council of New York University created what would pave the way for Alpha Kappa Psi by establishing a school of commerce that taught advanced political economy, higher accounting, and commercial law.

By 1904 the school had been operating for four years. The dean was a man named Joseph French Jonhson, who had previously been a professor of finance in Pennsylvania. Johnson had a small following of devoted students with whom he spent many evenings discussing school and the finer points of finance. They had discussed the idea of a business fraternity many times and had even written plans for an official constitution.

On October 5th, 1904, the fraternity was officially called to expand and facilitate financial education. Members were elected unanimously as president, vice, secretary, treasurer, and financial secretary. The following year the group decided on their name: Alpha Kappa Psi, the first letters of the three words of the phrase “I honor accounts that perfectly balance” when written in Greek.

The Adult Residential Program at Devereux Texas

A private wealth advisor based in Houston, Texas, Henry Vail II has served as chief operations officer at Sucre-Vail Wealth Advisors for more than two decades. With over 35 years’ experience in the financial industry, he specializes in helping physicians achieve financial wellness. Henry E. Vail II is also an active member of his community and serves on the Texas Advisory Board for Devereux.

Devereux is a nonprofit behavioral healthcare organization dedicated to helping individuals, families, schools, and communities in dealing with behavioral, emotional, or cognitive differences. One of the main programs offered by the organization is the Adult Residential Program, dedicated to those over the age of 18 with severe emotional or developmental disabilities who require extended care. The goal of the program is to create a challenging and positive environment in which people can grow and have new experiences by doing meaningful work, participating in engaging activities, and interacting with others.

The campus, located just south of Victoria, Texas, offers a wide range of recreational opportunities such as nature trails, a swimming pool, a fishing pond, and a gymnasium. Each person who joins the program will receive a personalized plan developed by the dedicated team members that will address the challenging behaviors. The goal is to provide the necessary tools and support to develop independence and skills that allow people to address their challenging behaviors, all in a safe and therapeutic environment.

Exciting Activities to Enjoy Near Lake Travis

An established wealth management expert based in Houston, Texas, Henry Vail II focuses on providing wealth management advice and strategies to medical professionals in the role of wealth advisor for Sucré-Vail Wealth Advisors. Henry Vail II has also completed comprehensive training on psychology and the financial needs of professionals working in healthcare. Away from work, Henry E. Vail enjoys spending time boating on Lake Travis in Austin, Texas.

A busy spot for recreational activities, Lake Travis is a reservoir situated on the Colorado River that is nearly 64 miles long with more than 271 miles of shoreline. Some of the most popular activities to enjoy near the lake include the following:

Golfing: Several golf courses are located near Lake Travis and ideal for golfers of all skills levels. World-class courses include Lakeway, which is comprised of four courses, and Lake Travis Golf Course, which offers multiple tournaments throughout the year. Point Venture offers spectacular views of the lake from its nine-hole course and is an award-winning venue. Ideal for families, Willie Nelson’s Pedernales Cut-N-Putt features a fun golfing experience.

Lake Travis Zipline Adventures: Situated at Lake Travis’ Cypress Creek Arm, Lake Travis Zipline Adventures features five zip lines, including one that is the longest in the state at more than 2,800 feet. Each zip line platform provides stunning views of the lake and the surrounding Texas Hill Country.

Volente Beach Resort and Waterpark: Ideal for adults and children, this resort and waterpark is located in the shoreline of Lake Travis and features a swim-up bar, multiple pools, and three volleyball courts.

FPA Seeks to Uphold Ethics Standards for its Members

A marketing and finance graduate from Lamar University, Henry E. Vail II works as a private wealth advisor at Sucre-Vail Wealth Advisors in Houston, Texas. Henry Vail II belongs to numerous professional organizations including the Financial Planning Association of Houston (FPA).

The Financial Planning Association is an organization that brings together financial planning professionals who want to excel in their careers and are committed to shaping the future of the profession. FPA is keen to maintain a membership base with high professionalism and ethical standards that benefit customers. Some of the ethical attributes FPA focuses on include integrity where members are expected to be honest at all times considering their clients put them in positions of trust.

The success of any financial planner also depends on their integrity and members are expected to avoid deceit or subordination of their individual’s principles. In addition, objectivity is a vital ethical aspect that requires intellectual honesty and impartiality. Objectivity means financial planners should ensure they exercise sound professional judgment to execute their duties and effectively manage conflicts.