Financial planning is the foundation for your entire financial journey. It connects all the components of a comprehensive wealth management plan, including investments, taxes, estates, and corporate trusts, acting as a roadmap to help ensure your long-term goals are met. For example, if you want to retire early, a financial plan will help you determine what you need to save annually, the investment returns required, and the overall net worth you need to obtain in order to maintain your desired lifestyle in retirement.