What’s In (and What’s out) in Biden’s Tax Plan
The Biden administration’s third draft of the Build Back Better Act...
What’s In (and What’s out) in Biden’s Tax Plan
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2022 Contribution Limits for 401(k)s, IRAs and More
2022 Contribution Limits for 401(k)s, IRAs and More
2021 retirement plan contributions have been released and, while the majority of limits are unchanged, there are a few updates to note. Here’s a summary!
3 Biggest Risks Facing Your Investment Plan
3 Biggest Risks Facing Your Investment Plan
When thinking of investment risk, market risk is just one type of risk to address. What else should you consider? Here are three risks you should account for in your investment plan.
What to Do (and Not Do) for Year-end Planning + Q3 in Review – Webinar Replay
What to Do (and Not Do) for Year-end Planning + Q3 in Review – Webinar Replay
Replay our discussion covering year end tax planning considerations, important updates in tax reform, and what's next for the market, economy, and your portfolios.
What to Do (and Not Do) for Year-end Planning, Tax Reform & Q3 in Review
What to Do (and Not Do) for Year-end Planning, Tax Reform & Q3 in Review
With income and estate tax changes on the horizon, consider these strategies to adapt your planning if reform is passed. But don't let the tax tail wag the planning dog!
12 Lessons Learned from Investing for 50 Years
12 Lessons Learned from Investing for 50 Years
In over 50 years of investing, I’ve learned a few important lessons to share. From practical to personal and everything in between, I hope you find something to apply here!
5 Tips to Avoid Common S Corporation Mistakes
5 Tips to Avoid Common S Corporation Mistakes
The S Corporation has become one of the most popular entities for small business owners because it offers many of the protections of incorporation without being subject to some of taxes faced by other kinds of companies. But with all its benefits, we find a few mistakes that many business owners make. We collaborated with Chet Syversen, owner of Curated Accounting, to bring you 5 tips to avoid these common mistakes.
Success Story – Meeting Long-term Care and Legacy Planning Needs with Life Insurance
Success Story – Meeting Long-term Care and Legacy Planning Needs with Life Insurance
See how Mary & George turn a $275,000 low interest long-term care rainy day fund into a $780,000 flexible benefit for long-term care or legacy for their children.
7 Tips to Maximize Your Auto, Home, and Umbrella Insurance
7 Tips to Maximize Your Auto, Home, and Umbrella Insurance
Comprehensive financial planning includes making sure you’re protected from risk of many kinds. We collaborated with Christopher Togawa, owner of Christopher Togawa Insurance Agency, to bring you these 7 tips to optimize your coverage and improve your protection plan.
529 Plans – Taxes, Estate Planning, and Funding College
529 Plans – Taxes, Estate Planning, and Funding College
Paying for college isn’t cheap and it’s not getting cheaper, whether you’re planning for kids or grandkids. Here's why a 529 plan is a great first step toward making sure your children or grandchildren can achieve their educational aspirations.
I’m 73 and Don’t Need My RMDs…What Should I Do?
I’m 73 and Don’t Need My RMDs…What Should I Do?
6 ways to use required IRA and 401(k) distributions you don't need to save taxes and make an impact on loved ones and causes you care about.
Investing vs. Speculating and Why it Matters
Investing vs. Speculating and Why it Matters
All investments involve risk but not all risks are equal. Are you investing or speculating? Both have a place but come with different risks and outcomes. What are the differences and how can you place each one properly in your plan?
4 New Tax Changes + Q2 Market & Economy in Review – Webinar Replay
4 New Tax Changes + Q2 Market & Economy in Review – Webinar Replay
A replay of our July 28, 2021 webinar discussing 4 new tax changes and what you can do to prepare, plus a review of Q2 market and economic headlines.
How to Prepare for the Biden Income Tax Increases
How to Prepare for the Biden Income Tax Increases
The Biden administration has proposed a variety of tax changes. Revisions to income taxes are likely to affect many taxpayers. Here’s a summary of the most notable proposals and strategies to consider if they are passed into law.
How to Prepare for the Biden Estate Tax Increases
How to Prepare for the Biden Estate Tax Increases
The Biden administrations has proposed big tax law changes, with some of the most sweeping changes being made to taxes on assets passed on at death, often called estate taxes. Here’s a summary of the most notable proposals and strategies to consider if they are passed into law.