Celebrating tax-smart wealth advisory to keep more of what you’ve earned and invest with confidence.
Celebrating tax-smart wealth advisory to keep more of what you’ve earned and invest with confidence.
The One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) has introduced significant tax changes that could affect families across the country. While many of the provisions aim to provide financial relief, the new rules can be complex. Below is an overview of the key changes. Adoption credit enhanced Parents who adopt may be eligible for more generous…
A sweeping new tax bill—officially called the “One Big Beautiful Tax Bill”—has passed, bringing a mix of extensions, updates, and brand-new provisions that could shape your tax planning and financial strategy in the years ahead. Whether you’re focused on wealth preservation, retirement, or generational planning, here’s a quick look at some of what’s staying the…
As we hit the halfway mark of the year, it’s a good time to revisit your investment portfolio—not just to evaluate performance, but to plan ahead for capital gains taxes. Whether you’ve already sold assets or are considering changes later in the year, a few well-timed moves now can help minimize your tax burden and…
Variable universal life (VUL) insurance contracts can be difficult to understand. Many first-time buyers don’t realize how complex managing the policy is until years after purchase. These policies are often sold with big promises but may not deliver. A VUL is life insurance combined with an investment account. Part of the money you pay (your…
Small to midsize businesses have valid reasons for incorporating, not the least of which is putting that cool “Inc.” at the end of their names. Other reasons include separating owners’ personal assets from their business liabilities and offering stock options as an employee incentive. If you’re considering incorporation for your company, however, it’s essential to…
Transferring wealth is a complex process that requires careful planning, clear communication, and regular updates. Your estate plan, which includes your legacy plan and trust documents, ensures that your wealth is distributed according to your wishes. However, without proper planning, costly mistakes—sometimes irreversible—can occur. While estate planning can be an emotional process, it can also…
In July, the IRS issued final regulations related to required minimum distributions (RMDs) from retirement accounts, clearing up some of the controversy and uncertainty surrounding changes made under the SECURE Act and the SECURE 2.0 Act. The final regulations, which go into effect on Jan. 1, 2025, confirm that non-eligible designated beneficiaries — generally someone…
Don’t treat estate planning as a one-time checkbox. People tend to consider an estate plan as something that should be addressed once but not necessarily revisited. The issue this presents is that subsequent life events are not considered. For example, you may welcome a new addition into your family after developing an initial estate plan….
To put it in simple terms, an estate tax is what the government charges on your assets for the right to transfer them to heirs upon death. Under current laws, individuals are exempt from paying this tax if their estate is valued below $13.61 million, or $27.22 million for married couples. However, that’s all set…
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