Category Archives: Retirement Planning

10 December 2022

A Financial Health Prescription for Physicians

Physicians have a lot going on financially. Between a truncated career as a result of lengthy education, piles of student loan debt, and a high-earning occupation, they face a unique set of challenges when it comes to managing money. And … Continue reading

17 November 2022

2022 Year-End Tax Planning Strategies for Individuals

While 2022 started out with some uncertainty about potential tax law changes, very few of the proposed policies that may have impacted high income taxpayers were enacted. The Inflation Reduction Act signed into law in August spared virtually all measures … Continue reading

29 July 2022

Is a Recession on the Horizon? Here’s How to Prep Your Portfolio

2022 has been a rollercoaster ride for investors. The market hit an all-time high on January 4, 2022, tumbled over 12% through mid-March, rallied back up over 8% to close out March, and then has staged an impressive rally since … Continue reading

11 August 2021

Financial Health Series | Protecting Your Parents’ Finances: Part 2 – What Could Happen if We Avoid Having the Conversation?

Over this past year and a half, COVID has affected—and continues to affect—the most vulnerable populations. We’ve heard too many stories of financial elder abuse and accounts of loved ones picking up the financial pieces after a loss. We feel … Continue reading

18 June 2021

To Port or Not to Port: Is Filing for Portability Right for You?

The option of portability when planning your estate could make a substantial difference come tax time, especially with today’s generous estate and gift tax exemption amounts. Should you consider this option when planning your estate? Prior to 2010, the concept … Continue reading

27 May 2021

Financial Health Series | Protecting Your Parents’ Finances: Part 1 – How to Start the Conversation

Over this past year, COVID has affected—and continues to affect—the most vulnerable populations. We’ve heard too many stories of financial elder abuse and accounts of loved ones picking up the financial pieces after a loss. We feel that it is … Continue reading

25 January 2021

When Does a Gift Require a Gift Tax Return, and Gift Tax?

With lifetime gift and estate tax exemptions at an all-time high, not as many taxpayers will be subject to federal gift taxes. However, that doesn’t mean you won’t have to file a gift tax return come tax time. Nontaxable Gifts … Continue reading

2 September 2020

The Difference Between a Will and a Trust: Do You Need Both?

Putting together a well-thought-out estate plan is a necessary step to protecting the ones closest to you after you’re gone. It also ensures that all of your wishes are carried out the way you want. Many people put it off … Continue reading

12 August 2020

5 Self-Employment Financial Mistakes

If you work in a traditional job, managing your finances and taxes can be relatively easy. You collect your W-2, write off a few deductions, and you’re done. Your retirement account is being managed by an employer-sponsored retirement fund and … Continue reading

30 July 2020

When Can I Retire?

This is an important question that we are asked often. And while retirement isn’t one size fits all, we’ll give you some scenarios to consider that may be right for you. Oftentimes, the desire to retire is based on a … Continue reading

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