Estate Tax Exemption – Use it Now!
October 13, 2020
Federal tax law levies a tax on the value of assets you own at death. The estate tax is levied at a 40% rate and can severely impact the transfer of wealth to future generations. Many business owners are simply unaware that the value of their business exposes them to the tax and that may […]
Top 4 Biden Tax Changes That May Affect You
October 6, 2020
Presidential Democratic nominee, Joe Biden, recently released more information on his proposed tax agenda. While there are a number of tax changes that Joe Biden has mentioned, we will focus on four potential changes that would impact individual taxpayers. Of course, these changes are contingent on Vice President Biden winning the election and also being […]
Exiting Your Business? 3 Critical Considerations
August 18, 2020
Selling a business is the culmination of years of hard work and dedication to a way of life. The seller has one opportunity to get the sale “right” to maximize retirement wealth and preserve that which will be transferred to future generations. Of course, there are many detailed considerations, but the early focus should be […]
3 Tax Tips for Working Remotely Out-of-State
August 4, 2020
The recent pandemic forced many companies to rethink the way they do business. Over the last three months, employees have had the flexibility to work from anywhere they want, which may include working in a different state from where they reside. Employees that escaped their home state to work from their lake house or an […]
3 Important Updates to the 2020 Required Minimum Distribution Waiver
July 14, 2020
On June 23rd, the IRS issued additional guidance regarding 2020 required minimum distributions (RMDs). As you may remember, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) waived many required minimum distributions for 2020. However, there were still a few taxpayers that may not have been afforded relief under the CARES Act – that […]
Your Financial Plan and Lessons From a Historic First Six Months of 2020
Despite market volatility, staying disciplined kept your plan on track in 2020.
Careful Planning for College Refunds – Avoiding Tax on 529 Distributions
June 16, 2020
Due to their tax-advantaged nature, 529 college savings plans have quickly become one of the most popular ways for families and individuals in the United States to set money aside for college. These accounts offer special income tax deductions in many states for those that contribute to a 529, and any growth from investments within […]
Best States to Retire In
June 9, 2020
Many factors influence the decision of where to retire. Family, familiarity of surroundings, climate, and cost of living are just a few to consider. What about state taxes? They are often overlooked and just “accepted” as an expense. In the current environment, the trend of where taxes could go based on the financial stability of […]
5 Tax-Saving Moves For Your 2019 Tax Return
April 1, 2020
Now that tax time is here, you’re probably starting to load everything into your tax preparation software or send documents to your CPA. There are many tax documents mailed to you or available online, but what about some of the items that are tougher to keep track of? Here are 5 helpful reminders for items […]
Financial Planning During Down Markets
March 24, 2020
During periods of market volatility, it is very normal to pay close attention to your portfolio while putting other aspects of your financial life on hold. However, there are many important planning items that should not be overlooked during these times. Here are a few planning ideas that can be implemented during market downturns that […]
Gifts to Children – Making Them More Effective
February 27, 2020
Gifts are made to loved ones for many reasons. Parents may just want to give their children financial help or accomplish other worthwhile objectives. Well-planned gifts can reduce a donor’s estate for estate tax purposes and shift income taxation to or away from the recipient of the gift. Many objectives can be addressed in a […]
Significant Retirement Plan Changes Are Here
February 4, 2020
The Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act, or SECURE Act which recently passed is one of the most significant pieces of retirement legislation in the last decade. Here are some of the key provisions contained in the SECURE Act: Increase Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) Age From 70 ½ to 72 – The SECURE […]