Meet our new team member – Vlad Finko
Change is the only constant in life, they say. Embracing this philosophy, I’ve leaped from one exciting opportunity to another, and my latest adventure brings me to Alaska Wealth Advisors. The prospect of growth and innovation here has me absolutely thrilled. My journey thus far has been a series of transformative experiences. Each chapter has […]
Qualified Charitable Distributions: What are they good for?
Qualified Charitable Distributions or QCDs can be one of the most tax-efficient ways to give money to charity. An IRA owner can donate up to $100,000 per calendar year to charities directly from their IRA. For those who are RMD age, QCDs count toward satisfying your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD). So, what is a QCD, […]
Top 5 Things You Need to Know About Probate
In late 2020, my mother was diagnosed with the big “C”. A ripple of emotions of surprise, sadness, confusion, anger rushed over me. After the initial shock, my mother was calm enough to know that she needed to get more organized. She owned multiple properties, various investment accounts, insurance, and personal property. The unpredictable health […]
Highlighting a Path for Young Investors
Last Friday I had the pleasure of joining my fellow advisors Katelynn Toth, CFP®️ and Stan Moiseev in hosting our annual Pathfinder Webinar. This event was tailored to younger investors, and we discussed the valuable topics of compound interest and savings benchmarks. The following is a summary of our event; don’t hesitate to share this […]
Honoring the Legacy of Cathie Straub: Businesswoman, Founder, Community Advocate and Friend
In Memoriam: Cathie Straub (1963 – 2023) It is with heavy hearts and immense gratitude that we pay tribute to one of our founders and my business partner, Cathie Straub, who peacefully passed away on September 1st after a long battle with cancer. As a pillar of our community and an invaluable member of our […]
Navigating the 2025 Tax Sunset: Key Insights You Need to Know
The year 2026 is poised to bring significant changes to the tax landscape, if no new legislation addresses a series of tax provisions collectively known as the “2025 Tax Sunset”. These provisions were introduced through various legislative acts and have had a significant impact on individual and business taxation. As the potential expiration date approaches, […]
Guest Author – Kevin Berry
Students are increasingly associating higher education with the burden of student debt, leaving students and parents searching for affordable alternatives or delaying enrollment. Fortunately, most degrees still pay out in the long run, and attending university can be a smart first step in a young person’s career path. The well-known risks and downsides of accumulating […]
Is now a good time to sell my iBonds?
With the increasing question regarding the longevity of inflation proof bonds or “iBonds” as a leader in the fixed income industry, building this reference point allows you to take this information and customize it for your unique circumstances. If one thing is for sure in this industry, it is that there are so many questions […]
Three Reasons Why the Dow Doesn’t Really Matter
For decades, the Dow Jones Industrial Average (Dow) has been considered a bellwether of the U.S. stock market and a barometer of economic health. However, I want to shed light on the fact that the Dow doesn’t really matter as much as it is perceived to. In this article, I will discuss three compelling reasons […]
Thinking Beyond the Spreadsheet: Making Your Budget Work for You
For something that is so foundational to every solid financial plan, “budget” can often feel like a four-letter word. To many, the word “budget” evokes thoughts of what you can’t afford rather than what you can. Our job as advisors is to help our clients identify the goals and priorities that matter most, and to […]