Facebook Tax Free Retirement Account (TFRA) Ad Debunked
We recently ran across a Facebook ad maligning 401(k)s as a “switcheroo” and a product of “evil Wall Street guys” and that a TFRA can recreate the old Pensions and do it tax-free for the everyday investor. This made the subject a perfect candidate for our Myth Debunking series. When it comes to saving for […]
ESG Investing: Aligning Investments and Values
Of the many acronyms that pepper the world of finance, ESG is one that is likely already on your radar. Environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing is a growing trend in the investment world that appeals to socially conscious investors looking for ways to better align their investments with their values. What is ESG Investing? […]
You Still Have Time! 2022 IRA Contributions
2022 IRA Contributions Deadline April 18, 2023, is the deadline to make your 2022 IRA contributions. The 2022 limit is $6,000 per individual for Traditional or Roth IRA. If you are age 50 or older, you can add a further $1,000 “catch-up” contribution bringing the total to $7,000. If you are interested in learning more […]
Tax Time – Everything You Need to Know about 1099s
I would rather comment on how it is almost springtime instead of tax time, but the reality is that tax season is upon us and we need to prepare. Being an investor comes with additional tax reporting that is often not as straightforward or timely as a W-2. We are talking about Form-1099, which deals […]
Prenuptial Agreement: To have or not to have? That is the question!
We are pleased to have Doug Perkins as our guest author this week. As a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, I am brought in to help with the financial division of assets in a divorce. I also work with a number of clients who have survived a divorce and now find themselves in a new relationship. My recommendation […]
Taxes by State – A piece of the retirement puzzle
As people drift closer to retirement, one of the more exciting things to start planning for is “if and where” they are going to relocate after they finish working. Whether it is the sun calling their name, a new pace of life, or grandkids, there is a lot to consider. Some of the most common […]
Your Advisor’s Value – Beyond Market Returns
The start of new year often sees re-evaluation of one’s current financial situation and relationships. As a prudent investor, you may have reflected on the benefits and fees involved with partnering with a financial professional to help manage your investments and long-term planning. Clients and prospects aren’t the only ones who have made these considerations. […]
Your Intro to Secure Act 2.0
You likely have seen headlines regarding the recently passed Omnibus bill, and the SECURE Act 2.0 passed within it. The original SECURE Act passed in 2019 with about a dozen changes that impact retirement planning laws and regulations. The newly passed SECURE Act 2.0 contains a slew of changes, some of which will impact you. […]
Donor Advised Funds in the Season of Giving
The Season for Giving
