December 11, 2024
Year-End RMDs and the QCD Workaround StrategyQualified charitable distributions can help clients reduce tax liability, but there are pitfalls to avoid.
December 09, 2024
4 Options for Passing Down Your FirmWhen transitioning the book from one generation to the next, it's important to balance legacy and liquidity.
December 09, 2024
ETF Share Classes in Mutual Funds: What to KnowAbout three dozen asset managers are seeking to offer an ETF share class.
December 06, 2024
Medicare and HSAs Don't Mix. But for Married Couples, There's a Twist.Individuals who work after taking Medicare can maintain their employer-sponsored plan for the benefit of their spouse.
December 06, 2024
How to Ease Clients' Post-Election Social Security FearsWithout a clear understanding of how Social Security works, it's easy for clients to jump to scary conclusions.
December 05, 2024
Why Savers Need Help Estimating the True Cost of RetirementHouseholds making more than $100,000 appear to consistently underestimate required savings, research shows.
December 03, 2024
Congress May Poach Retirement Benefits to Pay for 2025 Tax Cuts"Rothification" of 401(k)s or a rollback of the RMD age extension could be on the table.
November 27, 2024
Are Small-Business Clients Ready for This Looming Deadline?Treasury's BOI reporting deadline is coming up, and penalties for violation are steep.
November 14, 2024
Debate: Should the SALT Deduction Cap Be Eliminated?The state and local tax deduction limit of $10,000 per federal return could expire after 2025.
November 13, 2024
No More Waivers: IRA Beneficiaries Must Take RMDs in 2025The IRS has been clear that additional taxpayer relief will not be forthcoming around these distributions.