Tax Planning
The latest news and developments that advisors need to create meaningful tax planning strategies for clients.
Democrats Assail Bessent on 'Privatizing' Social Security Remark
By Daniel FlatleyThe Treasury secretary is under fire for discussing "Trump accounts" as being a "backdoor for privatizing Social Security."
July 28, 2025
Should Clients Over 60 Do Roth Conversions?Taxes, retirement income, RMDs and legacies are especially important considerations for clients near or in retirement.
July 28, 2025
Don’t Be Fooled: TIPS Are a Powerful Retirement Planning ToolRetirement researcher Wade Pfau is a fan of Treasury inflation-protected securities, including in times of lower inflation.
July 27, 2025
How Trump's Megabill Affects Qualified Business Income DeductionsTwo tax experts highlight key limitations around pass-through entities' 20% deduction for QBI.
July 25, 2025
Second Tax Bill Could Bring 'Rothification' of Retirement PlansThis may be a long-term benefit for investors but also serves Washington’s interests, legislative expert Jeff Bush says.
July 25, 2025
12 Top States for Estate and Trust Income TaxesFew have heard of this tax, but it raises about twice as much revenue as the federal estate tax.
July 24, 2025
Cutting Clients' Taxes Is a Must-Have Skill for Advisors: CerulliYet less than half of practices offer tax planning today, according to the research firm's latest study.
July 24, 2025
New Bill Allows Employer Contributions to ABLE AccountsThe legislation would permit tax-free contributions to special savings accounts for the disabled.