Harness Wealth

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

As the year comes to a close, now is the time to review potential financial moves to help minimize your tax burden heading into 2025. Proactive year-end tax planning can lead to significant savings and set you up for financial success in the new year. The 2024 contribution limit for a Roth IRA or traditional IRA is $7,000.

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Wealth Management

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Kevin Knull, President of TaxStatus, reveals how a direct integration with the IRS is revolutionizing tax planning at Nitrogen's 2024 Fearless Investing Summit.

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Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

The 2024 Technology Tools for Today (T3) Advisor Conference, held last month in Las Vegas, Nevada, featured a large gathering of financial advisors and representatives from across the fintech industry. Likewise, while CRM usage has slipped by about 5%, the overall number of advisors who use a CRM still remains at a dominant 92%.

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Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 28, 2022

These changes include aligning the rules for employer-retirement-plan-based Roth accounts (e.g., also includes several measures meant to encourage increased retirement savings.

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Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 28, 2022

also includes several measures meant to encourage increased retirement saving.

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Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Welcome to the October 2024 issue of the Latest News in Financial #AdvisorTech – where we look at the big news, announcements, and underlying trends and developments that are emerging in the world of technology solutions for financial advisors!

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Abnormal Returns

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

papers.ssrn.com) Taxes A 2023 year-end tax planning guide. kitces.com) Advisers How the profession of financial planning has changed over time. thinkadvisor.com) The 10 best financial advisor conferences to attend in 2024. (investmentnews.com) M&A The RIA model continues to take share. kitces.com)

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MainStreet Financial Planning

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

As December unfolds, it’s easy to overlook year-end tax planning amid the holiday hustle. However, dedicating a few moments now can lead to significant savings come tax season. To help you retain more of your hard-earned money and reduce your tax liability, consider these five strategic moves before the year concludes.

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Darrow Wealth Management

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Updated for 2024 – 2025. Because many taxpayers earn too much to make pre-tax IRA contributions as they have a 401(k) at work. Many people end up paying taxes twice. There are income limits for contributions to a traditional IRA that qualify for a tax deduction. See 2024 limits and 2025 limits.

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Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 25, 2023

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Tobias Financial

DECEMBER 20, 2023

As we begin our countdown to 2024, it is a great time to ensure your year-end tax plan is in place. Tax planning is a vital component of meeting your overall financial goals. Our team of professionals is here to assist with your financial and tax planning needs.

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Darrow Wealth Management

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

The IRS has released the 2024 contribution limits for retirement plans and other cost-of-living adjustments.

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Talon Wealth

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Here’s how it breaks down for 2023-2024: If a couple’s total retirement income is between $32,000 and $44,000, up to 50% of Social Security benefits could be taxable. If their income is over $44,000, up to 85% could be taxed!

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Cordant Wealth Partners

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

We also get you up to speed on the tax benefits of using a DAF. If you've heard of a DAF and are curious about incorporating it into your giving and tax planning strategy, this article is for you. Key Takeaways: Contributions to a donor-advised fund reduce your tax bill in the year your contribution is made.

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Nerd's Eye View

JULY 24, 2024

As a whole, these regulations introduce significantly more complexity to the process of tax planning around retirement accounts, particularly after the death of the account's original owner.

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Carson Wealth

MARCH 26, 2024

By Mike Valenti, CPA, CFP®, Director,Tax Planning LLCs can provide legal protections and a level of anonymity, either or both of which can be beneficial for business owners, investors, and others with valid intentions. NOTE: Applicable entities created in 2024 have 90 days from creation to file the report.

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Carson Wealth

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Tax season is upon us, but you can start 2024 off on the right foot with tax planning tips and strategies presented by Mike Valenti, Director, Tax Planning and Tom Fridrich , Carson Group Manager & Sr.

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SEI

JANUARY 25, 2024

Advisors must connect with clients today to prepare for tomorrow.

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Harness Wealth

JULY 29, 2024

In this guest post, Harness Tax Advisory Council member, Griffin Bridgers, J.D., covers some of the top estate planning trends that tax advisors should be tracking during the second half of 2024. However, awareness is key, both for clients and advisors. citizens and residents. The SECURE Act 1.0

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Harness Wealth

JANUARY 29, 2025

These contributions not only provide immediate tax relief but help secure longer-term financial stability during retirement. 401(k) Plans: Contribute the maximum allowable amount for 2024 : $23,000 if youre under 50, or $30,500 if youre 50 or older.

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Darrow Wealth Management

MARCH 29, 2024

6 Tax Strategies for Incentive Stock Options and AMT When an ISO exercise triggers AMT (simple hypothetical example) Here’s a simplified hypothetical example of how an ISO exercise can create an alternative minimum tax liability for a single filer in 2024 (ignoring all other sources of income and the 3.8%

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Carson Wealth

AUGUST 1, 2024

Making the right decisions around claiming Social Security — based on your spending needs, longevity and tax planning — could mean the difference between meeting your retirement goals or not. 1 To qualify for Social Security retirement benefits, you must pay into it through a payroll tax system.

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Zajac Group

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Creating wealth that can provide financial security for generations to come is an incredible feat, and it requires careful planning, consideration, and communication among family members. Let’s take a look at the tax impact and other considerations of each. million before triggering federal estate taxes). Inheritance Tax?

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Harness Wealth

MARCH 5, 2024

Working with the right tax advisor can prove to be a valuable relationship, but understanding the costs associated with tax services can be complex. In this guide, we’ll explore the average fees of tax advisors in the US for 2024. Hourly Fee (Tax Attorney) Fee charged per hour of advice from a tax attorney.

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Darrow Wealth Management

JULY 1, 2024

Lowering the estate and gift tax limits The current exemption was raised dramatically in 2018. In 2024, a single taxpayer can claim a federal estate and lifetime gift tax exemption of $13.61 This tax benefit is scheduled to sunset at the end of 2026. Last reviewed June 2024 The post Major Tax Changes Are Coming in 2026.

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Darrow Wealth Management

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

This infographic has more on how a brokerage account is taxed. Tax planning opportunities in retirement If you only have assets in tax-deferred accounts, you may have fewer tax planning options in retirement. Tax-deductible contributions means distributions in retirement are taxable as regular income.

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Darrow Wealth Management

JULY 30, 2024

For founders, employees, and executives with stock-based compensation, an 83(b) election can be a powerful tax planning tool. When you make an 83(b) election, you’re opting to pay tax on unvested shares now, instead of when the stock vests. It can also preclude some tax planning strategies down the road.

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Darrow Wealth Management

MARCH 24, 2024

6 tax strategies for incentive stock options and AMT Triggering the alternative minimum tax isn’t the end of the world, but you don’t want to do it by accident. By the end of the year, you already know most of the tax inputs so your CPA and financial advisor can help in developing a tax projection.

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Darrow Wealth Management

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Tax treatment of an inherited IRA or retirement account Most retirement accounts are funded with pre-tax dollars so distributions are fully taxable to you, the beneficiary, as regular income. As a result, tax planning is critical, particularly if you’ve inherited a large 401(k) or IRA.

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Carson Wealth

APRIL 25, 2024

Retirement planning: Calculate retirement needs and contribute regularly to retirement accounts. Tax Planning: Optimize tax efficiency through strategies such as retirement contributions, tax-deferred accounts, and deductions and credits. Contact us today to build a financial plan that helps you pursue your goals.

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Tobias Financial

JULY 5, 2024

However, a period of lower income in 2024 could present valuable tax planning opportunities. One potential benefit of a job layoff is a temporary drop in your federal income tax bracket, which can create opportunities for future tax savings.

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Carson Wealth

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

By Mike Valenti, CPA, CFP ® , Director of Tax Planning It’s that time of year again! W-2s, 1099s and mortgage statements have been to hit your mailbox: a daily reminder that it is, once again, Tax Season. Overall, it was a relatively quiet year on the tax front. Although Congress isn’t done yet! More on that later.)

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Darrow Wealth Management

MARCH 24, 2024

6 tax strategies for incentive stock options and AMT Triggering the alternative minimum tax isn’t the end of the world, but you don’t want to do it by accident. By the end of the year, you already know most of the tax inputs so your CPA and financial advisor can help in developing a tax projection.

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Harness Wealth

JANUARY 10, 2025

A brief guide to GVWR limits: Vehicles 6,00014,000 lbs GVWR: Deduction limit of $30,500 in 2024, with bonus depreciation options available. The key benefits Reduced tax liability: So long as youre paying reasonable wages to your child, you can lower overall tax liability. What qualifies as business vehicles for tax deductions?

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Harness Wealth

MARCH 11, 2024

By working with a tax professional, you can apply tax strategies to reduce your taxable income or defer paying taxes. 20 tax reduction strategies for high-income earners in 2024 Tax strategy is complex, and there are numerous ways of reducing taxable income depending on your situation.

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Darrow Wealth Management

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Limiting access can provide estate tax planning benefits for some). Trust benefit #3: Trusts can help minimize estate taxes The federal estate tax exemption for married couples is $13.61M per person in 2024 and portable between spouses. Last reviewed October 2024] The post Should I Put My Assets in a Trust?

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Darrow Wealth Management

MARCH 29, 2024

6 Tax Strategies for Incentive Stock Options and AMT When an ISO exercise triggers AMT (simple hypothetical example) Here’s a simplified hypothetical example of how an ISO exercise can create an alternative minimum tax liability for a single filer in 2024 (ignoring all other sources of income and the 3.8%

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