Darrow Wealth Management

JANUARY 16, 2025

Conversely, if the original account owner gifted the stock while living, the recipient retains purchaser’s carryover basis and holding period ($100 in this example). Retirement accounts and IRAs do not receive a stepped up basis. Financial accounts aren’t the only assets that can be held in trust. Yes and no.

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Assets Estate Planning Taxes Wealth Management 98

Abnormal Returns

JUNE 12, 2024

semafor.com) Retirement Cognitive decline is inevitable. Why you need to plan for it. abnormalreturns.com) It's easy to let your spending fall in retirement. humbledollar.com) Some charts to help you think about retirement. theretirementmanifesto.com) A problem with Medicare Advantage plans. moneytalks101.substack.com)

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

MARCH 14, 2025

As a Christian, your estate plan should represent your dedication to financial stewardship according to Scripture. W hat important factors should Christians consider when estate planning? W hat important factors should Christians consider when estate planning?

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Abnormal Returns

AUGUST 23, 2023

(papers.ssrn.com) How 529 plan accounts are treated in a divorce. marketwatch.com) Estate planning Estate planning is about showing our love for our families. wealthfoundme.com) More families are at risk from estate taxes looking out into 2025 and beyond.

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Integrity Financial Planning

AUGUST 28, 2022

Understand the basics first, and then create an estate plan. Wills and trusts are both important estate planning tools with important differences. Many people may not know that their will does not control who inherits all of their assets, such as retirement accounts, life insurance, and annuities.

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Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 31, 2024

In late 2019, Congress passed the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act, introducing several significant changes to retirement planning. This shift has led financial advisors to explore new strategies for mitigating the resulting tax-planning challenges.

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Abnormal Returns

MAY 10, 2023

(financialducksinarow.com) Retirement The math behind savings rates and retiring early. ofdollarsanddata.com) Make sure you know what you are retiring to. ofdollarsanddata.com) Some evidence that couple should maintain joint checking accounts. obliviousinvestor.com) How to effectively withdraw money from a 529 plan.

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 9, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" – this week's edition kicks off with the news that a recent survey indicates that clients of financial advisors are more confident than others about their financial preparedness for retirement and are more likely to have a financial plan in place that can weather the ups (..)

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Abnormal Returns

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

morningstar.com) A first-hand account of the case for hiring a tax preparer. dariusforoux.com) Want to be happier in retirement? marketwatch.com) Why your estate plan should include this letter. (morningstar.com) There are a lot of decisions to make when it comes to health insurance.

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Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) feature useful tax advantages that make them a popular savings vehicle. One possible outcome of ‘superfunding’ an HSA, however, is that the account owner may not actually use up all of their HSA funds over their lifetime, which can have significant tax consequences.

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Your Richest Life

AUGUST 11, 2023

Your estate plan is the comprehensive guide to your wealth and property when you pass away or become incapacitated physically or mentally. it’s important that you update your estate plan to reflect those changes. As a physician, there are a few other areas to pay attention to when you’re working on your estate plan.

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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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Dear Mr. Market

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Three to six months worth of expenses tucked away in a high-yield savings account. Maximize Retirement Contributions Contribute as much as possible to your 401(k), IRA, or Roth IRA. A little planning now avoids big headaches later. Whether youre fine-tuning your budget or planning your retirement roadmap, dont go it alone.

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Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 24, 2024

The need to address longevity risk has become increasingly important, allowing financial advisors to add even more value for their clients by ensuring that their financial needs are met throughout retirement. Ultimately, the key point is that a properly drafted POA is an essential part of every estate plan.

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Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 24, 2024

The need to address longevity risk has become increasingly important, allowing financial advisors to add even more value for their clients by ensuring that their financial needs are met throughout retirement. Ultimately, the key point is that a properly drafted POA is an essential part of every estate plan.

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Integrity Financial Planning

MAY 23, 2023

An estate plan is a legal document that outlines a person’s wishes for the distribution of their assets and property after their death. It is essential to create an estate plan to ensure that your family and loved ones are taken care of in the event of your passing. Contact us today to get started!

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Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Which means that by taking into account a client's net worth, realistic liability risks, and level of sophistication, advisors can help assess what types of strategies may be appropriate for the client to explore. For instance, qualified plan assets (e.g., tenancy by the entireties and community property).

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Integrity Financial Planning

MAY 8, 2023

You may know plenty about the differences between traditional IRAs and Roth IRAs, as well as the risks to your IRAs in this market, but what happens to an IRA (or other retirement account) that still has money in it when its owner passes away? 1, 2, 3, 5] [link] [4] [link] The post What Happens to Inherited Retirement Accounts?

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Accounting Retirement Distribution Retirement Planning 87

MainStreet Financial Planning

JANUARY 23, 2025

Freezing your credit is an effective way to protect against identity theft and unauthorized access to your financial accounts. Verify that the information is accurate and that all your credit cards, store accounts, and loans are properly listed. This will help catch any errors or fraudulent activity.

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Estate Planning Budgeting Taxes Insurance 85

Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 21, 2024

million in assets to both retire and pass on a legacy interest (though many have yet to establish an estate plan), according to a recent survey. Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" – this week's edition kicks off with the news that affluent Americans believe they need an average of $5.5

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WiserAdvisor

MARCH 13, 2024

Achieving financial freedom in retirement requires meticulous planning, dedicated effort, and strategic management. Without a solid plan, you risk drifting without direction. Within this framework, the concept of the five pillars of retirement planning emerges as a valuable strategy.

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WiserAdvisor

AUGUST 31, 2023

Financial advisors play a crucial role in assisting you before your retire. They can also help you optimize your savings and investment plans, ensuring that you maximize your earning potential while minimizing risks. Here are 5 benefits of hiring a financial advisor after you retire: 1.

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Harness Wealth

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Checklist: Year-end Tax Planning Strategies Review the following tax strategies with your tax advisor and/or financial advisor before the end of the year. Fully Utilize Tax-Advantaged Retirement and Savings Accounts There are multiple steps you can take using retirement accounts to reduce your taxable income.

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Integrity Financial Planning

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

One way of thinking about retirement is that it happens in phases. Phase 1: Pre-retirement (Approximately Ages 50-62) This is around the age when you will start to have a sense of what you have saved and what your expenses might look like. When you are 20 years old, it can be hard to picture what retirement might look like for you.

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Carson Wealth

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Estate planning touches two critical aspects of our lives: It can direct the distribution of property while providing a structure of guardianship and care for ourselves as well as those we love and care for. But many people feel like estate planning happens when you’re older, and that’s a misconception.

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Darrow Wealth Management

MAY 6, 2024

Checklist for executors of their parent’s estate Get organized Where are the original estate planning documents located? Who is the attorney who drafted the estate plan? Inform them of your parents passing and discuss options for support in settling the estate. Consult your attorney to find out.

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Carson Wealth

NOVEMBER 5, 2022

Estate Planning isn’t fun to think about. But estate planning is so much more than terminal actions – it helps set a stage for a rich life while protecting against unnecessary taxes and family feuds. . Who needs estate planning? Anyone with dependents, retirement accounts, life insurance or real property.

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WiserAdvisor

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Retirement planning can be a bit complex. There are multiple factors to weigh in, right from healthcare and inflation to estate planning, business succession planning, tax planning, and more. However, the main drawback to this can be the lack of foresight regarding what and how to plan.

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Zoe Financial

MARCH 21, 2025

Published: March 21st, 2025 Reading Time: 6 minutes Written by: The Zoe Team Managing wealth involves more than just investingit requires careful planning, strategic decision-making, and a long-term vision. Estate Planning : Ensuring your wealth is passed on according to your wishes. Optimizing tax-efficient retirement income.

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Abnormal Returns

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

kitces.com) The SECURE Act made Roth IRAs more attractive from a estate planning perspective. thinkadvisor.com) How RMDs on 401(k) accounts are different. financialducksinarow.com) Financial considerations are only one part of planning for retirement. kindnessfp.com)

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NAIFA Advisor Today

APRIL 12, 2024

Understanding the intersection between financial assets and estate planning is extremely important for maximizing wealth and enhancing asset protection. Join us on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Eastern for an in-depth webinar that focuses on aligning your clients' financial assets with their estate planning goals.

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Abnormal Returns

MAY 22, 2023

barrons.com) Dan Haylett talks with Brian Portnoy about contentment in retirement. citywire.com) Estate planning Can new estate planning platforms put the adviser at the center of the process? investmentnews.com) Why auto-portability of 401(k) accounts will help. Come meet the team in Austin on June 12-14th.

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Financial Advising Estate Planning Wealth Management Compliance 130

Abnormal Returns

OCTOBER 10, 2022

(riabiz.com) Fidelity, Vanguard and Alight are rolling out a service to automate the transfer of retirement accounts between employers. riabiz.com) Taxes Why RIAs love to buy accounting firms. advisorperspectives.com) Only 1 in 3 Americans have an estate plan. (fa-mag.com) fa-mag.com) Risk is unavoidable.

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Wealth Management Financial Advising Estate Planning Taxes 130

Zoe Financial

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Example : Set up an automatic transfer to your savings account after every paycheck or schedule monthly check-ins with your financial advisor. For instance, I will contribute an additional $10,000 to my retirement fund this year or I will pay off my $15,000 credit card balance by December 2025. Outcome: What Results Will You Achieve?

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Estate Planning Financial Advisor Wealth Advisor Accounting 40

Carson Wealth

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

On a basic level, if you have an estate plan, you control who will receive your property upon your death. An estate plan can also protect you in the event of an unforeseen life-altering medical emergency. Most Americans need an estate plan of some kind, and most Americans don’t have one.

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Carson Wealth

APRIL 4, 2024

From opening your first checking account to taking out your first car loan, they were always there to guide you. Assessing Their Financial Situation Your first task should be gathering information about all of your parents’ financial accounts and holdings. Your parents taught you everything you know about money. It’s not always easy.

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Management Healthcare Medical Estate Planning 137

Carson Wealth

JANUARY 3, 2023

Many people believe, incorrectly, that estate planning is for older, ultra-wealthy people. But the simple truth is: If you have property, you need an estate plan. Your estate plan is the key to ensuring your wishes are carried out after you die or you’ve become incapacitated and can’t make decisions on your own. .

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