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Effective Implementation Of A Backdoor Roth Strategy: Detailed Nuances, IRS Form 8606 (And When It’s Even Worth Doing)

Nerd's Eye View

There are many tax planning strategies that allow financial advisors to demonstrate the ongoing value they provide to clients in exchange for the fees they charge. Advisors also can support the backdoor Roth process by communicating with clients' tax preparers about the strategy and why they are recommending it for their mutual client.

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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (July 13-14)

Nerd's Eye View

Also in industry news this week: 2 House committees this week advanced legislation that would halt implementation of the Department of Labor's new Retirement Security Rule, which, combined with ongoing lawsuits, threaten to derail the regulation either before or soon after it becomes effective in late September A Federal judge has put the future of (..)

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Creating a Charitable Endowment: Long-Term Support Strategies for Your Causes

Carson Wealth

Donations to endowment funds are tax-deductible, giving them a place in your overall financial management and tax plan. An endowment offers benefits that can extend beyond tax deductions and financial efficiency. The usage policy establishes the purposes for which the charity can use the fund distributions.

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Checklists for Year-End Tax Planning

Ballast Advisors

What are appropriate checklists for year-end tax planning? Tax planners often develop checklists to guide taxpayers toward year-end strategies that might help reduce taxes. Certain tax benefits may be available if you can claim an individual as a dependent. Family tax planning. Copyright 2022.

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Massachusetts ‘Millionaires’ Tax Applies to Sudden Wealth Events

Darrow Wealth Management

The ‘millionaires’ tax will also ensnare taxpayers who exceed the $1M limit after selling a home, business, stock options, or other types of one-time events. Article is a general communication only and should not be used as the basis for making any type of tax, financial, legal, or investment decision.

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Is Retirement a Good Time for Roth Conversions?

Darrow Wealth Management

If you are expecting sudden wealth from the sale of a business or other liquidity event, then it may not make sense to do a conversion in the same tax year, but could be worth considering alongside cash allocation discussions. The example above assumes the couple does not need the full distribution from the IRA to meet lifestyle expenses.

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Major Tax Changes Are Coming in 2026. Are You Ready?

Darrow Wealth Management

This tax benefit is scheduled to sunset at the end of 2026. Tax planning for 2026 Depending on your situation, income, and goals, your planning options will vary. As with anything in tax planning, it’s important not to let the tax-tail wag the dog.

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