Abnormal Returns

OCTOBER 14, 2024

standarddeviationspod.com) Brendan Frazier talks with Kathi Balasek about communicating with grieving clients. riabiz.com) Estate planning Gifting is going to become more important as the TCJA expiration nears. kitces.com) Why it often takes a crisis to prompt movement on an estate plan.

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

This includes how we plan and manage our estate. Effective estate planning is an act of financial stewardship. With our estate, we have the immense power to bless others, including our families, children, and charitable organizations we care about. In fact, your estate plan can reflect your deepest held values.

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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. Communicate, Communicate, Communicate. Get in touch with us to find out how we can help you create a financial plan for your retirement and the future.

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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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Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Which means that on any given workday, advisors might find themselves reviewing one client’s portfolio and another’s estate plan in the morning, and having a meeting with a third client later in the afternoon. With this approach, the advisor can focus on particular planning areas (e.g.,

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Abnormal Returns

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Podcasts Rick Ferri talks estate planning with Ryan Barrett and Mike Piper. investmentnews.com) 401(k) plans Auto-enrollment helps boost 401(k) participation rates, the most for men. riabiz.com) Communication Having a public presence can be scary for advisers.

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Abnormal Returns

MARCH 20, 2023

Podcasts Brendan Frazier talks with Deirdre Van Nest about communicating with clients in an emotionally-compelling way. barrons.com) The FDIC is planning to sell SVB Private separately from the rest of the bank. advisorperspectives.com) A shocking number of people don't have a will or estate plan. thinkadvisor.com)

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Abnormal Returns

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Communicate your understanding of the client’s underlying issues and concerns in terms that the client can understand. advisorperspectives.com) The language of financial planning can get in the way of life planning. fa-mag.com) Substance abuse issues complicate the estate planning process. thinkadvisor.com)

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Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 22, 2024

For example, an advisor may think of "risk management" in terms of life and property insurance coverage, whereas HNW clients may instead think of tax and estate-planning strategies as asset protection measures – particularly for the future wealth of their heirs.

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Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Jarkesy, which in a narrow sense focuses on the SEC's use of in-house Administrative Law Judges to hear securities law cases rather than traditional Federal jury trials, but in a broader sense could call into question the SEC's (and other government agencies') authority to make rules and enforce laws in the absence of specific guidance from Congress (..)

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eMoney Advisor

MARCH 7, 2023

Fortunately, financial professionals have tools and wealth transfer strategies that can help couples be intentional about the use of their assets in an estate plan. Why Focus on Estate Planning for Blended Families A thoughtful plan and good communication can go a long way in heading off conflict in large families.

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eMoney Advisor

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

That occasion marked an agreement with the IRS on a $156 million value on Prince’s real estate and recordings for the artist who died in April 2016—without a will. What can we learn from celebrity estate planning disasters like this? Such cautionary tales prove the value of proper planning. It turns out, plenty.

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eMoney Advisor

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

And if they’re unprepared—or worse, if the family estate planning strategies are less than buttoned up—how will that affect your practice down the line? the better path lies in improving family communication and financial education. Estate Plan Basics. Executors and Trustees.

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Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 7, 2024

Also in industry news this week: Backers announced the new Texas Stock Exchange, which seeks to provide companies with a lower-cost alternative to the NYSE and Nasdaq, which, if successful, could create a more competitive landscape and potentially better execution and reduced trading costs for financial advisors and their clients The American College (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Taxes are a central component of financial planning. Almost every financial planning issue – whether it is retirement, investments, cash flow, insurance, or estate planning – has tax considerations, and advisors provide a great deal of value in helping clients minimize their overall tax burden.

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Carson Wealth

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

While there are certainly ways to do estate planning without a lawyer, for most people hiring an estate planning attorney makes the most sense. Estate plans can get complex fast, and even fairly straightforward estates can feel overwhelming if you’re not trained in the area. Do your research.

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International College of Financial Planning

OCTOBER 26, 2023

The Imperative of Estate Planning: Not Just for the Affluent Often, there’s a prevailing misconception that estate planning is a luxury reserved for the wealthy elite. Real estate planning is a crucial undertaking that every adult and family should prioritize.

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Carson Wealth

JUNE 29, 2022

There were hard feelings — a lot of wondering why her parents had skipped her in their estate planning. . Not talking to your family about your estate plan has the potential to create chaos and make your family feel unprepared. . Your Estate Plan and Picking Powers of Attorney. At the minimum, share: .

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WiserAdvisor

APRIL 19, 2024

While a financial plan focuses on managing your finances during your lifetime, an estate plan is essential for determining the fate of your assets after you pass away. Estate planning involves the transfer of your assets to your heirs in the event of your passing.

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Steve Sanduski

DECEMBER 10, 2024

In a Nutshell: Great copy means you’ll never experience a failure to communicate. Your job is to transfer what you find to your website and client communication. Copy and messaging essentials and why your communication should “repel” some visitors. Great copy is simple.

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Brown Advisory

SEPTEMBER 12, 2016

Proposed Tax Law Changes Prompt Estate Planning Review achen Mon, 09/12/2016 - 06:00 A plan to maximize a family’s financial legacy usually saves the most tax by leveraging the longterm compounding of investments outside of the taxable estate. They are intended for the sole use of the addressee.

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Brown Advisory

SEPTEMBER 12, 2016

Proposed Tax Law Changes Prompt Estate Planning Review. A plan to maximize a family’s financial legacy usually saves the most tax by leveraging the longterm compounding of investments outside of the taxable estate. Adopting a program of planning early, and monitoring that program, often brings the best results.

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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. Are You in the Process of Building Your Estate Plan? Let’s take a look at the tax impact and other considerations of each. .

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Ballast Advisors

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Navigating the complexities of estate planning can often feel like charting through uncharted waters, especially when it comes to handling assets, taxes, and ensuring one’s legacy is preserved according to their wishes. Techniques such as swapping assets with a higher basis out of the estate can help achieve this objective effectively.

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WiserAdvisor

JUNE 6, 2023

However, given the high value of wealth, it becomes all the more critical for high-net-worth individuals to plan their finances optimally. Estate planning is one of the key components of financial planning these individuals need to focus on. This makes asset protection a significant concern. in their work endeavors.

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Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 4, 2024

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Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 4, 2024

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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.

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Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 15, 2022

In our 101st episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss the challenges advisors face in setting fees commensurate to their service offerings and the importance of charging sustainable fees to help businesses flourish. tax and estate planning) to differentiate themselves.

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Integrity Financial Planning

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

An estimated 90% of wealthy families lose their wealth by the third generation, so if you are planning on leaving behind assets to your family, knowing the unique risks to the affluent investor and considering strategies to maintain your wealth within your family can be very beneficial. [1]

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Darrow Wealth Management

MARCH 13, 2025

In this case, you can speak with your estate planning attorney about gifting stock to family outright during your life (perhaps someone in a lower tax bracket!) or putting shares in trust to maintain some control while removing the value from your estate.

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eMoney Advisor

APRIL 4, 2023

Financial professionals can help by opening the lines of communication with clients and their families. Without early and frequent communication, your clients’ children could find themselves overwhelmed and underprepared when they receive their inheritance.

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eMoney Advisor

DECEMBER 6, 2022

After all, if your services include coordination with their estate planning, insurance, and more, you need to have a secure way they can share that data with you. This means knowing your clients and the risks they face and communicating when there’s an active threat. 3 Calming Nerves with Proactive Outreach. Sources: 1.

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Good Financial Cents

MARCH 30, 2023

Types of Family Trusts To make estate planning a bit more confusing , there are different types of revocable trusts. Limitation of exposure to estate taxes , as part of a proper estate planning process. FYI- the initial trustee is almost always (99.99%) the grantor/settlor of that trust.

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Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)

MARCH 17, 2024

Second opinion If a prospect doesn’t seem receptive at first because they believe they have everything taken care of as far as estate planning or business succession planning, ask them if they would be willing for you to give them a second opinion for free.

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Midstream Marketing

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Think about these factors: The age, job, and income of people Financial needs such as planning for retirement, managing investments, and estate planning Their values and preferences To make a better referral program, it’s important to understand your ideal client. Learn what they like and what rewards they want.

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WiserAdvisor

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Help the elderly with estate planning Estate planning is an integral component of financial advice for seniors. can take advantage of a situation and misuse the client’s estate. However, proper estate planning can help in these situations. Children, grandchildren, spouses, ex-spouses, etc.,

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