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. However, there are nuances to consider.

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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. A will ensures property is distributed after your passing, according to your wishes, while a trust goes into effect as soon as you create it. A Will vs. a Trust.

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 23, 2023

However, the caveat with current CGAs has been that they could only be funded with after-tax dollars before the donor’s death, meaning that if an individual only had tax-deferred funds (e.g., Second, they reduce the donor's tax bill in the year the CGA is created by excluding the amount contributed to the CGA from taxable income.

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Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 19, 2024

The role of estate planning is most commonly considered to be about transferring assets from one generation to the next in the most efficient manner possible (e.g., how to minimize the burden of estate taxes and avoid the public spectacle of the probate process). at age 21 or 30) or stagger distributions at multiple ages.

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Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 19, 2024

The role of estate planning is most commonly considered to be about transferring assets from one generation to the next in the most efficient manner possible (e.g., how to minimize the burden of estate taxes and avoid the public spectacle of the probate process). at age 21 or 30) or stagger distributions at multiple ages.

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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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Abnormal Returns

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

obliviousinvestor.com) Estate planning Changing an estate plan takes time. wealthmanagement.com) Do your clients have a digital estate plan? thinkadvisor.com) How tax treatment differs across states for 529-to-Roth IRA rollovers. advisorperspectives.com) Fidelity Charitable distributed $11.8

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Carson Wealth

OCTOBER 25, 2023

If your net worth plus the death benefit of life insurance policies you own exceeds $13 million, putting your assets in specific types of trusts can be helpful for federal estate tax issues. But for most Americans, federal estate taxes will not be a major concern. This is especially true when you have a blended family.

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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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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? Estate Planning in Your 20s . Craig Lemoine, Ph.D.,

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Advisor Perspectives

JUNE 1, 2023

Provisions of the SECURE Act may require advisors to revisit estate plans for clients who aren't utilizing their RMDs or who have qualified assets intended for the next generation. Some clients may benefit from strategies for using life insurance to maximize the value of qualified assets while minimizing their tax burden.

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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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Park Place Financial

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Estates Estate Planning in this Economic Climate Schedule a Complimentary Financial Review CLICK HERE TO SCHEDULE. If you are in the middle of estate planning , consider the following strategies to develop a sound plan amidst widespread economic challenges. . Create a Trust .

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Harness Wealth

JUNE 23, 2023

Estate planning is a critical component of a comprehensive financial plan. It involves deciding how your assets will be distributed upon your death or incapacitation. Furthermore, estate planning includes aspects such as tax minimization strategies, asset protection, and charitable giving.

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Harness Wealth

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Only 26% of Americans have an estate plan. If you’re thinking, “But my clients are high-net-worth…many more have an estate plan.” These numbers show an opportunity for tax practices to build deeper, meaningful relationships with their clients, helping them to navigate some of life’s most challenging financial decisions.

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Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 26, 2024

And so the conundrum of people with "too much" savings in their 529 plan – either because they overestimated how much they needed to save, or because they chose a different path entirely that didn't involve going to college – has been how to get funds out of the plan without sacrificing a large part of their value to taxes and penalties.

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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. Find your next tax advisor at Harness today. Starting at $2,500.

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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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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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Park Place Financial

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

ESTATES The 5 Most Common Estate Planning Myths Schedule a Complimentary Financial Review CLICK HERE TO SCHEDULE. Estate planning is a crucial component of financial preparation for many individuals, as it enables their wealth to have a lasting and meaningful impact on their loved ones.

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Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 31, 2024

This shift has led financial advisors to explore new strategies for mitigating the resulting tax-planning challenges. This allows the account to grow on a tax-deferred basis, with income to beneficiaries being taxed when distributions are made.

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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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Carson Wealth

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

It’s a simple, human act – one that seems like it shouldn’t take too much planning to do it correctly. But when does gifting become a tax issue? What do you need to consider about gifting as it relates to your overall estate plan? Taxes on Giving??? Why do you have to pay taxes on money you’re giving away?

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Darrow Wealth Management

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Choosing whether to fund a trust with your assets is an important decision in the estate planning process. A will and a trust are two different estate planning tools. There are no changes to the tax treatment of these assets. The probate court will use the will to help guide their distributions and other decisions.

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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. Business succession: Many high-net-worth individuals are business owners.

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Park Place Financial

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

ESTATES Family Estate Planning: The 6 Essentials Schedule a Complimentary Financial Review CLICK HERE TO SCHEDULE. According to one survey, 67% of Americans have no estate plan, which may reflect an aversion to thinking about dying or getting gravely ill. Navigate Family Estate Planning with Park Place Financial .

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Darrow Wealth Management

MAY 6, 2024

If your parent had a trust, the individual(s) named in the trust documents as successor trustee will control the distribution of the trust assets. 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?

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Darrow Wealth Management

JULY 1, 2024

The 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) brought sweeping changes to the tax code, impacting every taxpayer and business owner. Here’s a summary of the major tax law changes coming in 2026 and some steps individuals and business owners can take to prepare. For some, this may lead to more taxes paid on capital gains.

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Pacifica Wealth

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

After you pass away, the courts must determine the distribution of your assets. A Will is a legal document that expresses how your assets should be distributed at death. Remember, each state has a pre-determined plan for your assets that they will use unless you provide other instructions. A Will does just that.

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Fortune Financial

JULY 28, 2022

Anyone who owns company stock will eventually have to decide how to distribute their assets — typically when there is a job change or retirement involved. When you transfer most assets to a taxable account, there will be income tax, but with company stock, you can take advantage of net unrealized appreciation (NUA). . Cost Tradeoff.

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Advisor Perspectives

OCTOBER 1, 2023

When those changes involve tax law, it is extremely important for clients to meet with their financial professional, tax advisor, and legal advisor to discuss any adjustments that may need to be made to their financial, retirement, or estate plan. My guests today are two members of the MassMutual team.

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Advisor Perspectives

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

When those changes involve tax law, it is extremely important for clients to meet with their financial professional, tax advisor, and legal advisor to discuss any adjustments that may need to be made to their financial, retirement, or estate plan. My guests today are two members of the MassMutual team.

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Darrow Wealth Management

JANUARY 29, 2024

There are no tax benefits during life nor are there any adverse tax implications. This article is a high-level overview of the various estate planning techniques and considerations when using revocable living trusts from the perspective of a wealth advisor (e.g. Other living trust benefits State estate tax planning.

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Darrow Wealth Management

AUGUST 8, 2022

” This meant annual required minimum distributions (RMDs) were out. Another key aspect that the 2019 Secure Act changed was the required minimum distribution age. Assuming the changes pass, some beneficiaries will have missed a required distribution. Individuals born before July 1, 1949 will retain an RMD age of 70 1/2.

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Nationwide Financial

MARCH 6, 2023

Even if a client believes they would not be subject to estate or gift tax under current law, you may want to re-examine the value of their assets to determine whether they exceed a lower exemption amount. Tax season has begun, and it’s not too early to think about planning for the 2023 tax year.

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Darrow Wealth Management

MAY 6, 2024

If your parent had a trust, the individual(s) named in the trust documents as successor trustee will control the distribution of the trust assets. 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?

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Darrow Wealth Management

JULY 1, 2024

The 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) brought sweeping changes to the tax code, impacting every taxpayer and business owner. Here’s a summary of the major tax law changes coming in 2026 and some steps individuals and business owners can take to prepare. For some, this may lead to more taxes paid on capital gains.

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