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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (June 22-23)

Nerd's Eye View

Also in industry news this week: A recent survey indicates that financial advisors continue to move towards ETFs and away from mutual funds when it comes to client portfolio recommendations, though a majority of advisors continue to see a role for active management in the investment management process A former employee has filed a lawsuit alleging (..)

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When is the Best Time for a Roth Conversion?

Darrow Wealth Management

Retirement tax planning with Roth conversions There is no one-size-fits-all approach to retirement planning or investing, which is important to keep in mind as Roth conversion strategies gain popularity due to expiring tax cuts.

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4 Tips for Proper Tax Filing

Integrity Financial Planning

Next, let’s face it, not all of us are exceptional when it comes to math. Taxpayers should always confirm that their math is correct, as this is one of the most common mistakes made when filing. [1] It’s also not a bad idea to review the bank account numbers you included (some of those digits can be lengthy!).

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Should You Exercise Stock Options During a Pre-IPO Window?

Darrow Wealth Management

Although the spread is still considerable, at the 22% statutory withholding rate for non-qualified stock options (if under $1M), the tax due with simple hypothetical math is ‘only’ about $38,500. That said, tax planning moves done in advance can also easily be negated by a sales plan that’s too bullish.

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How Might Behavioral Finance Impact Your Equity Compensation?

Zajac Group

Behavior Finance and Your Portfolio So much of the concept of investing is about logic, math, and numbers. However, simply avoiding decisions about your equity comp because youre concerned about the taxes involved is not the solution.

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Transcript: Ted Seides

The Big Picture

It’s part of their own tax planning. RITHOLTZ: So hold the duration risk aside with those two, but just for an investor in treasuries, I know you’ve done the math before. RITHOLTZ: But some of these guys are sitting with a lot more than a billion dollars, and why not? Unless they have their own foundation.

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The Long Game: Roth Conversions & Legacy Planning

Brown Advisory

Paying tax now instead of later goes against the grain of conventional tax planning. the owner plans to spend down the account in retirement), the benefits of converting may be minimal, as those benefits take a long time to accrue.a Some factors to consider: If the ultimate beneficiary is: the account owner (i.e.,