Harness Wealth

MARCH 29, 2023

Councilor, Buchanan & Mitchell is a full-service accounting and advisory firm in the Mid-Atlantic region in the Harness Wealth Advisor network. Below are some insights from Richard Morris, Executive Vice President and Director of Tax Services, and Alex Seleznev, Senior Investment Advisor and Chief Operating Officer of MBI, LLC.

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Tobias Financial

JULY 5, 2024

In a recent CNBC article, our Wealth Advisor, Catalina Franco-Cicero, MS, CFP®, CTS , was quoted on the topic of tax strategies during periods of unemployment. However, a period of lower income in 2024 could present valuable tax planning opportunities.

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FMG

MAY 22, 2023

For our latest Financial Advisor Website Showcase, we are joined by James. M Comblo, CEO of FSC Wealth Advisors. FSC Wealth Advisors was started by my grandfather in the 60s, and my uncle took over in the 80s. Initially, I didn’t plan to become an advisor. Tell us about your firm. What is your story?

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FMG

JULY 14, 2022

For today’s Advisor Website Showcase, we are joined by Letizia Carlisto of Navis Wealth Advisors. Making use of FMG’s website engine, Navis Wealth Advisor took aim at creating a website themed around its logo – the compass. Modernize Your Website.

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Harness Wealth

JULY 29, 2024

In this guest post, Harness Tax Advisory Council member, Griffin Bridgers, J.D., covers some of the top estate planning trends that tax advisors should be tracking during the second half of 2024. However, awareness is key, both for clients and advisors. citizens and residents.

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Darrow Wealth Management

JULY 30, 2024

For founders, employees, and executives with stock-based compensation, an 83(b) election can be a powerful tax planning tool. When you make an 83(b) election, you’re opting to pay tax on unvested shares now, instead of when the stock vests. In tax lingo, this is known as substantial risk of forfeiture.

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Harness Wealth

OCTOBER 16, 2024

We recently connected with Michael Paley, Chief Operating Officer of Klingman & Associates , for a Q&A on how tax advisors can collaborate with wealth managers to better serve clients. Q: How can tax advisors align with the work of wealth advisors? Unlike an endowment, taxes really matter.

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Inside Information

JANUARY 31, 2025

Ayasha Jones, partner and Director of Operations at BlueSky Wealth Advisors in New Bern, NC said that she and other ops professionals are inundated with new fintech options all the time, and the IT percentage of the operating budget is larger than it ever was. But a number of readers got back to me with a reality check.

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Harness Wealth

APRIL 17, 2023

The Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) is an aspect of the US tax code designed to ensure that individuals pay a minimum amount of tax. AMT was introduced in 1969 in response to high-income Americans taking advantage of loopholes in the tax code to bring their taxable income to zero. How is AMT Calculated?

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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. States have their own estate tax laws.

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WiserAdvisor

AUGUST 31, 2023

A financial advisor can help with maximizing your retirement income through tax planning After retirement, your income sources may become limited to pensions, Social Security benefits, and investment income. A financial advisor can craft tax-efficient withdrawal strategies to minimize the tax burden on your retirement income.

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Darrow Wealth Management

AUGUST 28, 2023

Your team of business and personal advisors will be instrumental in getting the deal over the finish line. Your business advisory team may consist of: a business broker or M&A advisor, accounting and tax advisors, and transaction/M&A attorney. And also how to protect your interests and prioritize your goals.

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Tobias Financial

AUGUST 15, 2022

Tobias Financial Advisors is proud to announce that our Wealth Advisor Franklin “Franko” Gay serves on the National FPA NexGen Task Force and is one of the planners responsible for this year’s content at the 2022 FPA NexGen Gathering in Las Vegas from August 23 rd to 25 th.

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Darrow Wealth Management

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Pros and cons of exercising stock options in a pre-IPO window If you are new to the tax implications and basics about exercising stock options, please read this article first. Unfortunately, for those tax savings to materialize, the post-IPO stock price at sale must be considerably more than the pre-IPO valuation at exercise.

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Carson Wealth

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Carson Wealth announced the expansion of its Montana presence through a strategic partnership with Billings-based True North Financial, now known as Carson Wealth | True North Financial. Partnering with Carson Wealth was a game-changer for us. This collaboration establishes Carson’s second Billings location.

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Zoe Financial

JUNE 5, 2023

Stay tuned for next week. – Andres Disclosure: This page is not investment advice and should not be relied on for such advice or as a substitute for consultation with professional accounting, tax, legal or financial advisors. Ready to Grow Your Wealth?

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Darrow Wealth Management

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

If eligible, you may be able to exclude up to 100% of the gain from federal taxes when you sell your shares through the capital gains tax exclusion. The potential tax savings simply cannot be understated. Using IRS Section 1202, taxpayers can sell stock potentially free of federal capital gains taxes if the requirements are met.

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Zoe Financial

MAY 23, 2023

Stay tuned for next week. – Andres Disclosure: This page is not investment advice and should not be relied on for such advice or as a substitute for consultation with professional accounting, tax, legal or financial advisors. Ready to Grow Your Wealth?

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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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Darrow Wealth Management

MAY 3, 2024

And ultimately, how to invest a windfall will depend on a number of factors, including your risk tolerance, time horizon, and spending plans. To help ensure you’ll have all options available to you, try to delay any major purchases or financial commitments until after you’ve engaged a sudden wealth financial advisor.

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Darrow Wealth Management

MAY 3, 2024

And ultimately, how to invest a windfall will depend on a number of factors, including your risk tolerance, time horizon, and spending plans. To help ensure you’ll have all options available to you, try to delay any major purchases or financial commitments until after you’ve engaged a sudden wealth financial advisor.

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WiserAdvisor

AUGUST 8, 2022

It also requires a good understanding of tax policies, laws, market sentiment, etc. Secondly, when hiring a financial advisor, look for their certifications to establish more faith. Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA). Chartered Wealth Manager (CWM). However, there are some tax savings strategies that can help.

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Tobias Financial

JANUARY 20, 2023

Our Wealth Advisor, Franklin “Franko” Gay , is passionate about helping others achieve their personal goals by utilizing strategic financial and tax planning in their day-to-day lives. Once you have scrutinized your spending, the next task is to ensure that the dollars you freed up are finding their most productive home.

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Harness Wealth

MARCH 23, 2023

In this article, we explain Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), their popularity as a form of equity compensation, and how to best minimize tax liability on any RSUs you may have now or in the future. How are restricted stock units taxed? The first is upon vesting when your RSUs are subject to the ordinary income tax.

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International College of Financial Planning

DECEMBER 29, 2024

The Evolution of Financial Planning The financial planning industry has transformed significantly over the past decade. Modern financial planners must navigate complex investment products, understand evolving tax regulations, and adapt to technological innovations.

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Harness Wealth

MARCH 24, 2023

Additionally, because the shares are not your property until the vesting date, no taxes are owed until the vesting date. But depending on the value of your shares, and the growth of the company you work for, you could be on the road to a rather hefty tax bill. How are RSUs taxed? How are RSAs taxed? How are ISOs taxed?

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Harness Wealth

MARCH 9, 2023

Each type of equity has its own tax implications, which we’ll explain below: ISOs and NSOs If you have ISOs or NSOs, exercising your options before the IPO date can provide many tax benefits. Another consideration is that exercising your options will come with capital gains taxes.

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WiserAdvisor

JANUARY 27, 2023

In general terms, a high-net-worth individual is someone with substantial wealth and a mix of liquid assets, such as cash, stocks, and bonds, as well as non-liquid assets, such as real estate and privately-held businesses. 2023 may see several changes with respect to retirement plans, Social Security, etc., can be effective.

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Harness Wealth

APRIL 17, 2023

In this guide, we’ll explore the ins and outs of tender offers, discuss their associated tax implications, and give you the information you need to plan ahead for any tender offers in your future. Do You Owe Taxes In A Tender Offer? Do You Owe Taxes In A Tender Offer? Table of Contents: What Is A Tender Offer?

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International College of Financial Planning

OCTOBER 26, 2023

A financial advisor isn’t just a title; it’s a commitment. Their wisdom extends to suggesting tax-efficient avenues for pivotal life moments, be it education or the golden years of retirement. They’re well-versed in recommending vital products like life insurance and are wizards at tax planning.

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The Big Picture

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Well, first of all, we work with financial advisors of all types in the industry, non-Vanguard financial advisors, so you’ve got broker-dealers, independent registered investment advisors, RIAs and bank wealth advisors. They’ll do tax planning, right? And they bring a lot of value, right?

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WiserAdvisor

JULY 24, 2022

If you are a high-net-worth individual and wish to learn about wealth preservation, tax-saving strategies, and management of large estates; engage the services of a wealth advisor who can advise you on the same. Income and capital gains tax planning: The tax system in the U.S

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Harness Wealth

MAY 18, 2023

Is the Tax Industry in an Unprecedented Era? Though all of this change may seem unprecedented, it has a very relevant analog in one of the taxes sibling professions, financial advisory. This trend has also taken hold in other advisor markets like insurance brokerage where new platforms are creating additional leverage for advisors.

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Darrow Wealth Management

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Exercise strategy: Timing: Consider the tax implications of exercising vested options before or after the IPO, timing of sales, and tax planning opportunities. Cash flow: Depending on the type of equity you have, exercising can be challenging given tax implications and having cash to buy the stock.

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