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Optimize My Taxes
If wealth and taxes are not your expertise, you may be feeling a bit overwhelmed and in the dark. Studies show that as individuals come into newfound wealth, stress levels tend to rise as they wonder, what am I missing? Am I doing everything I can to protect and build my family’s wealth? That’s where tax-efficient strategies come into play.
Just because you have money, doesn’t mean you want it to be handled inefficiently. Understanding how to optimize your wealth for tax efficiency is a major concern that we address in a comprehensive Private Wealth Design, talking plainly and honestly with our clients, dispensing with Financial Advisor B.S. and jargon.
Articles on Optimizing Taxes
Are Medicare premiums deductible? Why the answer might surprise you
Let’s be honest. Figuring out your insurance premiums can feel chaotically complicated. Tax laws are cryptic, options depend heavily on individual circumstances, and the whole system can all feel...
Finding the Silver Lining: 8 Wealth Planning Opportunities
If you’re like me, you’ve been seeking out the silver linings in these unprecedented times. Albert Einstein said it most succinctly: “In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity.” And that’s...
Three reasons it’s time to reconsider Roth conversions
The benefits of Roth conversions seem obvious: having better control over taxable income in retirement (a Roth may lessen or eliminate your required minimum distributions), possibly paying less in...
5 Things Everyone Should Know About Death and Taxes
When tragedy strikes, be financially prepared. Here are things you need to know about death and taxes. Halloween is right around the corner, meaning so is the busiest time of year: Thanksgiving, the...
Which Money Should I Leave to My Kids?
Make the most of the money you leave behind with these tax-saving tips. The financial goal of many retirees is the straightforward need to have enough money until they die. Leaving a legacy to their...
Feeling Charitable? Use Donor Advised Funds
Donor advised funds let investors avoid some taxes while donating to charity. Americans have always been generous to those in need, and there are great charitable organizations throughout our...