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Charitable Distributions
Guide to Charitable Distributions & Giving Options Charitable giving not only benefits the causes you care about, but it can also provide valuable tax advantages and help you align your financial goals with your values. There are several ways...
Education Savings Investment Accounts
Guide to Education Savings Investment Accounts As the cost of education continues to rise, planning for your child’s or loved one’s future education becomes increasingly important. Several investment account options can help you save for educ...
Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs)
Guide to Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) As you approach retirement and begin to take distributions from your retirement accounts, it’s essential to understand Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs). These are mandatory withdrawals that the...
Roth Conversion
What Is a Roth Conversion? A Smart Move for Long-Term Retirement Planning When planning for retirement, one of the most powerful tools in your financial toolkit is the Roth IRA. Unlike traditional retirement accounts, Roth IRAs offer tax-free...
SEP and SIMPLE IRA Rollovers
SEP and SIMPLE IRA Rollovers Explained: What Investors Need to Know When it comes to retirement planning for small business owners and self-employed individuals, SEP and SIMPLE IRAs are popular tools. However, the process of rolling these accoun...
Understanding UTMA and UGMA Accounts
Understanding UTMA and UGMA Accounts The Uniform Transfers to Minors Act (UTMA) and the Uniform Gifts to Minors Act (UGMA) provide ways for adults to transfer assets to a minor without creating a formal trust. These accounts are designed to simpl...
HSA and FSA Overview
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account Eligible Expenses Overview Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) are tax-advantaged health care spending accounts that allow you to pay for qualified medi...
IUL Pros and Cons
Is an Indexed Universal Life Policy (IUL) appropriate for you? Indexed Universal Life (IUL) is a form of permanent life insurance offering tax-advantaged cash value growth linked to a market index, with a guaranteed floor but limited upside cap, b...