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Founder Brad Stark provides an editorial piece on the US debt-to-GDP ratio and the future economic indicators we should look for.

The IRS has unveiled crucial adjustments to tax brackets, credits, and deductions for 2025. Read more in this article.

Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) have become an even more powerful tool for charitably inclined investors, but how do they work?

As we near the end of 2024, there are some year-end tax, estate, and charitable planning strategies you should consider.

Director of Estate Strategy, Andrew Kulha, breaks down Oregon’s low estate tax exemption and offers tips to help you plan ahead.

Explore the key elements to creating a strong financial foundation—investment strategies, tax efficiency, estate planning, and more.

Curious about how Washington estate taxes differ from federal rules? Here are the keys of Washington’s estate tax system and strategies to protect your legacy.

On July 18, 2024, the IRS issued final RMD regulations under the SECURE Act and the SECURE 2.0 Act, affecting RMDs, inherited IRAs, and more.

Minnesota is one of 13 states/territories that impose an estate tax. Read about tax and estate planning strategies in this article.

Illinois is one of 13 states/territories with an estate tax at the state level. Learn the specifics and planning strategies in this article.

What is the “Kiddie Tax” and how does it work? Find out how to plan for the Kiddie Tax in this blog article.

If you had earned income last year, you may be able to contribute up to $6,500 for 2023 up until your tax return due date,

There are several estate tax deduction strategies to take advantage of before the estate planning tax laws change at the end of 2025.

Uncover how the tax code and inflation are shaping our debt landscape in this article and get the insights you need for smarter financial planning.

Even though the 2024 tax year is well underway, there may still be time to take steps that lower your tax liability for 2023.

Discover how upcoming changes in the tax code could impact your estate planning and explore opportunities and strategies for 2024 and 2025.

Charitable giving doesn’t need to be complicated. Here are a number of strategies to use when giving this season, in order of complexity.

Discover how to leave a lasting legacy for your family while making a positive difference in the world of charitable giving.

The IRS has unveiled crucial adjustments to 2024 tax brackets, credits, and deductions. Here are the key highlights.

Here’s a few important tax reminders to consider as you weigh potential tax moves between now and the end of 2023.

Three lesser-discussed provisions of the SECURE 2.0 Act that can significantly impact your retirement planning.

A well-crafted Buy-Sell Agreement can provide a solid foundation for a successful business transfer within the family.

Establishing 72(t) distributions, or SEPs, allow you to access IRA retirement funds before the age of 59 ½ without incurring a penalty. Find out more.

Tax diversification refers to a strategy or approach used by individuals to manage their investments and retirement savings in a way that allows for flexibility in managing their tax liabilities.

Deciding whether to convert a Traditional IRA to a Roth IRA can be a complex financial puzzle, where the pieces of taxation and retirement planning intersect.

Tax Day is Tuesday, April 18, 2023. Here’s what you need to know regarding your tax return, tax organizer, and extension deadlines.

Are you approaching retirement in the next 5 years? There are three important updates on the SECURE Act 2.0 that you should know.

For those that are charitably inclined, there are some good options to consider when naming a charity as a beneficiary of your IRA.

The SECURE Act 2.0 was signed into law by President Biden on December 29, 2022. We’ve briefly summarized the most important provisions.

When it comes time to evaluating and selecting an optimal social security collecting strategy, there are a few things to consider.

As we approach the last few months of 2022, it’s a good time to consider some of these tax planning and minimization strategies.

You may have considered loaning money to a family member since there are several advantages of intra-family loans. Find out more in this blog.

Our advisors share awareness about the value of planning for higher education and some misconceptions about 529 plans and prepaid tuition.

With the recent tax changes we’ve put together a few estate planning strategies to consider. Read more here!

This is a brief summary of the significant changes to estate tax laws and 529 Plans this year, provided by Kenneth E. Devore & Associates.