With the holiday season upon us, many of us find ourselves seeking the perfect gift for loved ones, choosing thoughtful tokens for colleagues and teachers, and delighting children with the season’s hottest new games and gadgets. Gift-giving is a long-standing tradition, bringing joy to both the giver and the recipient. In some cases, those with…
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With the Thanksgiving holiday in the rear-view mirror and the holidays fast approaching, it is a perfect time to review your financial situation. This includes capitalizing on potential tax savings opportunities for 2024, ensuring compliance for 2024, and positioning yourself well for 2025. Required Minimum Distributions For Individuals 73 and Older: If you are 73…
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An inheritance has the potential to significantly impact your financial future. This sudden influx of wealth can be life-changing and overwhelming—knowing how to manage it wisely and make the most of the opportunity it presents is critical.
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When people think about financial planning, investing often comes to mind first, and for good reason. After all, a well-managed portfolio can generate returns that grow wealth over time. But if you only focus on investments without considering the bigger picture, you might miss critical opportunities or overlook important areas of your financial health. True…
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As the U.S. election on November 5th approaches, uncertainty about what lies ahead is on the rise—particularly regarding how global markets might respond. While media coverage will likely emphasize potential volatility, it’s essential for investors to stay grounded and maintain a thoughtful outlook. In efforts to help you maintain perspective during this period, we have…
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When someone is looking for a financial advisor, they may hear from friends, talk show hosts, or newspaper columnists recommending a NAPFA advisor. However, most people do not know what NAPFA stands for, let alone why NAPFA advisors are often recommended. As NAPFA advisors, we wanted to take this opportunity to tell you about the…
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How Today’s Women are Taking Charge of their Financial Well-Being The concept of women and money has undergone significant transformations over the years. Many female baby boomers, who often filled traditional roles in child-rearing and household management, found themselves financially dependent on their spouses. Comfortable taking a backseat in managing the family’s financial affairs, many…
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While tax preparation and tax planning are both critical components of managing your financial health, they serve distinctly different purposes. It’s essential to understand the difference between these two processes. Tax preparation focuses on reporting past financial activities. This involves compiling and submitting tax returns to the IRS to report income, deductions, and credits for…
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We are in the midst of graduation season. While I do not have a graduate this year, I have been reading and listening to commencement addresses; renowned speakers offering insight to students as they get ready to embark on the next phase of their journey, be it college, graduate school or entering the workforce. I cannot help…
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For many, social security income, in conjunction with pension income and investment portfolio withdrawals, is relied upon to meet cash needs in retirement. For several years now, there has been concern that the social security system may not provide the benefits that many workers are counting on. First, for some background: Social Security is a pay-as-you-go program. This…
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