Financial Planning Insights

A trust is a legal contract that plans for the distribution of an individual's assets upon their death. The document states that a trustee will hold all property until a given point in time. Unlike a will, a trust won't be subject to probate. This ensures that the estate's closing is quicker, there are no court fees, and results in reduced estate..

There is a lot of value and benefit to investing in a 401(k) retirement plan. It is a common and powerful vehicle to help you fuel your nest egg when you get to retirement age. You may be fortunate enough to work for a company offering a 401(k) or something similar, and as such, you should know the ins and outs for your own benefit.  

The Internal Revenue Services gives you, the taxpayer, some options when it comes to filing your tax return. You can file your tax return on what the United States knows as “Tax Day” which is April 15th, or you can elect to do an extension by this day. The extension will give you the opportunity to have more time to file your taxes.  

Most businesses have some type of informal or written business plan outlining operations, budget, and goals. But a surprising number do not have a written plan for the inevitability of business succession by death, retirement, or disability. It's difficult enough these days to run a business. The last problems any business entity needs are..

Tax deductions and tax credits are two items that can lower your taxes in a big way. They sound similar, and to the uninformed may be confused as synonyms. They are not.

We all know goals are vital in both business and personal life. Most of us make financial plans with certain goals in mind. We usually use the annual period as a guide to how we're doing. But a mid-year financial checkup is a great tool to catch problems early. Also, it is a great time to make any spending or budget changes that could benefit you.

What are required minimum distributions, and why do you need to make them? Required minimum distributions (RMD) are funds that must be removed each year from pre tax-funded retirement plans after you reach the required age, which is now 72. Without RMDs, the possibility exists for an inheritance scenario whereby these funds might never be taxed...

Business tax planning is something you need to constantly address. Whether you are a new business or one that’s been around for decades, tax planning needs to be a priority. The tax code continues to change from one presidency to the next, and other factors, such as COVID-19, lead to significant overhauls and provisions you need to consider. Tax..

It is critical to have an accurate calculation of your taxable income when it comes time to file your taxes with the Internal Revenue Service. Whether you are a business or an individual, you will have taxable income show up on your return. Understanding what taxable income is, what makes up the number, is important.