In a 2023 survey, nearly nine out of 10 workers said it was extremely or very important to have a job that offers paid time off (PTO) for vacations, doctor...
It’s estimated that more than one in 10 Americans leases a storage unit. In June 2023, the nationwide prices charged by self-storage facilities averaged $165 per month, after rising 20%...
An analysis of data from the Federal Reserve Survey of Consumer Finances found that 47% of U.S. households were at risk of not having adequate retirement income, but only 19% were aware...
Is your asset active or inactive? An active asset generates revenue, such as my client’s Airbnb property. Conversely, an inactive asset does not generate income and may even incur expenses,...
Couples who have opposite philosophies regarding saving and spending often have trouble finding common ground, and money arguments frequently erupt. But you can learn to work with — and even...
March is Women’s History Month. What better time to reflect on the contribution women have made to the field of finance? What follows are the stories of just five of...
If you’re not into the Valentine’s hoopla, you can still use the day to love-on something you care about. Your dog, garden, family. And… what about your money!? Some tips...
Maximum tax on long-term capital gains and qualified dividends Unearned income Medicare contribution tax (“net investment income tax”) This information was developed by Broadridge, an independent third party. It is...
2024 and 2023 contribution rates for employer and individual retirement accounts, including income phase-outs for IRA deductions and ROTH IRA contributions. Employee/individual contribution limits 1 Must aggregate employee contributions to all...
Single Taxpayers Married filing jointly and surviving spouses Married individuals filing separately Heads of Household Trusts and estates This information was developed by Broadridge, an independent third party. It is...
2024 and 2023 numbers for small business tax credit for providing health-care coverage, updated mileage rate, earnings subject to FICA taxes and more… Adoption Assistance Programs Earnings subject to FICA...
2024 and 2023 numbers for LTC premium deduction limits, per diem limits, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts and archer medical accounts. Eligible long-term care premium deduction limits: Per diem...
In 2003, the U.S. was emerging from the dot-com recession, unemployment rates were peaking during a jobless recovery, and online shopping was becoming more popular. Twenty years have passed,...
Many IRA and retirement plan limits are indexed for inflation each year. Several of these key numbers have increased once again for 2024. How much can you save in an...
Despite high interest rates and unsettling geopolitical conflict, the U.S. economy outperformed the expectations of most economists in 2023.1 Inflation-adjusted gross domestic product (Real GDP) accelerated to an annualized rate...
The unexpected is why we have an Emergency Fund or Contingency Fund if the idea of an emergency stresses you out. I also like to add buckets for other big...
In a 2022 survey, consumers were first asked to quickly estimate how much they spend on subscription services each month, then a while later, they were directed to break down...
What doors are you opening to your money this month? What steps can you take towards your financial goals? A few ideas… Add to or start your savings plan The...
When U.S. adults were asked about the expanding presence of artificial intelligence (AI) technology in daily life, 38% said they were more concerned than excited, while just 15% were...
And that there may be some detours along the way… Last week, I was on an advisor call, and our guest speaker was author Brad Stulberg, who talked about his...
Roth 401(k) plans can offer an ideal opportunity to build a source of tax-free retirement income. There are no income restrictions to participate, they have much higher contribution limits than...
To say the economy has been uneven over the past few years is an understatement. Amid these bumpy economic times, why buy life insurance? Here are a few reasons. Protection...
A growing number of Americans are going “cashless” for everyday purchases like groceries, gas, services, and meals compared to previous years. A cashless payment might be made using a...
Why Did Retirement Confidence Falter in 2023? In its annual Retirement Confidence Survey of current workers and retirees, the Employee Benefit Research Institute found that workers’ confidence in their ability...
A couple of federal personal tax credits are available for the installation of certain energy efficient or clean energy property in your home. The energy efficient home improvement credit...
In December 2022, Congress passed the SECURE 2.0 Act. It introduced two new rules relating to 529 plans and student debt that will take effect in 2024. The first...
If 2023 has been financially challenging, why not take a moment to reflect on the progress you’ve made and the setbacks you’ve faced? Getting into the habit of reviewing your...
The passage of the SECURE Act in 2019 effectively eliminated the stretch IRA, an estate planning strategy that allowed an inherited IRA to continue growing tax deferred, potentially for decades....
A donor-advised fund (DAF) is a charitable account offered by sponsors such as financial institutions, community foundations, universities, and fraternal or religious organizations. Donors who itemize deductions on their federal...
Retirees face several unique challenges when managing their income, particularly when it comes to taxes. From understanding how taxes relate to Social Security and Medicare to determining when to tap...