Aligning Your Values With Charitable Giving Many people see charitable giving as an essential part of their financial plan — not just for the tax benefits, but because it allows them to make a real difference in the world. It’s giving with a purpose, and it starts with aligning [...]

Tax Planning for 2025: Key Strategies to Reduce Your Tax Liability The new year is just around the corner, and with it comes a fresh opportunity to take control of your taxes. Whether you’re aiming for significant tax savings or simply want to optimize your financial strategy, now is [...]

Why a Roth Conversion Might Be Your Smartest Money Move Yet Financial considerations and lifestyle adjustments are obviously important as you plan for your future. But have you considered how taxes might impact your retirement income? A Roth conversion could be the key to securing a more comfortable and [...]

A Simple Guide to Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) ABC, 123, RMD? Not so easy! Unlike The Jackson 5’s classic, navigating Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) can feel more like a complex math equation than a catchy tune. But don’t worry, we’re here to help you decode the rules and avoid [...]

Plant Your Retirement Seeds in a Roth IRA: Why Now Is the Time for a Conversion Do you want to keep more of your hard-earned money in retirement? Of course you do — and one smart strategy to consider is a Roth IRA conversion.  Think of it like planting [...]

Solo 401(k): The Ultimate Retirement Plan for Self-Employed Individuals As a self-employed individual, you’re the CEO of your own retirement — which means you want to maximize every opportunity to secure your financial future. While traditional retirement plans may not offer the flexibility and contribution limits you need to [...]

Women and Finance: Building Confidence, Clarity, and Security Historically, women have traditionally been less likely to invest than men – a trend that has had serious financial repercussions over time. According to a 2021 Vanguard study, the median retirement account balance was $31,291 for women, compared to $45,106 for [...]

Building a Financial Safety Net for Your Family Life is unpredictable, and as much as we wish we could plan for every eventuality, the truth is that unexpected events do happen. For families, these unfortunate and unforeseen events—whether they come in the form of illness, job loss, or even [...]

The Smart Way to Plan for Retirement: Start Early and Stay on Track Depending on the stage of life you’re currently in, retirement might seem a long way off. However, the sooner you start retirement planning, the more financially secure your future will be. Whether you're in the early [...]

From Separation to Stability: Managing Your Finances During Divorce Divorce is a significant event in anyone’s life, bringing with it both emotional upheavals and financial stress. Everyone involved in the divorce will have difficult decisions to make, and the whirlwind of emotions and life changes that are a natural [...]