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Cerulli: Gen X Presents the Next Great Opportunity for Financial Advisors

Wealth Management

As a result, financial advisors should start honing the services Gen X members will likely benefit from the most, including retirement planning, estate and tax planning and mortgage refinancing. Between 2007 and 2010, they lost 38% of their median net worth, or $24,000, more than any other age cohort. trillion annually.

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Understanding the Tax Implications of Acquisitions

Harness Wealth

Tax planning serves as the cornerstone of the entire acquisition deal, extending far beyond a simple checkbox. Every element, from structure to price negotiations, hinges on understanding tax implications for all parties involved. To qualify for tax-free treatment under IRC Section 368 , attention to detail is essential.

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Effective Implementation Of A Backdoor Roth Strategy: Detailed Nuances, IRS Form 8606 (And When It’s Even Worth Doing)

Nerd's Eye View

There are many tax planning strategies that allow financial advisors to demonstrate the ongoing value they provide to clients in exchange for the fees they charge. Part of this value is understanding the detailed nuances that make a strategy effective and implementing it correctly, avoiding issues with the IRS down the line.

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Tax Planning for When Your Startup is Going Through an Acquisition

Harness Wealth

Traditional IPO: Valuation, Lockup Period, and Employee Equity Founders have more options for reducing the tax consequences of an acquisition Founders are generally in the best position to engage in tax planning and limit the taxable consequences associated with an acquisition.

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Tax Season Is Over… For Last Year

Walkner Condon Financial Advisors

A little bit of effort and forward thinking during our summer and fall months will lead to a much more palatable and, potentially, financially advantageous tax season the following year. The reason for this is quite simple – tax planning requires actual planning.

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Talent Acquisition in the Tax Industry: Addressing the Ongoing Shortage

Harness Wealth

Since 2010, there has been a 20% decrease in accounting graduates. Delivering accurate and timely compliance requires enough personnel with the necessary expertise, and the shortage is compromising this fundamental aspect of tax practice. How does the accountant shortage impact firms during tax season?

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How Working with a Financial Advisor Helps You Retire with More Wealth

WiserAdvisor

They help you optimize tax planning Tax planning is an important aspect of financial planning that can significantly impact your long-term wealth accumulation. It helps you strategically minimize the amount you pay in taxes and maximize your investment returns to preserve more of your hard-earned money.