Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Also in industry news this week: A recent study suggests that while a majority of financial advisory clients surveyed have only had 1 advisor, deteriorating client service is a key risk factor that could sway certain clients to leave for a different advisor RIA M&A activity in 2024 is poised to surpass the total number of deals seen in 2023, according (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

MAY 1, 2023

Welcome to the May 2023 issue of the Latest News in Financial #AdvisorTech – where we look at the big news, announcements, and underlying trends and developments that are emerging in the world of technology solutions for financial advisors!

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Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 5, 2023

Welcome to the June 2023 issue of the Latest News in Financial #AdvisorTech – where we look at the big news, announcements, and underlying trends and developments that are emerging in the world of technology solutions for financial advisors!

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Nerd's Eye View

APRIL 28, 2023

House of Representatives committee this week approved legislation that would expand the pool of individuals who would qualify as accredited investors able to access certain private offerings Proposed bipartisan legislation would allow individuals to use funds in 529 plans for expenses associated with acquiring or maintaining postsecondary credentials, (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Each week in Weekend Reading For Financial Planners, we seek to bring you synopses and commentaries on 12 articles covering news for financial advisors including topics covering technical planning, practice management, advisor marketing, career development, and more.

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Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that Congress appears poised to pass a series of changes affecting retirement planning, dubbed “SECURE ACT 2.0”, Social Security COLA for 2023. ”, by the end of the year.

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Abnormal Returns

MARCH 15, 2023

(morningstar.com) Banking Eight questions about the banking panic of 2023 including 'Is my money safe?' wsj.com) Retirement Retirement planning is a moving target. humbledollar.com) Retirement is, in part, about declaring career victory. thisisthetop.substack.com) Consumers are piling into CDs.

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Abnormal Returns

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

(citywire.com) Creative Planning is expanding its reach in the retirement plan space. papers.ssrn.com) Taxes A 2023 year-end tax planning guide. citywire.com) Choreo is buying the wealth management business of BDO USA. investmentnews.com) M&A The RIA model continues to take share.

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Integrity Financial Planning

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

There are many important birthdays when it comes to retirement planning. So, as you approach your retirement, it’s crucial to have a few of these in mind as key milestones. 1] But you can begin to claim at 62 if that fits into your financial plan. 1] IRA holders can contribute $7,500 a year to their accounts. [1]

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Darrow Wealth Management

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Unlike most types of retirement plans, the SEP IRA is funded by the employer. A SEP IRA (Simplified Employee Pension Individual Retirement Account) is a type of retirement plan specifically designed for self-employed individuals and small business owners. What is a SEP IRA?

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Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 13, 2023

FINRA has released its enforcement priorities for 2023, including a continued focus on compliance with Regulation Best Interest as well as several new priority topics, such as manipulative trading, fixed-income pricing, and trading in fractional shares.

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Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

From there, we have several articles on investment planning: While I Bonds have received significant attention during the past year, TIPS could be an attractive alternative for many client situations. A survey showing how millionaires allocate their assets and the importance they place on the recommendations of their financial advisors.

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Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 19, 2024

in 2023, the RIA space showed significantly more strength, with 10.4% Nevertheless, there is potential for many individual RIAs to expand their staffing further, with the addition of specialized planning and operations roles being seen as a potential avenue to boost firm growth.

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Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Among others, one notable item that could be reviewed is the current certification requirement that a candidate must have attained at least a bachelor’s degree, which some observers have suggested limits the pool of potential CFP professionals at a time of high demand for advisor talent.

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Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 23, 2022

”, a series of measures that will have significant impacts on the world of retirement planning. While RIA M&A activity has been red hot during the past couple of years, a survey suggests that advisors are expecting lower valuations in 2023.

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Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 30, 2022

” has brought a wide range of changes to the world of retirement planning. How to set better health goals for 2023 and actually follow through on them. Why the ability to achieve big goals starts with seemingly small habits. Enjoy the ‘light’ reading! Read More.

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Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 1, 2022

We also have a number of articles on retirement planning: Medicare Part B premiums are set to decline in 2023, providing seniors with a bit of relief in the current inflationary environment. What advisory firms can do to make the most out of client testimonials and avoid negative reviews on third-party websites.

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Wealth Management

DECEMBER 15, 2022

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Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 16, 2022

We also have a number of articles on retirement planning: While weak stock and bond market performance has challenged advisors and their clients this year, these trends have likely increased the ‘safe’ withdrawal rate for new retirees.

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Nerd's Eye View

JULY 26, 2024

The study also identified attributes of "top performing" firms across a range of metrics, finding that they are more likely than other firms to have a clear ideal client persona, client value proposition, and marketing plan.

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The Big Picture

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

When you get it wrong, it crushes your retirement plans. My own track record at making big calls is pretty damned good, but none of our clients wants me slinging around their retirement monies based on my gut instinct. The less it matters, the easier it is to be bold and outside of the mainstream.4

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Wealth Management

JANUARY 20, 2023

Tuesday, January 24, 2023 | 2:00 PM ET

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 2, 2023

For instance, the Federal Adoption Credit provides a nonrefundable credit of up to $15,950 per child for adoptions in 2023 (claimed on 2024 tax returns), with no limit on the number of adopted children to whom this credit can apply.

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Darrow Wealth Management

OCTOBER 21, 2022

The IRS has released the 2023 contribution limits for retirement plans and other cost-of-living adjustments. Contribution Limits for 401(k)s, IRAs and More in 2023. Income Tax Rates in 2023. The post 2023 IRS Contribution Limits and Tax Rates appeared first on Darrow Wealth Management.

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Nerd's Eye View

MAY 17, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that a recent study indicates that while overall social media engagement for financial services companies was down in 2023 compared to the previous year, firms boosted their engagement through posts that were entirely original content (..)

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The Big Picture

MARCH 6, 2023

Lawmakers are trying to restrict these investment choices in workplace retirement plans, but big fund managers are trying to give shareholders a voice. ( Private Equity Outlook in 2023: Anatomy of a Slowdown Source: Bain Sign up for our reads-only mailing list here. A Wealth of Common Sense ) • On Wall St., Capital Advisors.

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Carson Wealth

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Petersen, CPA, CFP ® , CP, Affluent Wealth Planning The holidays are upon us! That must mean it’s time to roll up my sleeves and get to work on year-end financial planning – with an emphasis on 2023 income tax. Lastly, I allocate the retirement plan contributions between Roth and Traditional 401(k) accounts.

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Good Financial Cents

JANUARY 17, 2023

And how does it compare to the 401k and other retirement plans that exist? Being a self-employed retirement plan , the SIMPLE IRA gives you the discretion of what exactly you want your money invested into. . You are allowed to contribute up to $15,500 in 2023 , up from $14,000 in 2022, per year in a SIMPLE IRA.

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WiserAdvisor

MAY 22, 2025

In 2023, healthcare spending in the U.S. With medical inflation outpacing general inflation, ignoring healthcare in your retirement plan is a risk no one can afford. Factoring in retirement healthcare costs is a smart move. Factoring in retirement healthcare costs is a smart move.

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Nationwide Financial

JANUARY 26, 2023

Key Takeaways: 2023 could be a really good year to fund a Roth account because of low tax rates and changes to how the standard deduction, tax brackets, and retirement account contribution limits are adjusted for inflation. 2023 could be a really good year to fund a Roth account. Is there a better way? The answer may be yes.

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Talon Wealth

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Here’s how it breaks down for 2023-2024: If a couple’s total retirement income is between $32,000 and $44,000, up to 50% of Social Security benefits could be taxable. This is why having a smart, well-rounded retirement plan that includes income planning and tax planning is so important!

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A Wealth of Common Sense

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Today’s Animal Spirits is brought to you by YCharts and The College for Financial Planning: See here for YChart’s Top 23 Charts of 2023 See here to learn more about The College for Financial Plannings Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist designation On today’s show, we discuss: You’re better off going all in on stocks than (..)

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Darrow Wealth Management

DECEMBER 23, 2022

In the new bill, the age when retirees must begin drawing from non-Roth tax-deferred retirement accounts would increase to 73 in 2023 and 75 in 2033. would permit employers to make matching contributions to an employee’s 401(k) and 403(b) retirement plan, even if the worker isn’t saving themselves. The Secure Act 2.0

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Good Financial Cents

JANUARY 24, 2023

While they do share some similarities, there are enough distinct differences between the two where they can just as easily qualify as completely separate and distinct retirement plans. Either plan is an excellent choice, particularly if you’re not covered by an employer-sponsored retirement plan. Not exactly.

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Nationwide Financial

JANUARY 25, 2023

Last year’s considerable losses and market fluctuations underscore the need for clients to assess their retirement plans to ensure it aligns with their objectives, financial situations, timelines, and attitudes toward market volatility. You can help them start the year right by conducting a retirement checkup.

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Indigo Marketing Agency

DECEMBER 19, 2022

That’s why we’ve identified the top 41 financial influencers we believe will greatly impact the industry in 2023. Christine Benz is the Director of Personal Financial and Retirement Planning at Morningstar and she also co-hosts The Long View podcast with Jeff Ptak. Check out the list below. Bill Cates. Christine Benz.

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Nationwide Financial

APRIL 19, 2023

As multiple recessionary signs flash red including bank failures, persistent inflation, and ongoing volatility, investors of all ages are increasingly nervous about the state of the markets and economy and what it means for their retirement plans and their ability to save for retirement.

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