Dear Mr. Market

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Has it been nearly a decade (or more) since you and your spouse updated your estate plan? If so, there’s a good chance your plan includes the classic “AB Trust” structure, which—prior to 2011—was the primary way for married couples to double the value of their federal estate tax exemptions.

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Darrow Wealth Management

JULY 1, 2024

Although a number of these provisions will negatively impact taxpayers starting in 2026, there a few changes that will be positive. Here’s a summary of the major tax law changes coming in 2026 and some steps individuals and business owners can take to prepare. In 2026, this is all expected to change (again).

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Taxes Tax Planning Planning Estate Planning 105

Carson Wealth

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Attorneys are telling us that 2024 is the time to review and change your estate plan as the lines may be out the door in 2025 for taxpayers wanting to make last minute changes to take advantage of the higher exemption amount. Lastly, I allocate the retirement plan contributions between Roth and Traditional 401(k) accounts.

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Darrow Wealth Management

JULY 1, 2024

Although a number of these provisions will negatively impact taxpayers starting in 2026, there a few changes that will be positive. Here’s a summary of the major tax law changes coming in 2026 and some steps individuals and business owners can take to prepare. In 2026, this is all expected to change (again).

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Taxes Tax Planning Planning Estate Planning 52

Nationwide Financial

MARCH 6, 2023

Even if a client believes they would not be subject to estate or gift tax under current law, you may want to re-examine the value of their assets to determine whether they exceed a lower exemption amount. Tax season has begun, and it’s not too early to think about planning for the 2023 tax year.

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