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Estate Planning Strategy: Leveraging CFP® Certification Expertise

International College of Financial Planning

When the client engages with the estate planning attorney, the financial planner already collates and structures pivotal financial documents, encompassing existing estate documents, tax returns, and financial account summaries. Updated with Regulations: Estate laws and tax implications can be complex and ever-changing.

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ABLE Accounts in Wisconsin: Key Things to Know for WI Residents

Walkner Condon Financial Advisors

There are many types of accounts for individuals to employ as part of their saving and investment plan – IRAs, HSAs, FSAs, 529 plans, and more. However, there is one account that we haven’t covered before and doesn’t get a lot of attention when considering the alphabet soup of account types – an ABLE account.

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Average Fees for Tax Advisors in 2024

Harness Wealth

Tax advisors, and other tax professionals , offer services from preparing and filing annual tax returns to comprehensive tax strategies that help minimize taxes and preserve wealth over time. In this guide, we’ll explore the average fees of tax advisors in the US for 2024.

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Provide Clients with Financial Peace of Mind: Pursue a Certified Financial Planner® Certification

International College of Financial Planning

Their wisdom extends to suggesting tax-efficient avenues for pivotal life moments, be it education or the golden years of retirement. They’re well-versed in recommending vital products like life insurance and are wizards at tax planning. Typical areas of study include finance, economics, business, and accounting.

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The 8 Best Guaranteed Interest Investment Accounts for Your Money

Good Financial Cents

Investing in a guaranteed interest account is a great way to secure your money, as there is very little risk. Guaranteed interest accounts provide reliable, consistent returns and can be used for short-term savings or to supplement other investments in your portfolio. How Does A Guaranteed Interest Account Work?

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Accountant vs. Financial Advisor: What Are Your Goals & Who Will Help You Get There?

Zoe Financial

Depending on your situation, you may need the help of a financial advisor or an accountant. Dear Zoe Experts, I’ve been looking for tax planning guidance and am deciding whether to hire a financial advisor or an accountant. Depending on your situation, you may need the help of a financial advisor or an accountant.

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How Long to Keep Important Financial Records

MazumaBusinessAccounting

Remember, the IRS recommends keeping tax-related documents for at least six years. At Mazuma, our accounting experts help our clients save and organize important financial information in a secure online portal so the information never gets lost and is easily accessible. This will be helpful if you claim a loss or a bad debt deduction.