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Build (Customized) Flexible Estate Planning Strategies In A Constantly Changing Political Landscape

Nerd's Eye View

In recent years, the Internal Revenue Code (IRC) has endured some drastic changes resulting from legislative action that have altered the strategies estate planning professionals have recommended to clients. For instance, prior to the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), "A/B trusts" had become ubiquitous for spousal estate tax planning.

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Using A Testamentary Charitable Remainder Unitrust (T-CRUT) To Give Twice To Both Loved Ones And Charitable Organizations

Nerd's Eye View

Under the new law, non-spouse beneficiaries (with few exceptions) must now withdraw the entirety of an inherited IRA within 10 years of the account owner's passing rather than over their own lifetimes. This shift has led financial advisors to explore new strategies for mitigating the resulting tax-planning challenges.

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7 Financial and Tax Planning Optimizations to Complete Before 2023

Harness Wealth

Not only was the stock market fairly volatile, but there were also atypical tax regulation changes. The combination of those means that there is going to be a lot of complexity to account for as you look back on the year. Tax-loss harvesting. The current lifetime gift tax exclusion is $12.06M (or $24.12 Estate planning.

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Why Do I Need an Estate Planning Attorney?

Carson Wealth

While there are certainly ways to do estate planning without a lawyer, for most people hiring an estate planning attorney makes the most sense. Estate plans can get complex fast, and even fairly straightforward estates can feel overwhelming if you’re not trained in the area. Do your research.

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How Advisors Can Help (Not-So HNW) Clients Maximize Asset Protection By Assessing Strategies, Tools, And Education

Nerd's Eye View

Which means that by taking into account a client's net worth, realistic liability risks, and level of sophistication, advisors can help assess what types of strategies may be appropriate for the client to explore. For instance, qualified plan assets (e.g., tenancy by the entireties and community property).

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Accounting Advisory Services: A Comprehensive Guide for CPAs

Harness Wealth

Key Takeaways: Accounting advisory services extend beyond traditional tax preparation to offer strategic financial guidance. Specialized areas can include estate planning and tax-efficient investment strategies. Table of Contents What Are Accounting Advisory Services?

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The 5 Pillars of Retirement Planning You Should Be Aware of

WiserAdvisor

Investment planning also plays a crucial role in tax optimization, enabling you to minimize tax liabilities and maximize after-tax returns. In addition to traditional health insurance, you can also explore the Health Savings Account (HSA). Asset diversification is an essential component of effective tax planning.