Wealth Management

MARCH 26, 2025

Robinhood Strategies portfolios will include a mix of single stocks and ETFs for a 0.25% annual fee, while the private banking service will include estate planning and tax advice exclusively for Gold members.

Banking 232

Banking Estate Planning Taxes Portfolio 232

Nerd's Eye View

APRIL 18, 2025

Also in industry news this week: According to a recent survey, 40% of financial advisory clients would switch to an advisor who offers estate planning services, with help with specific tasks like beneficiary designations or tax strategies as the most sought-after service among respondents RIA M&A activity set a first-quarter record to start the (..)

Financial Planner 169

Financial Planner Risk Tolerance Estate Planning Clients 169

Wealth Management

JUNE 10, 2025

RIA Edge Podcast: Schwab’s Jalina Kerr on How Resilient RIAs Can Turn Market Volatility Into Growth RIA Edge Podcast: Schwab’s Jalina Kerr on How Resilient RIAs Can Turn Market Volatility Into Growth Jalina Kerr of Charles Schwab shares how the most adaptive firms are expanding beyond portfolio management, into areas like estate and tax planning.

Wealth Management 147

Wealth Management Marketing Marketing Tax Planning 147

Dear Mr. Market

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Review Investment Allocations Markets evolve, and so should your portfolio. Optimize Tax Strategies Its not what you makeits what you keep. Meet with your tax advisor to discuss harvesting tax losses, Roth conversions, and charitable contributions that might save you money. Consolidation might be a smart move too.

Budgeting 105

Budgeting Financial Planning Estate Planning Planning 105

Abnormal Returns

MAY 8, 2023

thinkadvisor.com) The latest in advisortech news from April including the SEC's scrutiny of tax-loss harvesting systems. kitces.com) Practice management Why succession planning is important to firm owners whether they plan to sell or not. sciencedaily.com) How tax-adjusting a portfolio works in practice.

Wealth Management 246

Wealth Management Estate Planning Taxes Valuation 246

Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

A common service model for many financial advisory firms is to schedule annual client meetings throughout the year where the advisor meets with each client in the month they started working with the firm, and conducts a comprehensive review of all planning topics for the client.

Financial Planning 244

Financial Planning Planning Estate Planning Clients 244

WiserAdvisor

JUNE 13, 2025

When your portfolio leans too heavily in one direction, even a small downturn can lead to large losses. Investors who concentrated their portfolios in tech saw their savings take a painful hit. Mistake #2: Not having an estate plan in place Estate planning is essential for protecting what you’ve worked hard to build.

Estate Planning 59

Estate Planning Taxes Retirement Healthcare 59

Harness Wealth

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

As the year comes to a close, now is the time to review potential financial moves to help minimize your tax burden heading into 2025. Proactive year-end tax planning can lead to significant savings and set you up for financial success in the new year. Find your next tax advisor at Harness today. Starting at $2,500.

Tax Planning 52

Tax Planning Taxes Planning Estate Planning 52

Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 21, 2024

million in assets to both retire and pass on a legacy interest (though many have yet to establish an estate plan), according to a recent survey. Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" – this week's edition kicks off with the news that affluent Americans believe they need an average of $5.5

Financial Planner 246

Financial Planner Financial Advisor Taxes Math 246

Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 22, 2024

In the early days of wealth management, a financial advisor's value proposition was relatively explicit, typically focusing on a limited range of portfolio management activities (e.g., selling and trading) or on sales-oriented advice that centered on implementing insurance products.

Financial Advisor 246

Financial Advisor Insurance Coverage Charitable Planning Estate Planning 246

Darrow Wealth Management

MARCH 13, 2025

A diversified portfolio is the cornerstone of a risk-adjusted investment strategy. Diversifying Around It: Balancing the portfolio by investing in assets that offset the concentrated position’s risk. Charitable Contributions: Donating appreciated stock to charity while reducing capital gains tax.

Management 83

Management Taxes Estate Planning Asset Allocation 83

Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Welcome to the October 2024 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!

Clients 246

Clients B2B Estate Planning Planning 246

Wealth Management

JUNE 12, 2025

She cites ETFs’ accessibility, transparency, liquidity, tax efficiency and low cost. She’s also a big believer of active in real estate and preferred securities. John Davi, CEO and founder, Astoria Portfolio Advisors, encouraged advisors to use passive strategies in areas that can’t be beat.

Assets 162

Assets Management Wealth Management Risk Management 162

Abnormal Returns

AUGUST 5, 2024

kitces.com) Taxes Following the RMD rules for inherited IRAs may not be optimal. investmentnews.com) On the importance of tax planning in the first few years of retirement. barrons.com) When should you move from a diversified ETF portfolio to direct indexing? papers.ssrn.com) Four steps to create a digital estate plan.

Retirement Planning 167

Retirement Planning Estate Planning Wealth Advisor Tax Planning 167

Nerd's Eye View

JULY 3, 2023

From there, the latest highlights also feature a number of other interesting advisor technology announcements, including: All-in-one software platform Blueleaf has launched a new “aggregation-as-a-service” solution, promising better client data aggregation capabilities than existing solutions by automating the process of weaving multiple (..)

Estate Planning 246

Estate Planning Clients Media Planning 246

Yardley Wealth Management

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Key benefits include: Ensuring essential financial obligations are met first – Taxes, estate planning, and retirement savings take precedence. Strategic long-term planning – Provides a roadmap for surplus wealth allocation. Traditional investment strategies focus on portfolio diversification and market performance.

Wealth Management 52

Wealth Management Management Estate Planning Distribution 52

Darrow Wealth Management

JULY 1, 2024

The 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) brought sweeping changes to the tax code, impacting every taxpayer and business owner. Here’s a summary of the major tax law changes coming in 2026 and some steps individuals and business owners can take to prepare. For some, this may lead to more taxes paid on capital gains.

Taxes 105

Taxes Tax Planning Planning Estate Planning 105

Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 7, 2024

Also in industry news this week: Backers announced the new Texas Stock Exchange, which seeks to provide companies with a lower-cost alternative to the NYSE and Nasdaq, which, if successful, could create a more competitive landscape and potentially better execution and reduced trading costs for financial advisors and their clients The American College (..)

Financial Planner 189

Financial Planner Financial Advisor Certification Estate Planning 189

Carson Wealth

JANUARY 8, 2025

One study found that an advisor-managed portfolio could produce an additional 3% value add annually over a self-managed (DIY) portfolio. Holistic Financial Management Beyond investment advice, financial advisors offer comprehensive services such as tax planning, estate planning, and risk management.

Financial Advice 69

Financial Advice Financial Advisor Risk Tolerance Financial Guidance 69

WiserAdvisor

JUNE 16, 2025

Because what good is a strong portfolio if it cannot stand the test of time and come to your rescue even as the years go by? It is easy to get caught up in growing your wealth, chasing high-net-worth investment opportunities , or expanding your financial portfolio, but wealth preservation deserves just as much of your attention.

Wealth Management 59

Wealth Management Taxes Insurance Assets 59

Abnormal Returns

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

(riabiz.com) Charles Schwab ($SCHW) is mothballing the Institutional Intelligent Portfolios platform. riabiz.com) Taxes How pre-tax retirement contributions provide flexibility down the road. kitces.com) Tax strategies if the TCJA expires in 2026.

Financial Advice 130

Financial Advice Fee Only Estate Planning Taxes 130

Yardley Wealth Management

JANUARY 21, 2025

They help you build and manage diversified portfolios aligned with your risk tolerance and time horizon, potentially preventing costly mistakes that self-directed investors might make. Retirement Planning Retirement planning is one area where talking to a financial planner proves particularly worthwhile.

Financial Planner 52

Financial Planner Financial Planning Planning Retirement Planning 52

Integrity Financial Planning

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

We’re coming up on the end of the year, and while it’s a time to take a break and enjoy the holiday season, it’s also a good time to consider tax strategies that may benefit you. Gift Tax Exemptions Each year, you can give up to $17,000 to any number of people tax-free.

Taxes 96

Taxes Retirement Estate Planning Planning 96

Zoe Financial

JUNE 20, 2025

For high-net-worth individuals, continuously refining your strategy over time is what keeps your plan efficient and aligned with evolving goals. This guide consolidates what we’ve learned to help you refine, update, or pressure-test your current retirement and estate strategy with confidence.

Retirement Planning 40

Retirement Planning Retirement Planning Estate Planning 40

Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Eventually, as client relationships grew to be more ongoing and less transactional, financial planning grew to encompass other areas of clients’ financial lives, such as taxes and estate planning.

Financial Planner 244

Financial Planner Certified Financial Planner Financial Planning CFP 244

Abnormal Returns

MAY 22, 2023

citywire.com) Estate planning Can new estate planning platforms put the adviser at the center of the process? advisorperspectives.com) Direct indexing involves two parts: index construction and portfolio management. riaintel.com) What financial advisers need to know about clean energy home tax credits.

Financial Advising 130

Financial Advising Estate Planning Wealth Management Compliance 130

MainStreet Financial Planning

MARCH 7, 2025

Fee-Only, Flat-Fee Financial Planners: Transparent, Unbiased, and Cost-Effective A fee-only financial planner charges a fixed fee for financial planning services, regardless of the size of your portfolio. Unlike AUM-based advisors, they do not earn commissions or take a percentage of your investments.

Fee Only 52

Fee Only Financial Planner Financial Planning Estate Planning 52

International College of Financial Planning

OCTOBER 26, 2023

The Imperative of Estate Planning: Not Just for the Affluent Often, there’s a prevailing misconception that estate planning is a luxury reserved for the wealthy elite. Real estate planning is a crucial undertaking that every adult and family should prioritize.

Estate Planning 52

Estate Planning CFP Certification Certified Financial Planner 52

WiserAdvisor

AUGUST 31, 2023

They can provide ongoing support so you can continue investing after retirement, monitor market fluctuations, and make necessary adjustments to your retirement portfolio. Your investment risk appetite is lowered, and it is important to readjust your portfolio accordingly.

Financial Advisor 90

Financial Advisor Retirement Risk Tolerance Estate Planning 90

Zoe Financial

MARCH 21, 2025

Published: March 21st, 2025 Reading Time: 6 minutes Written by: The Zoe Team Managing wealth involves more than just investingit requires careful planning, strategic decision-making, and a long-term vision. Tax Considerations : Identifying strategies to optimize your tax situation. Optimizing tax-efficient retirement income.

Financial Advisor 40

Financial Advisor Strategic Planning Estate Planning Retirement 40

WiserAdvisor

JUNE 4, 2025

At any given moment, people are working towards multiple goals like saving for retirement, managing taxes, buying a home, protecting their family through insurance, or planning for healthcare needs. For example, a clients investment choices should align closely with their tax strategy, too.

Financial Planning 59

Financial Planning Planning Financial Advisor Ethics 59

Darrow Wealth Management

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

A deep discussion of these strategies is outside the scope of this overview, and because every situation is so different, be sure to discuss your situation with your tax and financial advisor. Taxes should always be a component of any investment decision — but not the main driver.

Management 111

Management Taxes Portfolio Estate Planning 111

Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)

JULY 21, 2022

Help her focus on immediate needs, pay bills, monitor cash flow and review her investment portfolio. This is the time to do comprehensive financial planning: retirement planning, investment planning, tax planning and estate planning.

Charitable Planning 98

Charitable Planning Estate Planning Retirement Planning Tax Planning 98

Darrow Wealth Management

OCTOBER 28, 2024

A strategy for managing your investments is also key: understanding your risk capacity vs appetite, balancing a need for a current income stream and future growth, and ways to be more tax efficient in taxable accounts. Put the plan into action. The tax consequences from the sale can be highly complex.

Sales 105

Sales Taxes Estate Planning Retirement 105

AdvicePay

JUNE 13, 2024

With the fee-for-service model, you can customize service offerings for clients seeking advice who don’t (yet) have traditional portfolio assets to transfer to your firm’s custodian for full-time management. This approach allows you to engage these clients by charging a fee that’s covered through their monthly cash flow.

Insurance Coverage 87

Insurance Coverage Financial Planning Estate Planning Tax Planning 87

Harness Wealth

APRIL 16, 2025

Roth IRA conversions present a significant challenge for retirement planners: pay taxes now or later? Moving funds from traditional IRAs to Roth accounts triggers immediate taxation but promises tax-free withdrawals in retirement. One of the Roth IRA’s most compelling features?

Taxes 52

Taxes Retirement Retirement Planning Distribution 52

Yardley Wealth Management

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

The post Part 2: Tax-Wise Investment Techniques appeared first on Yardley Wealth Management, LLC. Part 2: Tax-Wise Investment Techniques In our last piece, we introduced some of the tools of the tax-planning trade. In other words, your tax-planning techniques matter at least as much as the tools.

Taxes 52

Taxes Investments Investing Tax Planning 52