Your Richest Life

JANUARY 9, 2025

Tax cuts, tariffs and immigration policies could shake up the U.S. About Your Richest Life At Your Richest Life, Katie Brewer, CFP, believes you too should have access to financial resources and fee-only financial planning. economy, but its difficult to determine what the effects will be.

Economy

Your Richest Life

APRIL 11, 2025

Sell overweight investments, take some strategic losses, and consider tax loss harvesting in taxable brokerage accounts to offset your losses and gains. About Your Richest Life At Your Richest Life, Katie Brewer, CFP, believes you too should have access to financial resources and fee-only financial planning.

Marketing

Indigo Marketing Agency

JULY 28, 2025

The Problem With Most Website Design for Financial Advisors What do I see when I look at most financial advisor website homepage designs ? The next thing we updated was his hero section copy, specifically his H1: “Retirement planning focused on reducing your lifetime tax bill.” How are you really helping me?

Financial Advisor

Your Richest Life

AUGUST 10, 2025

You can also start to make a list of any big-ticket gifts or items you plan to buy this year, so you can keep an eye out for deals. Get Organized for End-of-Year Tasks Open enrollment, tax prep and end-of-the-year deadlines are right around the corner; get organized now to save yourself time (and headaches) later.

Budgeting

Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 20, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” – this week’s edition kicks off with the news that several states are considering a series of tax hikes targeting higher-income and ultra-high-net-worth residents after similar proposals failed to pass at the Federal level. Read More.

Financial Planner

The Chicago Financial Planner

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

A part of this process might include hiring a financial advisor or hiring a new financial advisor if you have decided to move on from your current advisor. Here are six questions to ask when choosing a financial advisor: How do you get paid? Photo credit: Flickr Related Posts: Will my Social Security be Taxed?

Financial Advisor

Yardley Wealth Management

MAY 30, 2023

The post What’s a Fiduciary & Fee-Only Advisor? What’s a Fiduciary & Fee-Only Advisor? A Guide for Financial Planning When it comes to managing your finances, it’s crucial to work with a professional who puts your interests first. What is a Fee-Only Advisor?

Fee Only

Your Richest Life

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Whether you’re preparing to file , waiting on a refund , or have already paid your tax bill, you might notice some differences this year. First of all, many taxpayers are noticing smaller refunds or higher tax bills this year than in the previous two years. This credit is up to $7,500, and is set to expire in 2032 unless renewed.

Taxes

Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 12, 2023

As comprehensive financial planning has become more widely adopted, many financial advisors have felt pressure to find new ways to differentiate themselves by demonstrating their unique value to clients. Others use frequent emails to stay in regular contact, sending reminders or helpful information relevant to their clients.

Clients

eMoney Advisor

MAY 1, 2023

.” Only 4 percent of Certified Financial Planner™ professionals identify as Asian American or Pacific Islander (AAPI), though they make up 6.2 1,2 Despite the small numbers, AAPI professionals remain the largest ethnic minority within the financial planning profession. percent of the American population.

Financial Planning

Darrow Wealth Management

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

In November 2022, proponents of the Massachusetts ‘millionaires’ tax (question 1) won their bid to nearly double the income tax rate on individuals with taxable income over $1M a year. As proposed, the new legislation would increase these tax rates to 9% and perhaps even 16% , respectively, starting in 2023.

Taxes

eMoney Advisor

MARCH 16, 2023

When I started Vincere Wealth as a fee-only practice, the vision was to become the go-to place for Millennials who need help with their money. Tax and insurance advice was also somewhat constrained. Along the way, I’ve gathered six key insights about financial planning for Millennials.

Financial Planning

XY Planning Network

JULY 7, 2023

Get a sneak peek at content reserved for XYPN members with XY Tax Solutions Office Hours program! Available exclusively to XYPN members, each month one of XYTS's tax experts hosts an office hours session where tax-specific topics are discussed and attendees can ask any top-of-mind questions. Enjoy the recording!

Tax Planning

Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 4, 2024

Welcome to the 388th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Freeman is the Co-Founder of La Crosse Financial Planning, an RIA based in La Crosse, Wisconsin, that oversees nearly $50 million in assets under management (AUM) for 73 client households. Welcome everyone! My guest on today's podcast is Freeman Linde.

Fee Only

Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 4, 2024

Welcome to the 388th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Freeman is the Co-Founder of La Crosse Financial Planning, an RIA based in La Crosse, Wisconsin, that oversees nearly $50 million in assets under management (AUM) for 73 client households. Welcome everyone! My guest on today's podcast is Freeman Linde.

Fee Only

XY Planning Network

JANUARY 6, 2023

While we can wish for a magic eight-ball that gives us all the answers to the burning questions we have about the future, at the very least, we on the tax team can support you by shedding light on some of the tax-related issues to look out for as we head into the new year.

Taxes

XY Planning Network

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

MIN READ Admit it: Do you have a shoebox full of “important” papers that you *think* might be needed for your taxes? Preparing” for tax preparation can be daunting. This helps your tax professional get your taxes filed correctly, prepares you in the event there are any questions on your return, and allows for efficient tax planning.

Taxes

Sara Grillo

OCTOBER 21, 2022

An RIA firm’s financial advisors must follow the fiduciary standard which is believed to be the highest standard of care in the industry. Fee-only advisor – This is an advisor that does not charge commissions and hence is believed to be more aligned with the client’s best interests.

Insurance

XY Planning Network

JANUARY 23, 2023

3 MIN READ Are taxes too taxing? No one likes taxes. Even though I do taxes for a living, I’ll be the first to admit it’s not always easy or simple. Taxes are a hassle at least and a complete nightmare at worst. While not everyone avoids taxes, there are a significant number of people who do.

Taxes

XY Planning Network

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Surprisingly (ahem), tax filings tend … not to be top of mind for most business owners. This is your friendly reminder that tax filings are probably buried somewhere toward the bottom of your to-do list, and now is the time to kick things into gear if you’ve been putting it off. the tax code can be absolute - except when it’s not.

Taxes

Your Richest Life

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Your 401(k) is a valuable part of your retirement plan, but it’s only one piece of the puzzle. . There are many benefits that come along with a 401(k,) including pretax or Roth 401(k) salary contributions (or both,) company matching, and tax-deferred accruals. The limit for 2023 is $6,500. About Your Richest Life.

Retirement

Yardley Wealth Management

JULY 10, 2020

The post Is Financial Planning a Pandemic Necessity? Is Financial Planning a Pandemic Necessity? Financial Planning magazine just released their annual tech survey and a corresponding article: Tech Survey 2020: Advisors losing faith in planning software. By Michael Garry Yardley Wealth Management .

Financial Planning

Darrow Wealth Management

JUNE 14, 2023

Depending on the nature of the windfall, planning opportunities and considerations will vary. For example, the tax laws and distribution terms for an inheritance is quite different to the tax and liquidity considerations during an IPO. In their situation, it meant they could sell all their shares tax free.

Management

Your Richest Life

APRIL 5, 2022

If you’ve already filed your taxes and received your refund, you might already be thinking of ways to use that refund. Here are some tips for putting that money to the best possible use in 2022: Avoid impulse tax refund spending. If you received a tax refund, then you might already be imagining different ways to spend it.

Taxes

Your Richest Life

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Tax time is here again, and if you’re not one of the 25 million Americans who have already filed , then you’re probably going through the process of gathering what you need and preparing to file. The Child Tax Credit and Potential Changes The 2023 child tax credit is capped at a refundable amount of $1,600 – for now.

Taxes

Your Richest Life

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

This Biden Administration’s Student Loan Debt Relief Plan also applies to parent loans and graduate school loans. Do I have to pay taxes on the canceled debt? You do not have to pay federal taxes on the canceled debt. Check your state’s laws so you’re not surprised at tax time.

Planning

XY Planning Network

JULY 7, 2023

Get a sneak peek at content reserved for XYPN members with XY Tax Solutions Office Hours program! Available exclusively to XYPN members, each month one of XYTS's tax experts hosts an office hours session where tax-specific topics are discussed and attendees can ask any top-of-mind questions. Enjoy the recording!

Tax Planning

Your Richest Life

JUNE 3, 2024

Find some tax savings While your taxes are fresh on your mind, you can use this time to organize your paperwork, checking your withholdings and evaluating your tax-savings strategies. One of the simplest ways to cut down on your tax liability is to save for retirement.

Budgeting

Walkner Condon Financial Advisors

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

Bear in mind that IRA accounts do have income restrictions so it is important to work with your financial advisor or tax preparer to determine if you are eligible to contribute in 2022. Assuming you are eligible, these accounts can be quite tax advantageous for your overall financial situation. 529 College Savings Plans.

Insurance Coverage

Yardley Wealth Management

OCTOBER 22, 2024

How Conflicts of Interest Shape Financial Advice: A Conversation with Mike Garry and Amy Patterson Conflicts of interest in financial advice can greatly impact the recommendations that clients receive, especially from fee-only advisors. Today, many advisors have moved to a fee-only model.

Financial Advice

Sara Grillo

MARCH 22, 2024

Alabama Chad Holmes [link] Flat-fee comprehensive financial planner helping baby boomers and their parents proactively minimize taxes between the two generations. Arkansas Jacob George [link] Flat-fee financial planning for Christian families wanting to make an eternal impact!

Financial Planning

Indigo Marketing Agency

JANUARY 4, 2022

Fee-Only Web Page Financial advisors know a lot of jargon. Even simple terms like “fee-only” may leave them scratching their heads. Fee-Only Web Page Example 1 Fee-Only Web Page Example 2 2. Sample Financial Plan Web Page Example 1 Sample Financial Plan Web Page Example 2 9.

Financial Advisor

Sara Grillo

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Advice-only financial planning is fee-only comprehensive financial planning without the expectation or even the option to manage any client investments. Financial planning is offered as a stand-alone product; it is the only thing that an advice-only financial planner does.

Financial Planning

Your Richest Life

JULY 29, 2022

Players decide whether to go to college, pay taxes, choose a career and plan for retirement. Financial Literacy for Teens (ages 14+). You can read about more of my favorite resources and advice in my “How to Improve Your Financial Literacy” post. About Your Richest Life.

Budgeting

Darrow Wealth Management

MARCH 17, 2025

Even though interest rates have risen in the last few years, over time, holding cash will yield a real negative return after inflation and taxes. Even in periods of higher interest rates, the real return on cash after taxes and inflation can be negative. For long-term investors, only stocks have reliably outpaced inflation.

Fee Only

Harness Wealth

MAY 25, 2023

Investing in financial guidance is an investment in your future. The right advisor can help manage your wealth, plan for retirement, navigate tax implications, and more. Here’s a deep dive into the average fees of financial advisors, in 2023. Fee-based : This structure is a blend of fees and commissions.

Financial Advisor

Yardley Wealth Management

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Retirement Planning, Income Taxes. She lists much of the basics in her article, including Contribution Limits, Tax Benefits, as well as how to open a SEP IRA and the deadlines for “S” Corps (9/15) and “C” Corps (10/15). Only employer contributions are permitted. appeared first on Yardley Wealth Management, LLC.

Retirement