How to Best Integrate Tax Planning Into Your Financial Planning Process
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#FASuccess Ep 432: Crafting “Input Deliverables” That Show Financial Planning Value To Clients Without Creating Busy-Work, With Seth Scott
Nerd's Eye View
APRIL 8, 2025
Welcome to the 432nd episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast! Seth is the founder of Heartwood Financial Planning, an advisory firm affiliated with PlanMember Securities Corporation that is based in Fresno, California, and oversees approximately $100 million in assets under management for 850 client households.
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Kitces & Carl Ep 152: Advisory Fee Confidence And Building The Happy-Client Stoke File
Nerd's Eye View
NOVEMBER 28, 2024
Still others may choose a hybrid model, combining AUM fees with additional charges for other services like tax planning. Pricing the impact of financial planning can be challenging, because many of its benefits – like peace of mind – are intangible, compelling in value but difficult to match with an exact price.
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#FASuccess Ep 412: 3X’ing The Business With No More Than 50 Great Clients By Hyperfocusing On Who You Can Add The Most Value For, With Anjali Jariwala
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So, whether you're interested in learning about building a profitable hyperfocused practice, implementing a marketing approach that reaches a firm's ideal target client, or adding value for clients by offering advanced tax planning, then we hope you enjoy this episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast, with Anjali Jariwala.
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Tax Advice Restrictions For Financial Advisors: How To Offer Tax Planning And Remain In Compliance
Nerd's Eye View
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
Taxes are a central component of financial planning. Almost every financial planning issue – whether it is retirement, investments, cash flow, insurance, or estate planning – has tax considerations, and advisors provide a great deal of value in helping clients minimize their overall tax burden.
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Personal finance links: a worthy goal
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podcasts.apple.com) Taxes A year-end tax planning checklist. kindnessfp.com) How to think about taxes in early retirement. greatergood.berkeley.edu) The laws of financial health are pretty simple. marknewfield.substack.com) How to look for holes in your financial plan.
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#FASuccess Ep 421: Integrating Tax Preparation Without Hiring In-House CPAs To Bring More Tax-Focused Value, With Daniel Friedman
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What's unique about Daniel, though, is how his firm has expanded its tax focus to include "in-house" tax return preparation for its clients as a one-stop shop, but actually outsources the tax preparation work itself to trusted CPAs that he pays out of his own revenue (rather than bringing this service fully in-house) so that he can focus his staff (..)
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Sabbatical Financial Planning: Taking Extended Time Off Without Derailing The Career Or Retirement
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JULY 20, 2022
A sabbatical refers to a period of time in which someone takes an extended, planned break from work prior to retirement, often as an opportunity to focus on their wellbeing and/or to gain valuable perspectives of life outside of work.
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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (November 2–3)
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At the same time, CFP Board has noted that advisors pursue the certification voluntarily and that its standards, which cover the entire financial planning process (unlike SEC and FINRA regulations that largely focus on investment management), help to raise standards for the industry as a whole at a time when advisors increasingly offer comprehensive (..)
Wealth Tech Startup for Doctors Raises $200 Million, Eyes M&A
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Earned Wealth, founded in 2021, offers medical professionals advice on financial planning, tax planning, wealth management and investing on one interconnected platform.
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8 Financial Planning Tips for Small Business Owners
Carson Wealth
JULY 3, 2024
Mixing the two can lead to confusion, complicate decision-making and obscure the true financial health of your business. Set up separate plans and goals for your business and your personal finances. Have a Comprehensive Budget (and Stick to It) A well-structured budget is a roadmap for your business’s financial health.
The 18 Best Financial Advisor Conferences To Attend In 2025
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Once the domain of membership associations that, especially amongst independent financial advisors, created a central space for networking and community, conferences were primarily built around professional development (i.e.,
WealthStack Roundup: Orion Partners with FFP; Morningstar and TIFIN Enhance AI-Powered Platform; eMoney Responds to SECURE 2.0 Tax Changes
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This week, Orion announced they were making it easier for those in need of free financial planning to find help, TIFIN and Morningstar partnered to enhance their AI-powered distribution platform and eMoney responded to recently-passed legislation with tax planning upgrades.
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10 High-Income Tax Planning Strategies to Complete Before 2025: A Year-end Checklist
Harness Wealth
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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.
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Kitces & Carl Ep 165: Finding Repeatable Conversations To Explain Complex Concepts More Understandably To Clients
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Financial planning is inherently complex, especially when it comes to data gathering, analysis, and crafting well-reasoned recommendations. investment strategies or tax planning) – can reduce cognitive overload for clients and keep meetings on track.
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The Future Of Financial Advice: How Tech and Approaches In 2030 Will Differ From Today
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For instance, the financial advice industry has seen many changes to regulations (for both advisors and their clients), advisor business models, and the advisor technology landscape. In the context of the financial planning industry, whereas Financial Advice 1.0 Specifically, Financial Advice 3.0
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Adviser links: a positive experience
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3 Strikes to Avoid When Tax Planning
Integrity Financial Planning
SEPTEMBER 19, 2022
So, make sure your Social Security and retirement account income plans are lined up so you can claim your maximum benefit with minimal taxation. Don’t just wait until tax season to figure out your tax plan. Taxes affect your whole retirement so factor them into your wealth preservation and income plan too.
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Why Pre-Tax Retirement Contributions Are Better Than Roth In Peak Earning Years (Even If Tax Rates Increase)
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tax policy are predicting that Congress will inevitably be forced to again increase tax rates in order to raise revenue and balance the national budget – and that the current regime of relatively low tax rates will prove to be a temporary phenomenon. However, with the national debt expanding rapidly, observers of U.S.
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CEO Peer Groups: A Strategy For Financial Advisors To Build Trust With And Attract Business Owner Clients
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When it comes to focusing on a niche for financial advisors, business owner clients can be an appealing target as they can have complex financial planning problems ranging from cash flow management to tax planning to acquisition strategies.
#FA Success Ep 297: From $0 To $70M In 2 Years By Leveraging Facebook Groups To Share Authentic Expertise, With Andy Panko
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Save on Taxes with These 5 Year-End Financial Tips
MainStreet Financial Planning
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As December unfolds, it’s easy to overlook year-end tax planning amid the holiday hustle. However, dedicating a few moments now can lead to significant savings come tax season. To help you retain more of your hard-earned money and reduce your tax liability, consider these five strategic moves before the year concludes.
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Offering Tax Preparation As A Solo Advisor: How To Attain Designations And Create A Schedule By Next Tax Season
Nerd's Eye View
MAY 8, 2023
In this post, Kitces.com Senior Financial Planning Nerd Ben Henry-Moreland writes about how he went from being hesitant to offer tax preparation at his solo RIA (given how common it is for tax preparers to work long hours throughout tax season) to embracing it as a core part of the business’ service offering.
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Tax Planning Considerations for Financial Advisors
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Financial planning and tax planning go hand in hand. Including tax planning as part of your service provides clients a comprehensive view of their finances and helps them achieve their financial goals.
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Estate planning is one of the most important steps in securing your financial legacy, but its also among the most complex. Understanding how assets will be distributed, navigating tax implications, and aligning these decisions with your personal goals can feel overwhelming.
Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (October 28-29)
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12 Steps To Creating A Solid Financial Plan For Yourself
Clever Girl Finance
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The Power of Tax Planning with the XY Tax Solutions Tax Team
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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.
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Is Financial Planning Different for Dual-Income Families?
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In addition to this, you can save more and plan for more significant purchases with greater ease. The tax liabilities for married couples filing their taxes jointly will differ from single individuals and those filing individually. Is financial planning for dual-income families different from others?
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Serving Clients at All Stages of the Financial Planning Lifecycle Effectively and Efficiently
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FEBRUARY 9, 2023
Of an estimated 104 million households seeking some level of financial advice, 88 million of those households want that advice from a financial professional. In this overview, we will explore the demographics of each stage, the financial planning needs of people in each stage, and strategies for serving them.
Incorporating the Financial Planning Hierarchy of Needs to Achieve Holistic Financial Planning
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As client expectations continue to evolve, there is an opportunity for financial planners to broaden and deepen their service offerings by providing holistic financial planning. These financial needs are linked to Maslow’s hierarchy esteem needs, such as self-respect and personal accomplishment. 2 Neufeld, Dorothy.
6 Ways to Rethink Financial Planning for Millennials
eMoney Advisor
MARCH 16, 2023
Along the way, I’ve gathered six key insights about financial planning for Millennials. However, sometimes it gets to be too much when it comes to financial topics. Then we do the financial plan and tax planning around that—it’s been a lot of fun. I would say that’s accurate.
5 Ways to Transform Tax Season Into an Opportunity with Grayson Blazek, Ep #237
Financial Symmetry
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Tax planning might not top everyone’s list of leisure activities, but in the middle of tax season, theres a hidden opportunity. What if, instead of seeing it as a mere logistic hurdle, we embraced it as a moment to refine our financial strategy?
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Tax-Loss Harvesting Best Practices (And How To Scale It Across A Client Base)
Nerd's Eye View
SEPTEMBER 7, 2022
For example, advisors who use a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tool may be able to use that tool to narrow down the list of clients to those who are good tax-loss-harvesting candidates, such as those in higher tax brackets (who are likelier to realize more value from deducting capital losses). With these three tools (i.e.,
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Set Your Financial Goals for 2025: A Strategic Approach to Building Your Wealth
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DECEMBER 17, 2024
Garry Esquire, CFP®, MBA Founder & CEO of Yardley Wealth Management Setting meaningful financial goals in 2025 requires more than just wishful thinking – it demands a strategic, well-planned approach. Helping clients achieve their monetary aspirations, I’ve seen how proper goal-setting can transform financial futures.
Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (June 1-2)
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Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that the Financial Planning Association and Money.com are planning to publish a “Best Financial Advisors” list based on advisors’ education, credentials, and experience, as well as harder-to-quantify (..)
Does Your Financial Plan Account for Higher Taxes?
WiserAdvisor
OCTOBER 11, 2022
Most people start financial planning with the goal of growing their finances through savings and investments. But financial planning is not limited to increasing your wealth alone. Tax planning is essential. Tax is charged on every penny you earn. What impact do taxes have on your financial planning?
Tax Planning for the Future
Integrity Financial Planning
AUGUST 3, 2022
Why does tax planning matter for your retirement plan? Brian talks through the difference it can make and why you should pay attention to it now as a part of your financial plan. When it comes to taxes, should you use the same person that files taxes to do tax planning and retirement planning for you?
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The Latest In Financial #AdvisorTech (October 2023)
Nerd's Eye View
OCTOBER 2, 2023
From there, the latest highlights also feature a number of other interesting advisor technology announcements, including: Holistiplan, after achieving success with its tax planning and analysis software, has announced an investment from Lead Edge Capital, signaling that it may be ready to expand into other financial planning areas beyond tax – (..)
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Kitces & Carl Ep 103: Balancing Client Responsiveness With The Proactive Sledgehammer Of Value
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.
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