Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Welcome to the October 2023 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!

Communication 246

Communication Portfolio Management Clients Tax Planning 246

Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 21, 2024

At the same time, they also overwhelmingly recognize the value of financial advisors , not only for increasing their wealth beyond what they could have achieved on their own , but also for helping them feel more prepared and less stressed about their finances!

Financial Planner 246

Financial Planner Financial Advisor Taxes Math 246

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

Tobias Financial

DECEMBER 20, 2023

As we begin our countdown to 2024, it is a great time to ensure your year-end tax plan is in place. Tax planning is a vital component of meeting your overall financial goals. Our team of professionals is here to assist with your financial and tax planning needs. You can access the webinar recording here.

Tax Planning 52

Tax Planning Taxes Planning Distribution 52

Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 25, 2023

We start with several articles on retirement planning: Data showing where American retirees currently stand, from their average net worth to how they spend each hour of the day How, according to a recent study, delaying Social Security benefits typically leads to greater lifetime wealth than claiming benefits early in order to reduce portfolio withdrawals (..)

Financial Advisor 246

Financial Advisor Financial Planner Insurance Clients 246

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

Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 7, 2024

This month's edition kicks off with the news that digital estate planning platform Wealth.com has raised a whopping $30 million in Series A funding, following on the heels of Vanilla's follow-on $20M capital round just a few months ago – which on the one hand reflects the anticipated enthusiasm for solutions that can help advisors efficiently (..)

Clients 246

Clients B2B Estate Planning Planning 246

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

Harness Wealth

APRIL 28, 2025

This article explores the distinctions between K-1 and 1099 reporting, explaining their impact on tax planning, basis calculations, filing deadlines, and strategies to optimize your after-tax returns from alternative investments.

Tax Planning 52

Tax Planning Taxes Distribution Compliance 52

WiserAdvisor

JULY 9, 2025

Many people have managed their own investment portfolios and have seen great results. You make all the decisions, choose the funds or stocks you are interested in, and build your financial portfolio solo. If you want to review your portfolio during your lunch break, go ahead! And honestly, you are not entirely wrong. No problem!

Financial Advisor 52

Financial Advisor Investments Investing Asset Allocation 52

Harness Wealth

MARCH 27, 2025

Secondary transactions (or Secondaries as theyre known) involve the buying and selling of pre-existing investments in private funds or stakes in the portfolio companies those funds own. Other reasons involve changes in investment strategy, portfolio rebalancing, or a simple desire to exit a specific asset class.

Taxes 52

Taxes Tax Planning Assets Compliance 52

Advisor Perspectives

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Advisors are being asked to provide their clients with a full suite of solutions, ranging from estate and tax planning to portfolio management, and everything in between. Clients are increasingly eager to gain access to fully customizable solutions that meet their individual needs.

Asset Allocation 105

Asset Allocation Portfolio Management Tax Planning Financial Planning 105

Carson Wealth

JUNE 27, 2025

In addition to these universal crises, ultra-high net worth (UHNW) individuals may face unique financial risks that can affect their overall net worth and the value of their investment portfolios and/or businesses. Tax planning. Tax planning is crucial. Make informed investment decisions.

Financial Planning 52

Financial Planning Planning Management Estate Planning 52

Carson Wealth

JULY 3, 2024

Develop a risk management plan to implement strategies that minimize or eliminate risks, and protect your business with appropriate insurance coverage, such as liability, property and business interruption insurance. Get Help with Tax Planning Tax planning is a critical component of financial management.

Financial Planning 142

Financial Planning Planning Retirement Planning Tax Planning 142

Financial Symmetry

JUNE 11, 2025

Rather than relegating students to simple tasks, we immerse them in real client work, encompassing tasks such as tax planning and estate preparation, as well as attending client meetings and onboarding new accounts. 17:49] Internship planning and goal setting. 04:13] Refining processes through internships. [06:42]

Clients 62

Clients Wealth Management Tax Planning Engineering 62

Harness Wealth

APRIL 30, 2025

In today’s dynamic economy, millions have embraced a diverse portfolio of income streamsfrom traditional employment to creative side hustles, equity compensation, and investment ventures. This makes income classification a crucial factor in tax planning, loss utilization strategies, and overall financial health.

Taxes 52

Taxes Tax Planning Compliance Planning 52

Tobias Financial

JUNE 2, 2025

To help make this process more approachable and efficient, our financial planning and advisory teams at Tobias Financial Advisors now use Vanilla, an estate planning software, designed by estate attorneys, and powered by AI. One of Vanillas most powerful features is its ability to model what-if scenarios.

Estate Planning 52

Estate Planning Planning Financial Advisor Tax Planning 52

Carson Wealth

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

While most taxpayers dont need to worry about estate and gift taxes, having significant assets can make them a challenge. Also, like most UHNW individuals, you may have income from several sources like investments, real estate, and business interests that may require special tax planning. And, if the U.S.

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Compliance Taxes Management 52

Yardley Wealth Management

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Investment Strategy Refinement The investment landscape continues to evolve, and your portfolio should reflect both current market conditions and your long-term objectives. Tax Efficiency: A Often Overlooked Opportunity One area where I see clients consistently leaving money on the table is tax planning.

Financial Planning 52

Financial Planning Debt Management Retirement Planning Retirement 52

FMG

JUNE 17, 2025

Looking forward to our quarterly review next month to discuss your portfolio performance.” Your portfolio is performing as expected. I’ll be sharing your portfolio performance and discussing your goals for next quarter. ” This shows attention to detail and makes clients feel remembered.

Financial Advisor 52

Financial Advisor Communication Clients Financial Guidance 52

Harness Wealth

APRIL 17, 2025

Donor-advised funds (DAFs) have emerged as powerful tools that deliver this exact combination, providing immediate tax advantages while offering flexibility to recommend grants to qualified organizations over time. Table of Contents What Are Donor-Advised Funds, and How Do They Work?

Taxes 52

Taxes Tax Planning Distribution Assets 52

Harness Wealth

JANUARY 29, 2025

You should decide whether a traditional IRA or Roth IRA is more advantageous based on your current and expected future tax brackets. Engage in tax-loss harvesting Tax-loss harvesting is a strategy that helps investors reduce their taxable income by leveraging losses in their investment portfolios.

Taxes 52

Taxes Medical Distribution Tax Planning 52

Workable Wealth

OCTOBER 14, 2020

This could come in many forms: Negative spending habits Little to no emergency fund Inadequate investment vehicles Improper risk management and insurance coverage Making emotional financial decisions Overpaying on taxes Acquiring unnecessary debt Incurring penalties and fees Let’s look at a few of these examples more in-depth. Tax Planning.

Financial Planning 52

Financial Planning Planning Insurance Coverage Tax Planning 52

Integrity Financial Planning

OCTOBER 9, 2022

Although many investing and wealth-preservation principles apply to anyone – such as developing a tax plan, assessing a portfolio’s risk exposure, and more – there are key risks to be aware of when you have more money and more valuable assets to protect. Being Too Conservative.

Tax Planning 95

Tax Planning Taxes Financial Advisor Assets 95

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

Nationwide Financial

JANUARY 25, 2023

Here are some key points to use with clients as you help them assess their retirement plans. Review risk tolerance and current asset allocation strategy It’s important to ensure your clients’ portfolios align with their risk tolerance because taking too much risk can negatively impact their ability to navigate market fluctuations.

Risk Tolerance 102

Risk Tolerance Retirement Planning Asset Allocation Retirement 102

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 96

Charitable Planning Estate Planning Retirement Planning Tax Planning 96

Harness Wealth

JANUARY 29, 2025

Tax-loss harvesting is a powerful strategy that investors can use to reduce their taxable income. This type of strategy typically involves selling underperforming investments at a loss to offset capital gains (or ordinary income) to optimize portfolio returns.

Taxes 52

Taxes Assets Sales Portfolio 52

Park Place Financial

MARCH 10, 2022

FINANCIAL PLANNING 4 Financial Strategies to Leverage if your Portfolio is Worth Millions Schedule a Complimentary Financial Review CLICK HERE TO SCHEDULE. Financial planning investment strategies can be found at every corner of the Internet, but not all advice applies to every person. Reduce Tax Payments.

Portfolio 52

Portfolio Certified Financial Planner Financial Planner Healthcare 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. Tax planning is not solely about federal taxes.

Financial Advisor 90

Financial Advisor Retirement Risk Tolerance Estate Planning 90

Ron A. Rhodes

AUGUST 6, 2023

I have increasingly witnessed registered investment adviser (RIA) firms, as well as brokerage firms, generally disavow (often in their client services agreement) any duty to manage the investment portfolios of…

Portfolio 61

Portfolio Management Taxes Clients 61

Carson Wealth

MARCH 21, 2025

But you might consider increasing your impact by setting up a structured , long-term philanthropic plan such as an endowment. An endowment is a portfolio of assets that is invested to provide support for a cause. Donations to endowment funds are tax-deductible, giving them a place in your overall financial management and tax plan.

Distribution 52

Distribution Nonprofit Government Taxes 52

Zoe Financial

JUNE 20, 2025

He’s already saving aggressively, but wants to reduce long-term tax drag and better structure his investment strategy. Have I reviewed my portfolio for tax-smart strategies like direct indexing or loss harvesting? Have I implemented a drawdown strategy that reduces long-term taxes?

Retirement Planning 40

Retirement Planning Retirement Planning Estate Planning 40

Talon Wealth

OCTOBER 26, 2023

In that case, you may be sacrificing the return you need for a comfortable life—especially if you plan on living 20-30 years in retirement. That’s why you must actively understand how each investment plays into your portfolio. Consider early retirement tax planning.

Retirement Planning 98

Retirement Planning Retirement Planning Medical 98

Inside Information

JANUARY 31, 2025

Depending on a firms tech strategy, she wrote, advisors may have to log in to the CRM, custodian, portfolio accounting, planning software, tax planning software, estate planning software, social security maximizer software, etc.,

Risk Tolerance 40

Risk Tolerance Consulting Estate Planning Wealth Advisor 40

International College of Financial Planning

JULY 2, 2025

Here’s the pathway under the current education structure: Investment Planning Specialist – Focuses on asset classes, portfolio strategies, and wealth accumulation. Retirement and Tax Planning Specialist – Covers retirement income strategies, tax optimisation, and goal-based planning.

Financial Planner 40

Financial Planner CFP Certified Financial Planner Certification 40

Darrow Wealth Management

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

This infographic has more on how a brokerage account is taxed. Tax planning opportunities in retirement If you only have assets in tax-deferred accounts, you may have fewer tax planning options in retirement. Tax-deductible contributions means distributions in retirement are taxable as regular income.

Accounting 98

Accounting Retirement Taxes Distribution 98