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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (November 16-17, 2024)

Nerd's Eye View

The study also looked at what “high performing” firms are doing differently than their peers, finding that these firms have a higher close rate on referred prospects, were better able to maintain pricing discipline, and had significantly lower expenses as a percentage of firm revenue.

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10 High-Income Tax Planning Strategies to Complete Before 2025: A Year-end Checklist

Harness Wealth

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. Tax related products and services provided through Harness Tax LLC.

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Sabbatical Financial Planning: Taking Extended Time Off Without Derailing The Career Or Retirement

Nerd's Eye View

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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Understanding Limited Partnership (LP) Taxes: An Overview

Harness Wealth

Whether you are contemplating forming an LP or already operate one, gaining clarity on tax matters can optimize your financial outcomes and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. Identifying and leveraging these opportunities is a vital part of effective tax planning.

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1099 vs. K-1: What Private Equity and Alternative Investors Need to Know

Harness Wealth

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. Different types of income maintain their distinct tax treatment as they pass through to a partner.

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Exit Planning for Founders: How to Minimize Taxes in an Acquisition

Harness Wealth

With proper planning, certain tax obligations can be legally deferred, reduced, or in some cases eliminated entirely. To maximize the value you ultimately receive from your exit, incorporating comprehensive tax planning into your strategy is highly advantageous.

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Filing Taxes with Multiple Income Streams: RSUs, K-1s, Freelance, and More [Updated for 2025]

Harness Wealth

This article will explore how to navigate complex tax situations arising from multiple income sources, examining various income types, reporting requirements, self-employment obligations, and strategic approaches to record-keeping and tax planning that can help protect your financial interests.

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