Many companies offer employer-issued stock as a benefit, in addition to other compensation and benefits. But what happens if you leave a job that offered you employer-issued stock or if you experience another triggering life event (such as turning 59½)? That’s where net unrealized appreciation (NUA) strategies come in. There are a few favorable rules…
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What Are SLATs (Spousal Lifetime Access Trusts) and Who Are They For?
When it comes to estate planning, trusts, and wills, you have many options—which begs the question: Which estate planning options are suitable for you and your family? There’s no quick answer to that question because everyone’s situation is unique, but we want to share one tool you may want to consider: spousal lifetime access trusts,…
Retirement Hobbies You Never Knew Existed
We all know about standard retirement hobbies such as golf, gardening, or woodworking. But now that you have time to fill, why not think outside the box? Here, we share some retirement hobbies you never knew existed that can help spice up your golden years. Beekeeping Beekeeping is an age-old hobby but one that most…
Can You Take Advantage of a Net Unrealized Appreciation (NUA) Strategy?
Many companies offer employer-issued stock as a benefit, in addition to other compensation and benefits. But what happens if you leave a job that offered you employer-issued stock or if you experience another triggering life event (such as turning 59½)? That’s where net unrealized appreciation (NUA) strategies come in. There are a few favorable rules…
What is a 1031 Exchange?
If you want to add investment real estate to your diversified portfolio, you’re going to want to know what a 1031 Exchange is. While the rules and regulations for this tactic can get complicated, understanding the basic concepts will help you decide if this strategy is right for you. Let’s look at what a 1031…
New Retirement Contribution Limits for 2023
The Internal Revenue Service has released new limits for the coming year. After months of high inflation and financial uncertainty, some of these cost-of-living-based adjustments have reached near-record levels. Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) IRA contribution limits are up $500 in 2023 to $6,500. Catch-up contributions for those over age 50 remain at $1,000, bringing the…
Find That Lost 401(k)!
Do you have a long-lost retirement account left with a former employer? Maybe it’s been so long that you can’t even remember? With over 24 million “forgotten” 401(k) accounts holding roughly $1.35 trillion in assets, even the most organized professional may be surprised to learn of their unclaimed “found” money.1 What are “Forgotten” Retirement Accounts?…
Open Enrollment Begins November 1st. Consider These 4 Tips for Choosing a Health Insurance Plan
Open enrollment (the annual period when you can enroll in major medical health insurance plans), begins November 1, 2022, and will remain open until January 15, 2023. You will need to enroll by December 15, 2022 for coverage that begins January 1, 2023. For someone looking to change or add coverage, this offers a short…
Financial Books That Have Stood the Test of Time
There are countless financial books out there that promise to make you a more intelligent investor, an expert budgeter, or a money guru. But which ones contain solid advice, and which ones should you pass over? There are so many options that it’s hard to tell. Here, we highlight five financial books that have stood…
Retirement Planning: What do Military Families Need to Know?
Retirement is an exciting life milestone that requires careful planning and budgeting. For military families, it requires even more knowledge, because you need to ensure that you meet all the military’s qualifications and that you are taking full advantage of any veterans benefits coming your way. To celebrate National Veteran and Military Family Month, in…