July 01, 2021
How to Fine-Tune Your Client's Social Security Claiming StrategyA pre-retiree presented three scenarios for claiming spousal benefits. He understood most of the rules, but the devil's in the details.
June 28, 2021
How Secure Act's 10-Year Rule Creates Tax Headaches for IRA HeirsPlanning for inherited IRAs and 401(k)s has become more complex than ever under the Secure Act.
June 22, 2021
Avoiding the Once-Per-Year IRA Rollover TrapViolating this IRS rule is one of the most expensive mistakes a client can make.
June 16, 2021
Should Inherited Property Be Taxable at the Owner's Death?Two professors debate President Joe Biden's proposal to make inheriting property a taxable event.
June 16, 2021
Biden's Estate Tax Overhaul: Forewarned Is ForearmedWhile it may not come to fruition, the American Families Plan includes the largest tax increase on the wealthiest in over a century.
June 11, 2021
Roth IRA Conversions: When Is the Best Time?While now is a good time for many clients to make Roth conversions, individual circumstances are paramount.
June 01, 2021
Can You Spot the Social Security Claiming Mistakes? Part 2Claiming spousal benefits under Social Security can be complicated. Here's part 2 of a case study.
June 01, 2021
The Do's and Don'ts of Annual Client MeetingsAdvisors should view yearly client review meetings through a marketing lens, not a sales lens.
June 01, 2021
Guaranteed Income Belongs on the Retiree Balance SheetTo show a client's full net worth, advisors must include Social Security and other guaranteed income in their total assets.