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Maximizing Charitable Giving: The Power of Appreciated Securities

Written by: Angela Parziale, CPA, MST Managing a complex portfolio involves unique challenges and opportunities, especially when optimizing your financial strategies. While some aspects of your financial situation may be out of your control—like mortgage rates or state taxes—one area…

Estate Planning Essentials for Preserving Generational Wealth

Written by: Jordan Yorks Wealth preservation is a key concern for high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, especially when passing on assets to future generations. Estate planning is the cornerstone of ensuring that your wealth is transferred smoothly, efficiently, and according to…

Empowering Your Business Through Strategic Financial Planning

Written By: Todd Ellis, CPA, MST, CGMA Navigating the complexities of business ownership requires a keen understanding of financial planning. A comprehensive financial plan is more than just a set of documents; it’s a roadmap that guides your business through…

5 Strategies for Multigenerational Wealth Management

Written by: Jordan Yorks In the intricate dance of wealth management, transferring assets across generations is a pivotal movement. High-net-worth families, in particular, face unique challenges and opportunities when preparing for this significant transition. This article outlines five foundational steps…

We May Never See a Better Environment for Transferring Wealth … Here’s Why

It may seem that there will always be time to address estate planning. However, a unique opportunity to maximize the amount of wealth that can be tax-efficiently passed to heirs will expire at the end of 2025. Furthermore, legislation could…

IRS Clarifies When Cryptocurrency ‘Staking’ Rewards Are Included in Taxable Income

The IRS has published new guidance regarding the treatment of cryptocurrency staking rewards. In Revenue Ruling 2023-14, the IRS has ruled that staking rewards must be included in gross income for the taxable year in which the taxpayer acquires dominion…

Navigating the Future of Educational Planning: Enhancements to 529 Plans Under the SECURE 2.0 Act

Written by: Stephen Candelario, CPA As parents, we all dream of providing the best education for our children. But with escalating education costs, planning for their future education can often seem daunting. Fortunately, there are now tools available, such as…

3 Strategies to Reduce Your Tax Burden

Now is the perfect opportunity to evaluate your business tax planning and determine ways to decrease your tax burden. Employing the right strategies can reduce your taxes, optimize your cash flow, and enhance your long-term financial success. In this article,…

The Future of Cryptocurrency

Written by: Leah Belanger, CPA, MSA and William Cooper, CPA Cryptocurrencies have been making their mark on financial services for over a decade. But the past year has seen incredible highs and lows, with the crypto market losing over $2…

Secure Act 2.0 Updates Retirement Plans Starting in 2023

The new Secure Act 2.0 legislation expands upon the Secure Act of 2019 with updates to retirement savings plans across the country. Here’s what you need to know. Automatic Enrollment Requirements Plan sponsors of 401(k) and 403(b) plans will be…

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