Preparing for Your Estate Planning Appointment When preparing for your estate planning appointment you may not be sure what to expect. It can feel overwhelming, but with the right information you will find it is pretty simple to prepare. In this article, we will go over the basic information you need when preparing for [...]
10 Common Tax Questions Taxes can be overwhelming and complicated. Educating yourself on tax matters can help clear the confusion and put you in a more stable place. In this article, we will answer 10 common tax questions. 1. Are There Extra Tax Breaks Available After December 31st? Up until April 15th you can [...]
8 Types of Long Term Care Facilities We are living longer lives, but this increases the need of long term care for most adults later in life. According to the Administration for Community Living, adults that are 65 now have a 70% chance of needing long term care. Of these 20% will need care [...]
Guide to 529 Plans 529 plans are tax advantaged plans used to fund education. They get their name from Section 529 of the Internal Revenue Code. Typically, parents or grandparents establish them for the benefit of a child, also known as a beneficiary. In this article, we will go over how 529 plans work. Types [...]
Uses of an Irrevocable Trust An irrevocable trust is a type of trust that you cannot change once it has been created. They can be expensive and complex, but they do have special estate planning provisions. In this article, we will go over 3 uses of an irrevocable trust. Qualify for Medicaid Medicaid is [...]
Should We Files Taxes Jointly or Separately? Married couples have two options for filing taxes. They can either file taxes jointly or separately. There are advantages and disadvantages to both. In this article, we will go over the differences between filing jointly or separately. Reasons to File Jointly There are a few different reasons [...]
Fixed Annuities and Retirement As retirement draws closer, having sources of guaranteed income becomes vital. A fixed annuity can prove to be a steady income stream that supplements other retirement resources. In this article, we will go over the basics of how fixed annuities work, and how you can incorporate one into your retirement [...]
7 Things to Know About Inherited IRAs Inheriting an IRA is an intersection of estate planning, financial planning, and tax planning. What is an inherited IRA? It is when you inherit an account with tax advantages after the death of the owner. You will need to move the assets from the original owner’s name [...]
7 Estate Planning Misconceptions Estate planning can be complicated. There are many estate planning misconceptions that make it seem even more complex. In this article, we will clear up 7 estate planning misconceptions. 1. If You Die Without a Will, the State Gets Your Assets One of the common estate planning misconceptions is that [...]
7 Reasons Why Your Tax Refund May Be Delayed How long does it take to get a tax refund? If you efiled and requested a direct deposit you should receive your refund within 21 days. When you efile and request a check it can take up to a month. If you paper file, it [...]
