Market news, retirement advice & planning tips.
Every investor dreams of buying into the market at a low point, just before it hits an upswing, and garnering a large profit from selling at the market’s peak. But…
KenFebruary 12, 2014
Looking for a tax-advantaged college savings plan that has no age restrictions and no income phaseout limits — and one you can use to pay for more than just tuition?…
KenFebruary 12, 2014
The history of estate taxes in America has been a long and winding road. Careful estate planning is still one of the most important ways to manage and protect your…
KenFebruary 12, 2014
In planning your estate, it is customary to consider wills and trusts (as well as intestacy) as a means of property distribution. As a matter of fact, the manner in…
KenFebruary 12, 2014
Effective estate planning should address wealth transfer from a practical and cost-effective approach. One estate planning strategy that families with closely held businesses should consider is the family limited partnership.…
KenFebruary 12, 2014
Charitable giving can be a rewarding experience by allowing you to both give and receive. To enjoy the benefits of charitable giving, you can utilize a variety of strategies. The…
KenFebruary 12, 2014
Sometimes it takes tough economic times and natural disasters to unite and bring out the best in people. Natural disasters such as hurricanes and earthquakes have served to bring communities…
KenFebruary 12, 2014
Charitable lead trusts are designed for people who would like to benefit a charity now rather than later. You may have heard about some charitable trust strategies before but decided…
KenFebruary 12, 2014
There are a number of different gifting strategies available for planned giving. Each has its advantages and disadvantages. Instead of making an outright gift, you could choose to use a…
KenFebruary 12, 2014
Married couples have several ways to potentially avoid any estate tax liability when they leave assets to each other. Because of the unlimited marital deduction, no estate taxes are due…
KenFebruary 12, 2014