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Insights for clients invested in their financial futures
Features
4 Retirement Risks to Avoid
The five years before and after retirement are among the most important—and vulnerable—for your savings. Make the most of your later years by getting ahead of the potential risks.
How to Minimize the Risk of an IRS Audit
A number of tax audits result from preventable mistakes. Here are the five most common audit red flags—and what to do to avoid them.
Borrowing Against Your Assets
Borrowing against your assets can often act as a tool to manage wealth. Here's how to use debt strategically—even in some cases when you can afford to pay cash.
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Perspectives
The Appeal of Munis
Municipal bonds can be attractive during periods of economic decline for three main reasons.
3 Ways Dividend ETFs Can Differ
Dividend-focused ETFs can be a great portfolio addition, but varied methodologies can result in very different potential returns. Learn about considerations for how to choose dividend ETFs that can help complement your portfolio.
Inflation Reduction Act Facts
The $750 billion Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 aims to combat climate change and increase tax revenues. Here's what it could mean for you.
Ask Carrie
Should You Disinherit a Child?
Family rifts sometimes lead to estrangement—resulting in thoughts of disinheritance. But consider the consequences before you exclude a loved one from your estate.
Trading
Recovering From a Trading Loss
In a volatile market, you may find yourself with a surprising amount of trading losses, and big ones can undermine your confidence. Here's how to bounce back.
Family Matters
Handling an Inherited Business
Inheriting a business can be a great honor—and potentially a great burden. Here's how to assess its viability and navigate the tax bill.
Bottom Line
Who Needs Umbrella Insurance?
Umbrella insurance can help you fill gaps in insurance coverage that can expose you to costly liabilities. Learn if umbrella insurance is right for you.
Beware P2P App Scams
What are the risks of peer-to-peer payment apps? Here's what you should know to avoid potential pitfalls and scams.
The Future of Social Security
Current forecasts project a Social Security shortfall in about a decade. Knowing when to collect can help you maximize your benefits. Find out when could be the right time for you to start collecting Social Security payments.
The Risk of Too Much Cash
When it comes to long-term growth, cash isn't king. Learn why it might be worth the effort to reinvest your money through portfolio rebalancing and reentering the market gradually.
Taxes and Investment Properties
A 1031 exchange can help you defer capital gains taxes on an investment property by investing sale proceeds into another property.
Big Picture
2023 Tax Changes
Inflation prompted many changes to tax brackets and contribution limits. Here's a look at the most significant.
From our leaders
From the archives
BDCs: High Yields, Big Risks?
Business development companies are known for attractive yields—but are they worth the risks?
SLAT Trusts for Couples
A spousal lifetime access trust (SLAT) allows access to assets while helping to keep them out of your taxable estate.
Life Insurance and Your Estate
Adding life insurance to your estate plan can help give your heirs flexibility in the future.
Should You Start a Foundation?
Is a private foundation the best way to further your family's philanthropic goals? Here's how to decide—and why you might consider a donor-advised fund instead.
Year-End Tax Tips for Your Portfolio
From maximizing tax-advantaged savings accounts to donating to charity, here are strategic tax moves to consider before year-end.
