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Stop putting money in 401(k)s, and other year-end advice from tax expert Ed Slott
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 20, 2024
Stop putting money in 401(k)s, and other year-end advice from tax expert Ed Slott

Amid a low-tax environment and an incoming presidential administration, retirement planning guru Ed Slott gives advice ahead of 2025.

Advisors talk giving strategies to celebrate National Philanthropy Day
RETIREMENT PRACTICE MANAGEMENT NOV 14, 2024
Advisors talk giving strategies to celebrate National Philanthropy Day

Wealth managers weigh in on trends in charitable giving this holiday season.

The IRS is staying focused on millionaires in 2025
RETIREMENT TAX NOV 13, 2024
The IRS is staying focused on millionaires in 2025

With more than $1 billion hauled from the richest delinquents this year, the tax agency is gearing up to expand its enforcement over corporations, partnerships, and high-wealth individuals.

Trump re-inherits Social Security's problems, and another chance to fix them
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 06, 2024
Trump re-inherits Social Security's problems, and another chance to fix them

The next president has proposed cutting Social Security benefits taxes, which would deplete the system faster. Bipartisan support is needed to pass reforms, observers say.

Older retirement savers could get a bigger boost from super catch-ups
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 05, 2024
Older retirement savers could get a bigger boost from super catch-ups

The bump in 401(k) and Roth contribution limits is taking effect for workers aged 60 to 63 years old next year – but taking advantage of it won't be that easy.

For some advisors, the expiring Tax Cuts and Jobs Act is the biggest issue going into the election
RETIREMENT REGULATION AND LEGISLATION NOV 04, 2024
For some advisors, the expiring Tax Cuts and Jobs Act is the biggest issue going into the election

If given the power to change a single industry issue, addressing the expiring Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 is what wealth managers said they would do, along with fixing regulatory burdens. Meanwhile, tariffs are a worry for some.

IRS unveils higher 401(k) contribution cap, leaves IRA limit unchanged for 2025
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 01, 2024
IRS unveils higher 401(k) contribution cap, leaves IRA limit unchanged for 2025

The federal tax agency has revealed a raft of updates on cost-of-living adjustments to maximum retirement account contributions.

Wealth managers eyeing municipal bonds ahead of tax cut sunsets
RETIREMENT FIXED INCOME OCT 31, 2024
Wealth managers eyeing municipal bonds ahead of tax cut sunsets

Some advisors are waiting for the election before adding more muni-bonds. Others are getting a head start.

Millionaire tax referendum opens door to new Chicago wealth showdown
RETIREMENT TAX OCT 31, 2024
Millionaire tax referendum opens door to new Chicago wealth showdown

A proposal to hike taxes on Illinois' highest earners, which Citadel's Ken Griffin spent millions fighting in 2020, is being put to a vote once again.

Why clients are sitting on a ticking tax timebomb
RETIREMENT TAX OCT 25, 2024
Why clients are sitting on a ticking tax timebomb

Advisor is critical of industry's tendency to avoid giving tax advice.

intelliflo boosts platform with new wash sale rule feature
RETIREMENT FINTECH OCT 24, 2024
intelliflo boosts platform with new wash sale rule feature

The fintech provider is helping tax-conscious family offices and SMAs avoid the ire of the IRS with its latest redblack platform update.

The Trump tax cuts are expiring, so what are advisors saying?
RETIREMENT TAX OCT 24, 2024
The Trump tax cuts are expiring, so what are advisors saying?

Wealth managers discuss their plans for the sunsetting of the 2017 Tax Cuts & Jobs Act.

IRS announces 2025 inflation adjustments to tax rates
RETIREMENT TAX OCT 23, 2024
IRS announces 2025 inflation adjustments to tax rates

The federal tax agency's latest update includes items on standard deductions, clarity on marginal tax rates, and the alternative minimum tax exemption.

Vise, Advyzon ink partnerships to drive portfolio personalization
RETIREMENT FINTECH OCT 22, 2024
Vise, Advyzon ink partnerships to drive portfolio personalization

The two wealth tech firms are ramping up efforts to help financial advisors deliver customized, tax-efficient portfolios at scale.

Trump's tariffs and tax agenda poses risk for Social Security benefits, warns watchdog
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING OCT 21, 2024
Trump's tariffs and tax agenda poses risk for Social Security benefits, warns watchdog

An analysis by the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget suggests the former president's second-term agenda would lead to a 33% cut by 2035.

4 preparation strategies to help clients navigate the 2026 lifetime exemption sunset
RETIREMENT OPINION OCT 18, 2024
4 preparation strategies to help clients navigate the 2026 lifetime exemption sunset

Advisors to high-net-worth and UHNW clients would do well to understand the implications and take appropriate steps to safeguard their wealth.

IRS announces relief for taxpayers hit by Helene and Milton
RETIREMENT TAX OCT 14, 2024
IRS announces relief for taxpayers hit by Helene and Milton

Those impacted by the devastating hurricanes may be eligible for extensions, special deductions and other forms of assistance.

Trump issues new tax cut pledges as presidential election draws closer
RETIREMENT TAX OCT 11, 2024
Trump issues new tax cut pledges as presidential election draws closer

Deductions for auto loan holders and a proposal against double taxation for expats are the latest appeals from the former president seeking a second term.

Millions of Americans avoided paying taxes on early retirement distributions
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING OCT 11, 2024
Millions of Americans avoided paying taxes on early retirement distributions

Report finds taxpayers avoided filing for exemptions on or reporting $12.9B in early withdrawals from tax-favored accounts, with severe oversights among HNWIs.

AI, estate planning, and succession concerns weighing on private business owners
RETIREMENT TAX OCT 01, 2024
AI, estate planning, and succession concerns weighing on private business owners

The second annual survey by Brown Brothers Harriman untangles sentiments around technology, tax risks, generational wealth, and single family offices.