Oct 2019 Market Minute: Manufacturing Sector, 3Q Earnings, Fed
For the month of October we’re keeping a close eye on any further contraction in the Manufacturing sector, Third Quarter’s earnings and the Federal Reserve.
In the News: Keep Your Plan Based on Your Needs, not Politics
In today’s Marietta Daily Journal, Bil Lako, CFP® explains to those worried about politics affecting the markets that the economic backdrop already in place when impeachment talks begin generally will prevail.
Get Those Kids a Job, and Take Advantage of Tax Breaks
Children who are dependents of their parents are subject to what is commonly referred to as the kiddie tax. This generally applies to children under the age of 19 and full-time students over the age of 18 and under the age of 24. The kiddie tax originated many years ago to close a tax loophole…
How can I protect my identity and my money?
Large-scale data breaches seem to be in the news frequently. Breaches have become more common—a byproduct of living in an increasingly digital world. During the first six months of 2019, the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC), a nonprofit organization whose mission includes broadening public awareness of data breaches and identity theft, had already tracked 713…
Tax Ramifications of Disposing of a Vehicle
If you are buying a new car, are you wondering what to do with the old one? You have several options, some of which have tax implications and some of which don’t. These options include trading the car in with the dealer, selling it to a third party, donating it to a charity, gifting it…
Keep Your Plan Based on Your Needs, not Politics
The “Money Talks” hosts discuss whether the threat of a presidential impeachment should be a reason to change your portfolio or financial plan.
Balancing 401(k) and HSA Contributions
If you can contribute to both a 401(k) and HSA, determining how much to contribute to each type of plan will require some careful thought and strategic planning.
In the News: Is cash king when selling a business?
In today’s Marietta Daily Journal, Bil Lako, CFP® explains that when selling your business, the terms of the offer can vary in risk. Read the article here. Disclosures: The investments referenced within this article may currently be traded by Henssler Financial. All material presented is compiled from sources believed to be reliable and current, but…
What Life Events Trigger the Need for Financial Advice?
As you move through different stages of life, you will face new and unique financial situations. Did you just get engaged? Perhaps you are wondering how you and your partner are going to manage your money together. Do you have children? Maybe you are looking for ways to pay for their college education. When you…
Facing a Huge Gain from a Realty Sale?
When you sell property you will have a gain or a loss based on your basis. Failure to document may cost you. Read all about it in this week’s Tax Tip.