How Can a Nonworking Spouse Qualify to Fund an IRA?
A frequently overlooked tax benefit is the spousal IRA, which allows a nonworking or low-earning spouse to contribute to his or her own IRA, as long as his or her spouse has adequate compensation.
It’s Ill-Advised to Count on an Inheritance to Fund Your Retirement
Chief Investment Officer Troy Harmon, CFA, CVA, is joined by Managing Associate D.J. Barker, CWS®, and Senior Financial Planner Josh Weidie, CWS®, to discuss a common fallacy among investors—that they can rely on an inheritance to fund their retirement. They discuss the average inheritance and some of the many ways an it could be significantly reduced before passing to the heirs.
Net Price Calculators Help Gauge College Affordability
Fall is the time when many high school seniors narrow their college lists and start applying to colleges. To help answer “how much does college cost?” you can use a net price calculator, which is available on every college website.
Filing as Married Separate? Better Read This.
While most married couples choose to file a joint return, there are reasons a couple may choose to file separately. However, Congress carefully writes the tax laws to eliminate tax breaks for those filing MFS and can make filing very complicated.
The Art of Running a Successful Family Business: Breaking Things Down
Family businesses often fail just the same as others do. If you truly want to make sure that yours gets off on the right foot, we provide a few key things to keep in mind.
Trusted Persons to Help with Financial Responsibilities as You Age
This week on “Money Talks,” Chief Investment Officer Troy Harmon, CFA, CVA, is joined by Managing Associate D.J. Barker, CWS®, and Associate Peter Lynch to discuss the importance of having fiduciaries or trusted contacts for senior investors to help ensure these potentially vulnerable investors are not being exploited. Peter explains the different types of powers of attorney and when they are applicable.
4 Reasons to Review Your Life Insurance Needs
When your life circumstances change, you have a fresh opportunity to make sure the people you love are protected through life insurance.
A Map for Your Family
A letter of instruction could be just as important as a Will to help your heirs settle your estate and move forward with their lives.
The Joys and Financial Challenges of Parenthood
Parenthood can be both wonderfully rewarding and frighteningly challenging. You want to make sure that they are financially secure, but meeting expenses can be tough. Fortunately, you can take steps to prepare.
Student Loan Payment Pause Extended Through January 2022
There have been four student loan payment pauses since the start of the pandemic. The latest pause extends repayment obligations for federal student loan borrowers to January 31, 2022.