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Why No One Needs a Budget

March 18, 2021 By Hannah Szarszewski, CFP®, AFC®

A Spending Plan vs. a Budget

No one needs or should use a budget. I realize this may seem like a bold statement. Before you begin forming arguments to disagree with me, please understand that I am a huge fan of spending plans. But I hate budgets. Budgets are difficult to maintain because people don’t like feeling restricted … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Budgeting and Saving, Living Well, News, Your Finances Tagged With: budgeting, cash flow, financial goals, money and values, Spending Plans

Estate Planning for 21st Century Couples

February 17, 2021 By Hannah Szarszewski, CFP®, AFC®

Estate Planning

Our clients have many different preferences, and we love to see when someone is intentional about what’s right for them. In this article, we'll focus on two examples of modern decisions that are becoming increasingly common. For couples who embrace these choices, the benefits can far outweigh the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Estate Planning, News, Your Finances Tagged With: couples and money, estate planning

Can You Benefit from Qualified Charitable Distributions?

December 22, 2020 By Hannah Szarszewski, CFP®, AFC®

Qualified Charitable Distributions

Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) are a great way to reduce tax liability for those who are charitably inclined. Qualified Charitable Distributions are distributions from an IRA that are donated directly to a qualified charity. The account holder must be over age 70 ½ and the distribution … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Featured Posts, Retirement, Taxes, Your Finances Tagged With: charitable giving, IRA, IRA distributions, Qualified Charitable Distributions, RMDs, tax planning, tax-free charitable contributions

Is a Donor Advised Fund Right for You?

December 18, 2020 By Hannah Szarszewski, CFP®, AFC®

Donor Advised Fund

Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) are a great tax planning tool for those who are charitably inclined. They are especially compelling when you have highly appreciated stock in a brokerage account or if your income is significantly higher than usual in any given year. Understanding the Tax … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Investing, Taxes Tagged With: Appreciated stock, charitable contributions, charitable giving, Donor Advised Funds, tax planning

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