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As 2025 comes to a close, taking a few strategic steps now can help reduce your tax liability and position you for a stronger financial year ahead. Beyond just contributions and deductions, savvy planning can include gifts, income timing, and leveraging credits. Here’s the top 7 ideas for the 2025 […]
In the spring of 2008, my wife and I spent several days trekking through Peru’s Andes Mountains on our way to Machu Picchu. The climbs were steep, the air thin, and the scenery breathtaking. But what we remember most is the team of sherpas who turned a demanding expedition into […]
The Pre-Flight Checklist: Double Check Your Beneficiaries When we flew in Jim’s Cessna 170, we had no idea it would be the last time. For years, my son has shared his dream of becoming a pilot. Spending time with Jim and flying in his plane is a memory we will […]
When we flew in Jim’s Cessna 170, we had no idea it would be the last time. For years, my son has shared his dream of becoming a pilot. Spending time with Jim and flying in his plane is a memory we will never forget. Jim was a passionate aviator and generously shared his love of flying with my son. Shortly after this flight, Jim was diagnosed with a terminal illness and passed away months later.
Give Cash Last: Top 6 Ways to Donate to Receive the Biggest Tax Break When meeting with our philanthropically minded clients, we often say, “give cash last.” Donating cash is simple, but it’s not always the most tax efficient. As we are nearing the end of the year, many clients […]
When our oldest got her first job, we were thrilled for her! As her parents, we were trying to balance being excited while helping her learn how to manage the bigger paychecks than she had seen in the past from babysitting and other odd jobs. As your teen(s) start earning […]
It is officially Summer! Favorite summer past times of grilling burgers, hotdogs, swimming, boating, gardening, camping and just spending time outside is here. A staple in many American refrigerators in the summertime, and throughout the year, is Ketchup. Ketchup has a way of giving those grilling favorites that much needed […]
Are you looking for a Financial Advisor in Kalamazoo? Finding the right financial advisor to partner with you and your family is crucial in helping you work towards your goals. Whether you’re planning for retirement, managing investments, seeking advice on holistic financial planning or all of the above, a skilled […]
Less Tax for You. More Money to the Charity. Nothing for the Government. What’s not to love? When you reach 73 years old, you are required to start taking minimum distributions from your traditional IRAs and certain other retirement accounts. These distributions are generally subject to income tax. If […]
A few years ago, I bought a smoker to smoke meat. If you have ever smoked meat, you know that it takes a LONG time to cook, but it is SO worth it! And because it takes so long, we typically smoke more meat than we need to so there […]