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    Too Much of a Good Thing? Ways to Reduce a Large Stock Position

    Wed, May 17, 2023

    Too Much of a Good Thing? Ways to Reduce a Large Stock Position

    When you own a highly concentrated winning stock, you probably feel like you’ve hit the jackpot. But you might be left with a riskier portfolio or a large tax bill. Discover smart strategies to de-risk your exposure and mitigate capital gains tax.

    Should I Gift Assets While I’m Alive?

    Wed, May 10, 2023

    Should I Gift Assets While I’m Alive?

    Is it tax-savvy to gift your assets while you’re still alive? Or is it smarter to leave an inheritance after you pass? It depends on your situation–so we’ve laid out the facts and questions for you to consider as you navigate taxable gifts, estate taxes, and timing a more tax-efficient legacy.

    Wed, May 3, 2023

    Generational Wealth: How and When Should You Transfer Wealth to Your Heirs?

    Passing down an inheritance isn’t a simple affair. Discover these tips to structure your assets, create a timeline, and start the conversation with your heirs.

    Periodic Underperformance is Common…and Expected

    Mon, Jan 23, 2023

    Periodic Underperformance is Common…and Expected

    Being good at what you do doesn’t mean you win all the time. Even the greatest quarterback of all time, Tom Brady, loses games! But having a bad game, or underperforming your peers, shouldn’t stop you from achieving your goals.

    How Much Risk Can or Should You Take With Your Investments

    Wed, Jan 18, 2023

    How Much Risk Can or Should You Take With Your Investments?

    Do you know the difference between risk tolerance, capacity, and propensity and how they work together to create your appropriate portfolio?

    Wed, Jan 11, 2023

    RMDs Are Mandatory, But Here’s What You Can Control

    You can’t avoid taking your RMDs, or paying the taxes that come along with them. But there are a few factors you can control. Here are four RMD strategies to consider…

    6 Sources of Retirement Income

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    6 Sources of Retirement Income

    Many retirement planning guides focus on finances, but we believe a satisfying retirement goes beyond how much money you have saved. It’s also about how you intend to use your savings.