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Tax Tips for Transferring Excess 529 Plan Funds to Roth IRAs: The Tax Letter
The Tax Letter 529 plans can help blunt the cost of paying for college. But if you want to use leftover funds there are some tax tips to bear in mind.
By Joy Taylor Published
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Estate Planning: Who Needs a Trust and Who Doesn’t?
Knowing the differences between a revocable trust and an irrevocable trust can help you decide if you need one and, if you do, which kind.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC® Published
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The Clock Is Ticking on Tax Cuts: Act Now to Avoid Missing Out
Estate and gift tax exemptions are at an all-time high until the end of 2025. That may seem like a long way off, but setting things up could take longer than expected.
By Christopher F. Tate, J.D. Published
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Three Mistakes to Avoid in Retirement Tax Planning
Having a good tax plan can help keep you on top of what you need to do to maximize your savings for your golden years.
By Tony Drake, CFP®, Investment Advisor Representative Published
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Estate Planning for Your Aging Parents: A Delicate Balance
Protecting assets isn’t the only goal. Managing health care and taxes are also important, as is maintaining our parents’ dignity and security.
By Justin Stivers, Esq. Published
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Cut Your Wealth Transfer Taxes With a Family Limited Partnership
This estate planning tool facilitates tax-efficient wealth transfer, asset protection, legacy preservation and more.
By John M. Goralka Published
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Why You Should Care About Your 2026 Taxes Now
Tax Planning It's not to early to prepare for the possibility that your taxes will go up in 2026.
By Sandra Block Published
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Looking for the Right Tax Professional for You? Seven Factors to Consider
The right professional will help you more than just once a year.
By Kiplinger Advisor Collective Published
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Avert a Tax Surprise in Retirement: Get Ready With a Roth
Your taxes in retirement might not be lower, and you could be facing a looming tax bill because of RMDs. Consider preparing now with Roth conversions.
By Andrew Drufke Published