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Financial Planning
April 1, 2005
John A. Nersesian |
Exit Strategy Here's how financial advisers can help clients who are departing employees with employer stock in qualified plans and may want to take a smaller tax bite now rather than a bigger one later.   |
Financial Planning
July 1, 2006
Ed Slott |
NUA No-No's Do your clients have company stock in their 401(k)? The net unrealized appreciation option could save on taxes, assuming they don't make one of these five mistakes. |
Financial Planning
October 1, 2005
Jay Quinn |
Please Give Generously There are many benefits to clients when giving is incorporated into their overall financial plan, from reducing current income and estate taxes to helping to provide for retirement income. Here's what advisers need to know. |
The Motley Fool
September 1, 2004
Nathan Slaughter |
Beware of IRA Rollovers! The 401(k). For some of us, this one account might become our single-largest asset. If only there were a way to convert the tax on all those profits from ordinary income rates to capital gains rates. |
Financial Planning
July 1, 2013
Ed Slott |
New Approach to a 401(k) Tax Tactic Changes require advisors to adjust strategies for using net unrealized appreciation for lump-sum distributions. |
On Wall Street
April 1, 2011
Susan L. Hartman |
Tax Tips For This Year And Next Tax-aware advisors are preparing to counsel investors on everything, from the short-term nature of tax breaks, to maximizing cash flows and retirement plan distribution planning. |
Financial Planning
October 1, 2006
Gavin Morrissey |
Trust Toolkit A wealth replacement trust strategy may be the right fit for your philanthropic clients. Because this strategy combines complex areas of trust law, taxation and insurance planning, you should be sure to consult with professionals in these areas before implementing this -- or any -- estate plan. |
Registered Rep.
June 1, 2008
Kevin McKinley |
CRUTS And CRATS Charitable lead trusts and charitable remainder trusts: which are better for your wealthy clients? |
Financial Planning
November 1, 2010
Ed Slott |
Just Do It Many clients are still sitting precariously on the fence, trying to decide whether a 2010 Roth conversion makes sense. |
Financial Planning
July 1, 2005
David A. Twibell |
Too Much of a Good Thing To avoid considerable risk, clients with a large part of their wealth tied up in one company's stock need to diversify or hedge these concentrated positions. |
The Motley Fool
August 24, 2006
Dan Caplinger |
Relieve Your Tax Burden: Part 2 Tax-favored accounts like Roth IRAs, qualified retirement plans, and 529 plans present some useful options to investors. Here's a guide to the quirks of less aggressive investment accounts. |
Commercial Investment Real Estate
Nov/Dec 2006
Len Jarrott |
Considering CRTs Charitable remainder trusts are an exit option for commercial property owners. |
Registered Rep.
September 29, 2015
Kevin McKinley |
Five Tax-Smart Strategies For Turbulent Markets Here are five steps your clients can take to boost their net returns by reducing their income taxes and capital gains taxes. |
Registered Rep.
May 21, 2015
Kevin McKinley |
Six Questions to Ask Before Rolling Over a Retirement Account Casually and carelessly moving all of the money from a client's 401(k) or 403(b) to a self-directed IRA can mean lost opportunities, higher taxes, and unnecessary costs to the client. |
Investment Advisor
September 2007
Gavin Morrissey |
After the Estate Plan . . . Your job is just beginning after a client's estate plan is drawn up. As the client's financial advisor, it is up to you to ensure that the estate plan is implemented correctly. |
The Motley Fool
April 13, 2006
Robert Brokamp |
Dueling Fools: IRA Bear What's the real cost of that tax-deferral? More than you think. Yes, IRAs rule. But for every rule, there are exceptions. And there are times when contributing to an IRA may not be the best arrangement. |
Commercial Investment Real Estate
Nov/Dec 2006
Joseph O. Luby |
Trust-Worthy Tips Charitable gifts can be a tax-wise alternative for commercial real estate investors. |
Registered Rep.
July 1, 2004
Susan L. Hirshman |
Rollover Advisor Man In some cases, better even than an IRA is a managed account, which lets clients benefit from a variety of special features not commonly available in 401(k) plans or traditional IRA rollover accounts. |
Registered Rep.
August 1, 2005
Daniels, Leibell & Prince |
Beyond Baseball Cards Collectibles such as art, antiques, jewelry, stamps, coins and automobiles can constitute a significant portion of the estate of a wealthy individual. Often -- and unfortunately -- advisors fail to focus adequate attention on planning for these important assets. |
Financial Advisor
September 2006
Beck & Leibell |
Life Insurance For Charitable Gifting The use of life insurance to make charitable gifts can be an effective and cost-efficient means of fulfilling charitable intentions without making a sizable donation while alive. |
Commercial Investment Real Estate
Mar/Apr 2013
Mary Stark Hood |
Real Estate Gifting Realized: Bargain Sales Commercial real estate professionals and their clients should consider all options when discussing the charitable donation of real property. Real Estate Gifting Realized, a program launched by the CCIM Foundation, facilitates the donation of real estate to charitable organizations. |
Registered Rep.
February 20, 2013
Kevin McKinley |
Clocking Out: Tax Planning for Clients Near Retirement You have a narrow window to make tax-cutting moves for those on the cusp of retirement. |
The Motley Fool
June 13, 2006
Dan Caplinger |
A Trust for All Seasons: Charitable Trusts These trusts can help you donate to worthy causes -- and save on taxes. |
On Wall Street
July 1, 2010
Martin Shenkman |
Giving Even When It Hurts Tax laws are rapidly changing, the estate tax remains undecided and the economy is still a bit on the wild side. What issues and technique should advisors be considering with clients during these trying times? |
The Motley Fool
December 22, 2006
Roy Lewis |
Cut Your 2006 Taxes With the clock quickly winding down to Dec. 31, you'll want to act quickly to reduce your tax bite. Here are some suggestions. |
The Motley Fool
January 20, 2005
Robert Brokamp |
Get an Instant 80% Return! Can't save enough for retirement? Maybe an immediate jolt to your net worth will help. |
The Motley Fool
November 30, 2006
Buz Livingston |
Charity Begins at Home Here is an overview of the different ways you can give your money away. Cash... Charitable IRA Rollover... Donor-advised funds... etc. |
Financial Planning
November 1, 2006
Ed Slott |
Stretching Benefits The new Pension Protection Act contains the most sweeping changes to U.S. pension rules in more than 30 years. Buried in the 900-plus pages of this tax act are several gems that create new retirement planning opportunities for your financial advisory clients. |
The Motley Fool
November 10, 2006
Roy Lewis |
Plan Before It's Too Late! Year-end tax-planning tips for 2006. |
Registered Rep.
April 1, 2008
Kevin McKinley |
Giving And Saving With CLTs Here's how high-net-worth clients can use charitable trusts to pass more money to charities now, and cherished family members later -- with much less going to Uncle Sam. |
Investment Advisor
October 2008
Mark Quam |
Anchor or Asset? How a pooled income fund strategy can help grow your business. |
The Motley Fool
August 26, 2011
Chuck Saletta |
How to Make the Biggest Investment of Your Life Saving for retirement takes a lifetime but has huge payoffs. |
Registered Rep.
February 1, 2006
Janet Arrowood |
The Four Win Strategy A growing number of Americans are saving more money than they're likely to spend in their lifetimes. For advisors, it's a good time to talk to such clients about endowing a college scholarship, getting their name on a hospital wing, or leaving any other kind of legacy behind. |
Financial Planning
November 1, 2006
Donald Jay Korn |
Happy Endings Financial advisors, this year new laws provide potential payoffs, as well as pitfalls, for December tax planning. Charitable Strategies... Gift-Tax Exclusions... Retirement Planning... |
Financial Advisor
October 2006
Eric L. Reiner |
Year-End Tax Planning, Take 2006 Advisors Put Charitable Strategies at the Head of This Year's Checklist... Look For Losses, And Tax-Cheap Gains... Retirement Account Strategies... Look Ahead... |
Commercial Investment Real Estate
Nov/Dec 2012
Mary Stark Hood |
Real Estate Gifting Realized Real Estate Gifting Realized, the new program launched by the Education Foundation of the CCIM Institute, facilitates the donation of real estate to charitable organizations. |
The Motley Fool
April 19, 2005
Dayana Yochim |
Retirement Account Overload Roth or regular IRA? 401(k) or annuity? Where's the best place to park your investments? |
The Motley Fool
June 13, 2007
Robert Brokamp |
Protect Your Retirement From Uncle Sam You'll retire sooner -- and better -- the more you keep Uncle Sam at bay. |
Commercial Investment Real Estate
Nov/Dec 2014
Mary Stark-Hood |
Donation of Stock to Charitable Organizations As the year-end approaches, many individuals are making decisions on final charitable contributions. |
The Motley Fool
July 22, 2004
Robert Brokamp |
The Cost of Not Saving for Retirement You are paying today for every dollar you don't put into your 401(k). The tax savings on your contribution is reason enough to save. There are plenty of other incentives, too, including one that might be worth even more. |
The Motley Fool
December 22, 2009
Dan Caplinger |
The Easiest Way to Double Your Money Your employer may make your charitable donations go further. |
Commercial Investment Real Estate
Sep/Oct 2013
Mary Stark Hood |
Real Estate Gifting Realized: Retained Life Estates A retained life interest, or retained life estate as it is commonly called, allows a donor to claim a charitable deduction at the present time for the gift of the remainder value of real property donated to charity. |
The Motley Fool
March 3, 2005
Robert Brokamp |
Don't Max Out Your 401(k): Redux Maybe stuffing your employer-sponsored retirement plan isn't your best bet. |
The Motley Fool
December 7, 2006
Mary Dalrymple |
Give It All Away Some alternative ways to bestow your riches on a deserving charity. |
Financial Planning
January 1, 2007
Ed Slott |
Retirement Plan Horror Stories The laws on IRAs and retirement accounts are complex, and even the savviest clients can make costly missteps. If you educate yourself, you can save your clients time and money -- and earn their gratitude and business. |
The Motley Fool
March 30, 2010
Robert Brokamp |
Turn $10,000 Into $15,440 Instantly Don't miss out on the easy money in retirement vehicles. |
Investment Advisor
November 2005
Robert F. Keane |
Good to Give While giving may come from the heart, it's the advisor's job to see that his clients also do it with their heads. |
The Motley Fool
January 16, 2009
Dan Caplinger |
The No-Cost Way to Fix Flawed 401(k)s We've already got a perfectly good alternative. |
Investment Advisor
June 2010
Marlene Y. Satter |
Insurance Update: Easy Monthly Payments (for Retirement) Nationwide's suggestions for retirement income: annuities in 401(k) plans. |
The Motley Fool
May 23, 2005
Roy Lewis |
Job Changes and Your 401(k) What should you do with your retirement savings when you leave your old employer? |
