How a High-Earning Business Owner Saved $1.2 Million in Taxes Using IRA Strategies I want to share a story about one of my clients, John, a 50 year old successful entrepreneur. He owns a manufacturing company and has been building wealth aggressively. John came to me because he was frustrated with his tax [...]
Keeping More of Your Money in Retirement: Tax Strategies Made Simple Introduction: Strategies to Reduce Your Retirement Taxes Many retirees are unaware of the tax traps waiting for them in retirement. Why? Because they have never drawn Social Security, been on Medicare or taken withdrawals from their retirement accounts. But don't worry [...]
The Strategic Advantage: Using ESOPs for Business Succession Planning As a financial advisor with decades of experience in business transition planning, I often find that business owners face important questions about succession. Many want to know: "What's the best way to exit my business while protecting my financial future and maintaining my [...]
Understanding the SECURE Act 2.0: A Financial Advisor's Guide It is important to understand the SECURE Act 2.0 and how it can shape your retirement planning strategy. This significant legislation, signed into law on December 29, 2022, introduces many changes that can benefit your financial future. Let's break down the key components [...]
Smart Money Moves: Your Guide to Financial Optimization in 2025 I'm excited to share practical strategies to strengthen your financial foundation in today's economic landscape. Smart money management isn't about complex maneuvers—it's about the fundamentals and implementing proven strategies consistently. Let's explore nine key approaches that can dramatically improve your financial health [...]
Tax Loss Harvesting: A Financial Strategy Worth Your Attention I want to share how tax loss harvesting can improve your investment performance over time. This strategy might sound complex, but I'll break it down into practical terms that show its real value for your portfolio. What Is Tax Loss Harvesting? [...]
Net Unrealized Appreciation (NUA) in Retirement Planning: The Hidden Tax Strategy That Could Save You Thousands Introduction When it comes to tax-efficient retirement strategies, most investors focus on IRAs, Roth conversions, and capital gains tax planning. While these are important, there's one often-overlooked strategy that could save you tens of thousands—or even [...]
Introduction When it comes to real estate investing, tax strategies can be just as important as property selection. Depreciation is one of the most powerful tax advantages available to investors, yet many fail to leverage it fully. As a financial strategist with over 20 years of experience, I have helped clients save taxes [...]
Introduction Tax planning is more than just filing your returns correctly each year. It's about making financial decisions throughout the year that minimize your tax burden legally and sustainably. My name is Chris Wilbratte, and for the past 30 years, I've helped high-income professionals and business owners keep more of their hard-earned money [...]
Introduction When you know the right questions to ask a prospective financial advisor, you make informed decisions that save you time, effort, and money. The right questions allow you to choose an advisor who fits your specific needs while avoiding those who might not serve your best interests. I can be confusing to [...]
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