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6 Tips for Tax-Free Gifting

6 Tips for Tax-Free Gifting

April 4, 2023
The annual gift tax exclusion is a win-win for taxpayers, allowing you to share your wealth during your lifetime...
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Estate and Gift Tax Quick Facts

Estate and Gift Tax Quick Facts

April 2, 2023
Take advantage of the current lifetime gift and estate planning tax exemption before it sunsets at the end of...
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5 Common Tax Questions

5 Common Tax Questions

March 15, 2023
Q: Does it make sense for me to itemize deductions on my taxes? A:  It depends. If your...
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Noncash Charitable Donations

Noncash Charitable Donations

January 3, 2023
Many investors will seek to offset potential tax liabilities by maximizing charitable donations. Making noncash charitable contributions can be...
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What Are the Implications of a Loan Versus a Financial Gift to a Family Member

What Are the Implications of a Loan Versus a Financial Gift to a Family Member

December 30, 2022
Q: What is the difference between a gift and an intrafamily loan? A: The IRS defines an intrafamily...
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Year-end Planning: 5 Strategies to Maximize Savings While Reducing Your Taxable Income

Year-end Planning: 5 Strategies to Maximize Savings While Reducing Your Taxable Income

December 1, 2022
As the year wraps up, you’ve most likely met with your wealth advisor about tax-advantaged moves to make by...
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5 Benefits of a Health Savings Account

5 Benefits of a Health Savings Account

November 10, 2022
In this week’s episode of Your Life Simplified, Mike MacKelvie , wealth advisor, and special guest Kevin Ahern, human...
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End of Year Tax Checklist

End of Year Tax Checklist

September 29, 2022
In this episode of Your Life Simplified, Valerie Escobar , senior wealth advisor, and Michael MacKelvie , wealth advisor,...
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Tax-Loss Harvesting

Tax-Loss Harvesting

September 15, 2022
In this episode of Your Life Simplified, Valerie Escobar , senior wealth advisor, and Michael MacKelvie , wealth advisor,...
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Tax Planning During Market Corrections

Tax Planning During Market Corrections

September 3, 2022
Economic downturns and market corrections can provide opportunities for investors. Though it may be painful to watch your account...
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Discover the Tax Advantages of “Superfunding” a 529 Plan

Discover the Tax Advantages of “Superfunding” a 529 Plan

August 1, 2022
A 529 plan offers tax and estate planning advantages for those funding the cost of higher education for a...
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5 Tax Strategies to Help Save Money

5 Tax Strategies to Help Save Money

May 26, 2022
In this week’s podcast episode, Valorie Escobar , senior wealth advisor, and Mike MacKelvie , wealth advisor, walk through...
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