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Protecting the Value of Cash Against Inflation With I Bonds

Protecting the Value of Cash Against Inflation With I Bonds

October 6, 2022
Series I savings bonds are 30-year bonds issued by the U.S. government designed to keep up with inflation. The...
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Retirement Plan Rollover

Retirement Plan Rollover

October 6, 2022
In this episode of Your Life Simplified, Valerie Escobar , senior wealth advisor, and Michael MacKelvie , wealth advisor,...
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“Canary in a Coal Mine”: FedEx Signals Recession Ahead

“Canary in a Coal Mine”: FedEx Signals Recession Ahead

October 5, 2022
The Bridge of Sighs (picture below) is an enclosed bridge located in Venice, Italy, which was built in 1603....
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September Was Ugly. Will Q4 Bring Positive Returns and a Post-Midterm Election Rally?

September Was Ugly. Will Q4 Bring Positive Returns and a Post-Midterm Election Rally?

October 4, 2022
“September stands alone as the only month in which the market falls more frequently than it rises.” — Sam...
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Could Your Lifetime Social Security Benefit Exceed $1.5 Million?

Could Your Lifetime Social Security Benefit Exceed $1.5 Million?

October 3, 2022
While Social Security may seem like an afterthought compared to other retirement income sources, the benefit could exceed $1.5...
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Estate and Gift Tax Quick Facts

Estate and Gift Tax Quick Facts

October 2, 2022
Take advantage of the current lifetime gift and estate planning tax exemption before it sunsets at the end of...
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Plan Ahead: Know the 7 Medical Costs Medicare Doesn’t Cover

Plan Ahead: Know the 7 Medical Costs Medicare Doesn’t Cover

October 2, 2022
As you approach age 65, you may be looking forward to having Medicare benefits. To plan ahead prior to...
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Cybersecurity: 10 Tips To Protect Yourself And Your Personal Data

Cybersecurity: 10 Tips To Protect Yourself And Your Personal Data

October 1, 2022
As major companies continue to experience system compromises that result in the theft of personal data, it is more...
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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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Pension Planning

Pension Planning

September 22, 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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Long-Term Capital Gains Tax Strategies

Long-Term Capital Gains Tax Strategies

September 12, 2022
When you meet with your advisor and tax professional to review your wealth plan, consider discussing whether to put...
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