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September 23, 2025

Inflation, Rising Costs, and Your SLAT: What Families Should Know

“We set up our estate plan years ago when exemption amounts were high. Now, with inflation and higher living costs, we’re starting to feel pressure on our lifestyle budget. Can […]

September 16, 2025

When a Will Isn’t Enough: Trusts for Wealthy Families

One of the common things I hear from families goes something like this:“When my parents passed, it was a mess. We don’t want our kids to go through the same […]

September 11, 2025

Deferred Comp Payouts: Lump Sum or Spread It Out?

My company offers a deferred compensation plan where I can choose distribution at retirement or spread payments out over five, 10, or even 15 years. I’m worried about locking myself […]

September 3, 2025

Direct Indexing: Tax-Smart Innovation or Overhyped Headache?

Listener Question:“A friend suggested direct indexing could give me an edge on tax loss harvesting, especially since I already donate appreciated stock to our donor advised fund. Is it worth […]

August 28, 2025

NUA Strategy in Retirement: Smart Tax Move or Risky Concentration?

“I’m retiring next year and have $3 million in my 401(k), including $800,000 in company stock with a cost basis of about $250,000. I’ve been reading about NUA strategies. Could […]

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