Wealth Planning Illuminated

The OBBBA and you

In this special edition of Wealth Planning Illuminated, Senior Wealth Strategists discuss the recently enacted legislation commonly referred to as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, or OBBBA. While this legislation covers a lot of different areas, this discussion focuses on some of the individual income tax provisions that may impact you and your families.

Demystifying new job paperwork

Starting a new job at any age or stage may leave you feeling overwhelmed by the new-hire paperwork and benefit selections offered by your employer. Understanding and properly completing employment-related tax and benefit elections can be a key factor to success on your financial journey.

Private foundations v. donor-advised funds

Both private foundations and donor-advised funds can be effective personal charitable vehicles. While they both allow for strategic giving and an opportunity to create a charitable legacy, they have important differences to consider when deciding which type of charitable vehicle may be right for you and your family.

Income taxation of trusts

A common question for a grantor or a beneficiary of a trust is: “How will income in my trust be taxed?” The answer to that question can be complex and dependent on many factors, but there are some general rules for the federal income taxation of trusts that may help answer this important question.

Inherited IRAs after SECURE

The SECURE Act and subsequent guidance from the IRS significantly changed how inherited individual retirement accounts (IRAs) must be withdrawn after the owner’s death. Understanding the key rules associated with inherited IRAs is important to anyone who is a beneficiary – or may become a beneficiary – of an inherited IRA.