The Economy And The Stock Market Are Always Changing
The Economy And The Stock Market Are Always Changing We’ve been in a remarkable investment environment for the last 10 years. From the depths of the stock market lows in early 2009, the S&P 500 has increased over 400%. But what’s interesting is that the same types of companies have been leading the charge…
Read More[Video] Charitable Contribution Grouping
STEPHEN SMALENBERGER, EA® There is a lot that goes into tax planning. With the recent changes in the tax law and environments, charitable contribution is one area that has seen a lot of change. With the standard deduction doubling year over year, the benefit of charitable deductions has decreased. Charitable Contribution Decline So we are…
Read More[Video] Income Affects Medicare
MICHELLE SMALENBERGER, CFP® As you near age 65 it’s very common you may be thinking about retiring. And something that comes with that is your health insurance because it was provided, usually by your employer. And now you are thinking, “How am I going to pay for health, health costs, and health insurance?” This is…
Read More[Video] Don’t Let Tax Reform Changes Surprise You. Plan Now!
STEPHEN SMALENBERGER, EA® Tax Reform changes have been in the news lately. You’ve probably heard or read about it. Let’s discuss how these changes impact you. Understanding how things have changed will allow you to talk with your accountant now as they’re preparing your 2019 return, to make any changes for how your 2020 return…
Read MoreWhat A Difference A Year Makes
What A Difference A Year Makes! Investing is always a challenge. But investors have endured two radically different investment environments the last two financial years. These almost-comical headlines from CNBC – by the same author, no less – perfectly capture the 2018 and 2019 investment financial years. Here’s what’s interesting. In…
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