What is down the road for tax reform?
A new tax reform package recently passed the House, but its future in the Senate is uncertain.
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Investors should consider umbrella coverage when crafting a financial plan
Investors may overlook a serious risk to their net worth — creditor risk — and as a result not carry excess coverage such as umbrella insurance.
Last chance to undo a Roth conversion
This October marks the last chance that investors can undo – or recharacterize – a 2017 Roth conversion.
Three top financial challenges facing Millennials
Millennials face different financial challenges than previous generations as they set goals for saving for retirement, paying debt, and buying a home.
Ten questions to ask your CPA about the new tax law
The new tax law could have a significant impact on how individuals and small businesses file income taxes and make tax planning decisions.
IRS proposes additional limits for small business tax deduction
While many small businesses are navigating the changes introduced by the TCJA, the IRS is proposing additional limits for the small business tax deduction.
Planning considerations for college-bound high school students and their parents
While college may seem a distant goal for a high school freshman, there are many things students and parents need to do during high school to prepare.
Understanding the paths to securing college financial aid
College financial aid plays a critical role for many families paying tuition and some colleges and universities require two types of aid applications.
A student’s health-care proxy can remove barriers for parents in case of an emergency
Parents may also want to prepare some documents such as a health-care proxy before their child leaves for college in case of an emergency or illness.