How to Make Smart Investing and Tax Decisions at the Same Time

Most of us have a goal of retiring someday, so doesn't it make sense to consider strategies that minimize the taxability of your portfolio along the way? Here are a few ideas to think about when managing your portfolio in a tax-efficient manner.

2022-08-03T09:08:17-04:00April 7, 2022|Categories: Wealth Management|Tags: |

Not-for-Profit Investment Policy Statements: Why They Need Review

Every not-for-profit manages funds, but not every organization has an established and well-documented Investment Policy Statement. Learn how the investment committee can review the IPS and safeguard against unnecessary investment risk.

2023-03-17T16:41:51-04:00March 29, 2022|Categories: Not-for-Profit, Private Clubs, Wealth Management|Tags: |

New Rules for Inherited IRAs

For many years, beneficiaries of inherited IRAs were permitted to withdraw the balances over their life expectancies. Then, the SECURE Act largely eliminated this tax deferral opportunity. Its effective date of December 31, 2019 could be called “The Day the Stretch IRA Died”.

2022-03-28T15:00:17-04:00March 28, 2022|Categories: Tax: Individual|Tags: , , |

Accounting System Adequacy — Compliance 101 — Down to Basics!

The SF1408, Preaward Survey of Prospective Contractor (Accounting System) details some sixteen specific requirements a potential contractor must meet for their accounting system to be considered adequate. To make compliance more understandable and attainable, we've compiled the following five capabilities contractors should implement and document in written policies and procedures.

2022-03-22T13:55:20-04:00March 22, 2022|Categories: Accounting, Government Contracting|Tags: |

Take 3 Steps Now to Survive a DOL Cybersecurity Audit

Hacking and ransomware have the potential to create havoc for the assets and sensitive data housed in benefit plans across the country. As a result, in 2021, the DOL scaled up its interest in how administrators are addressing and responding to cybersecurity risks.

2024-01-25T09:52:31-05:00March 18, 2022|Categories: Cybersecurity, Employee Benefit Plans, Risk Advisory|Tags: , , |

High Inflation with Inventory? Consider a LIFO Election for the 2022 or even the 2021 Tax Year if You Received an Extension

When inflation is high, certain companies could use it as an opportunity to save on taxes. Electing LIFO for the 2021 tax year might be a smart move, but time is running out. It’s also not too early to begin evaluating LIFO calculations for 2022.

2022-03-20T10:29:35-04:00March 16, 2022|Categories: Accounting, Tax: Business|Tags: , , |

Impact of New Lease Accounting Standards for Government Contractors

Do you have a lease? If so, it is important to be aware of the new Lease Accounting Standards for Government Contractors. Lease accounting standards are changing and government contractors need to know how this will affect them.

2022-03-09T16:21:10-05:00March 9, 2022|Categories: Government Contracting|Tags: , |

3 Retirement Planning Decisions You Can Make in Your 20s

As a financial planner, people in their 20s often ask me, "what types of accounts should I be opening to save for retirement?" or, "how do I start investing?". Here are some ideas for those looking to get started.

2022-08-03T09:07:30-04:00March 3, 2022|Categories: Wealth Management|Tags: |
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