Roth IRA: Part of a major new tax-savings rule from the IRS

Roth IRA: Part of a major new tax-savings rule from the IRS

Roth IRA accounts are a big part of new guidance from the IRS on long-term retirement savings. A new rule allows for the after-tax portion of 401(k) plans to be separated from the pre-tax portion and moved into a Roth IRA, resulting in tax-free growth from then on for...
Five Ways to Maximize College Financial Aid

Five Ways to Maximize College Financial Aid

Some parents assume that if they position their assets creatively, they can strengthen their child’s chances of receiving financial aid. But in most cases, this isn’t financially smart or necessary. Some assets will matter, but not as much as you might assume; schools...
New IRS Adjustments to Retirement Plans for 2015

New IRS Adjustments to Retirement Plans for 2015

The Internal Revenue Service has just announced the cost-of-living adjustments and other dollar limitations for retirement plans that take effect January 1, 2015.Maximum Defined Contribution Plan Annual Addition$53,000 – increase of $1,000 from 2014.Effective...
Thinking about lending money to family and friends?

Thinking about lending money to family and friends?

I have had this conversation many times with clients and other friends or family members. Some don’t like to do business with family members. Others don’t want to say no, but are concerned about how to approach it. Whatever your hesitation or lack thereof...