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What Should You be Considering if the Tax Cut and Jobs Act Expires?
If the Tax Cut and Jobs Act were to expire, many people would experience some level of tax increase, at least federally. Since the fate...

Derick Coffey
Apr 2, 20241 min read
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Tax Cut and Jobs Act Expiration 2025
For the past six years we have all enjoyed the tax breaks we received from the Tax Cut and Jobs Act. Tucked into that Act was the...

Derick Coffey
Apr 2, 20241 min read
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Will You Receive a Step-Up in Cost Basis on Property You Inherit?
Step-up in cost basis is the easiest way to pass wealth to the next generation. Use this flowchart to determine your eligibility.

Derick Coffey
Jan 1, 20241 min read
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What to Consider During a Recession or Market Correction
Although recessions can be scary, they offer great opportunities to improve your situation. Use the checklist for things to consider.

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Jan 1, 20241 min read
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Should You Contribute to a Roth IRA or Traditional IRA?
The right account for you depends on your situation. This flowchart can help you understand what may be the best course of action.

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Jan 1, 20241 min read
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What Accounts Should You Consider if You Want to Save More?
As you save, make sure you do so in the most beneficial manner. This checklist can help you make those decisions.

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Jan 1, 20241 min read
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Do You Need to Make Estimated Federal Income Tax Payments?
Missing your estimated tax payments can lead to penalties and interest. Do not waste the money you are working so hard for.

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Jan 1, 20241 min read
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What to Consider When Starting Out Financially
Starting your financial journey on the right foot sets you up for long-term success. Use this checklist to get you going.

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Jan 1, 20241 min read
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What Should You Consider when Reviewing Your Required Minimum Distributions?
Understanding your RMD ensures you take it on time, but also helps with tax planning in your retirement.

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Jan 1, 20241 min read
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Things You Should Consider when Selling Your Home
Selling a home can be a stressful process. Get a realtor that you can trust to guide you through the sales process.

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Jan 1, 20241 min read
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What Issues Should You Consider if You Experience a Sudden Wealth Event?
Sudden wealth typically comes from an inheritance. Regardless of its size, you should work through this checklist before investing.

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Jan 1, 20241 min read
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Where Should Your Next Dollar Go?
Do not save money blindly. This flowchart can help you save money in a way that is most beneficial to you now, and in the future.

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Jan 1, 20241 min read
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Will a Distribution from Your Traditional IRA be Penalty Free?
Before taking money from your IRA, you should check for penalties. Use this flowchart as a guide to prepare yourself for potential penatlies

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Jan 1, 20241 min read
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Important Dates for 2025
There are important financial dates that occur throughout the year, that you do not want to miss. Use this list a resource to stay on track.

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Jan 1, 20241 min read
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Issues You Should Consider Regarding Changes Made by The Secure Act 2.0
The Secure Act 2.0 created more planning options for 2024 and 2025. Use this checklist as a guide to those changes and how you can benefit.

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Jan 1, 20241 min read
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Will a Distribution from Your HSA be Tax & Penalty Free?
Distributions from an HSA must meet certain requirements to be tax and penalty-free. This flowchart can help you understand those conditions

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Jan 1, 20241 min read
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Are You Eligible for a Qualified Business Income (QBI) Deduction?
QBI is great for reducing taxes, but you have to be eligible. Use this flowchart to help determine if you are.

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Jan 1, 20241 min read
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Can You Make a Deductible IRA Contribution?
If a traditional IRA is right for you, do not immediately assume that you can deduct your contribution. Use this flowchart first.

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Jan 1, 20241 min read
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Can You do a Qualified Charitable Distribution from Your IRA?
QCDs can be a powerful tax-planning tool. This flowchart can help determine if you are eligible.

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Jan 1, 20241 min read
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Will You Have to Pay Tax on the Sale of an Investment?
Selling any type of investment may result in a taxable event. This flowchart can help you understand situations that you may owe taxes.

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Jan 1, 20241 min read
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