Beneficiary Designations (cont.) – Estate & Legacy Planning, Part 2 of 6 | Ep #63
Did you know that beneficiary forms override wills and trusts for many financial accounts? In this episode of Protecting and Preserving Wealth, we dive into why updating your beneficiary designations is essential for estate planning success.
Beneficiary Designations – Estate and Legacy Planning – Part 2 of 6 | Ep #62
In the second installment of our estate and legacy planning series, we highlight the critical role of beneficiary designations in securing and managing wealth.
Estate Planning Documents – Estate & Legacy Planning Part 1 of 6 | Ep #61
In this episode, we’re kicking off our six-part series on estate and legacy planning. We dive into the critical steps of preparing for the Great Wealth Transfer—an estimated $84 trillion passing to the next generation by 2045.
Mitigating Taxes In a Concentrated Stock Position | Ep #60
We dive into managing the challenges posed by concentrated stock positions. When individuals hold significant investments in a single stock, such as Apple, Nvidia, or Tesla, they may face considerable capital gains taxes and financial risk.
Financial Market Quarterly Commentary | December 2024
December was a mixed month for markets, as investors pulled back from most U.S. stocks due to concerns over rising interest rates and economic uncertainty.
What To Expect From Trump’s Second Term – Part 2 | Ep #59
In Part 2, of What To Expect From Trump’s Second Term, we take an in-depth look at the potential economic consequences of a Trump administration, honing in on key areas such as interest rates, tax policy, government efficiency, and immigration.
What To Expect From Trump’s Second Term – Part 1 | Ep #58
In this episode, we discuss the economic implications of Donald Trump’s second presidential term, focusing on markets, regulation, energy, and inflation.
IRA Changes with SECURE Act 2.0 | Ep #57
Bruce and Alex Koury dive into the changes introduced by the SECURE Act 2.0, which has made significant modifications to IRA and trust regulations.
Donor-Advised Funds 2024 | Ep #56
Bruce and Jason Hosler discuss donor-advised funds (DAFs). With the end of 2024 approaching, DAFs are a timely and powerful tool for the charitably inclined, particularly those looking to manage tax liabilities while contributing to causes they care about.
2025 Medicare Changes | Ep #55
Bruce and Alex Koury discuss the upcoming changes to Medicare for 2025, focusing on critical issues that affect both current Medicare recipients and those who have yet to claim it.