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.
Your Kids Can’t Convert Your IRA to a Roth | Ep #54
In this episode, we focus on this crucial aspect of estate planning: converting your IRA to a Roth IRA before passing it to your children.
Financial Market Quarterly Commentary | September 2024
Stocks continued their recent rally in September, with all three major U.S. indices up for the month and quarter. The S&P 500 gained 2.14 percent in September and 5.89 percent for the quarter, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 1.96 percent during the month and 8.72 percent for the quarter.
The Updated 10-Year IRA Rule for Beneficiaries | Ep #53
Bruce and Alex Koury discuss the updated 10-year IRA rule for beneficiaries, finalized by the IRS on July 18, 2024. Under the old Strech IRA rules, beneficiaries could stretch out Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) over their lifetimes, creating a favorable tax strategy for passing on wealth.
Securing Your Estate: What To Do Now with Jon Linford – Part 2 | Ep #52
In part two, with estate attorney Jon Linford, we discuss crucial estate planning considerations as we approach the 2026 sunset of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.
Essential Estate Planning: Navigating Trusts, Taxes, and Digital Assets with Jon Linford – Part 1 | Ep #51
In part 1 of our Estate Planning Podcast Episodes, I welcome Jon Linford, a seasoned estate planning attorney from Morris Hall. We delve into the complexities and critical considerations of estate planning, a topic of utmost importance for anyone concerned about their financial future.
2024 Mid-Year Review Part 2 | Ep #50
In this episode of “Protecting and Preserving Wealth,” we continue our discussion from our previous episode, starting with interest rates and the Federal Reserve’s actions. Bruce notes that the 10-year treasury rate has risen to 4.44%, highlighting the market’s control over this rate rather than the Federal Reserve.