Should I Take the Standard Tax Deduction or Itemize?

Tax: Standard Or Itemized?

It’s a question many taxpayers ask themselves each year: Should I itemize my deductions, or should I take the standard? Of course, every situation is different, but we can provide guidance on the factors that contribute to this decision.

Explaining 6 Important Estate Planning Basics

Important Estate Planning Basics

You’ve worked hard to build your wealth but as the old saying goes, “You can’t take it with you.”

What do you want your wealth and assets to do after you’re gone? This is the question you answer through the estate planning process — a critical component to everyone’s financial and retirement planning.

Avoid These 7 Common Estate Planning Mistakes

How To Avoid 7 Estate Planning Mistakes

Estate planning is a critical component of a comprehensive financial plan. Anyone can easily misunderstand its complexities and nuances, leading to costly mistakes if not done the right way. Let’s explore seven common mistakes people often make with estate planning and how you can avoid them.

How Property Owners Can Limit Taxes with a 1031 Exchange

Limit Taxes With A 1031 Exchange

Our team at Hosler Wealth Management focuses on limiting the amount of taxes our clients pay as they approach and enter retirement. One tax-saving tool is the 1031 exchange. Let’s look closer at what it is and how it can help you limit your tax liability.

Explaining the Benefits of Asset-Based Long-Term Care

Benefits Of Asset-Based Long-Term Care

There’s a *70% chance that married couples over age 65 will have one of the spouses requiring long-term care.
In-home, hospice, nursing home, and other related long-term care are costly and can quickly drain a family’s wealth.

What We Mean When We Talk About a Tax-Free Retirement

Tax Free Retirement

We’re passionate about building a tax-free future for our clients.

Yes, tax free.

Most people like the sound of “tax free,” but what do we mean when we talk about creating a tax-free retirement? And how do we work to make that happen?