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Real Estate Investing: Smart Strategies for Managing Risk and Maximizing Value

To the untrained eye, investing in real estate may seem like a simple, hands-off way to build wealth. Read more…

Why High-Income Donors Should Accelerate Charitable Giving Before Year-End 2025

The recent passing of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) means several new limitations on itemized charitable deductions are around the corner in 2026. Read more…

Paying for College the Right Way: FAFSA Tips and Financial Planning Strategies for Affluent Families

It’s a story countless families know too well. You’ve been diligently saving for years, balancing college contributions with retirement goals, and feeling confident that you’ve done everything right to confidently fund your child’s college education without upsetting the fruit basket too much. Read more…

Why You Should Still Max Out Your 401(k) First

High-net-worth investors often have no shortage of opportunities to grow wealth. Between index funds, mutual funds, private equity, and alternative strategies, it’s easy to view a traditional retirement plan like a 401(k) as too basic—or too limiting. Read more…

Using Charitable Remainder Trusts (CRTs) to Reduce Taxes and Create Lifetime Income

All too often, individuals with highly appreciated assets—stock, real estate, or a business interest—struggle to find a tax-efficient way to unlock their value. Selling outright can trigger a significant capital gains tax bill, and that can feel like a frustrating tradeoff. Read more…

Donating Appreciated Securities: A Smart Strategy for Tax-Efficient Giving

When it comes to charitable giving, even high-net-worth individuals may believe you can't be generous and make a big impact while maximizing tax opportunities, but with savvy financial planning, you may not have to choose. Read more…

New Contribution Limits for Retirement Plans, Health & Dependent Savings Accounts, and Estate & Gift Tax for 2026

With a new year comes many new changes—setting up a fresh calendar, refining your financial goals, and adjusting to new IRS contribution and gifting limits. Read more…

Maximizing Your Employer-Sponsored Retirement Plan: How to Optimize Tax Advantages, Matches, and Investment Growth

Landing a new job or reaching eligibility for your company’s retirement plan is a milestone worth celebrating. But once you’re in, the bigger question emerges: How do you make the most of this benefit to build long-term wealth and secure your financial future? Read more…

Self-Employed? Here's How to Build a Tax-Advantaged Retirement Plan That Works for You

Running your own business comes with freedom, flexibility, and unlimited potential, but it also means you’re solely responsible for your financial future. Read more…

How to Transition to Retirement Successfully: A Complete Guide for High-Net-Worth Retirees

For many high-net-worth individuals, retirement is both a long-anticipated milestone and a major life transition. After decades of full-time work, career achievements, and steady accumulation of wealth, stepping into retirement means more than simply stopping work. Read more…

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