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Fiduciaries, Broker-Dealers, and Regulation BI

February 24, 2021 | By Katharine George, CFP®, AEP®

Your relationship with your financial advisor should be grounded in trust, competence, and mutual interest. As an investor, your expectations are that your wealth management firm offers the sort of guidance that delivers you the best possible outcome—even if that outcome means they receive fewer commissions or fees.

5 Things Investors Transitioning Into Retirement Cannot Afford to Overlook

November 18, 2020 | By Matthew Gordon, CFP®, RLP®

As you plan for retirement, it’s important to take time to consider the lifestyle you want and the financial resources you’ll need to support it. This Insight will cover the following 5 strategies for transitioning into this significant life stage, and ensuring it provides you and your loved ones the relaxation and fulfillment you deserve.

10 Keys to Staying Financially Level-Headed in 2020

November 12, 2020 | By Michael Goodman, CPA/PFS, CFP®

Last month, we were joined by our friend and guest, CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger, for a webinar focused on your questions about the pandemic and what it means for your financial plans going forward. We covered everything from financial news and the stock market to college tuition and the upcoming presidential election. If you missed the webinar, here are 10 takeaways: 

4 Tips for Estate Planning in Uncertain Times

October 30, 2020 | By Brant Cavagnaro, CFA®, CFP®

Are you fearful about your finances during this time? COVID-19 and other current events have created financial uncertainty. While you might focus mainly on your investment portfolio, don’t forget about estate planning 101 tools like trusts, wills, power of attorneys (POAs), and advance directives.

What the SECURE Act Means For Your Retirement

October 21, 2020 | By Tracy Shar, CPA, CFP®

In December 2019, Congress passed the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act (the SECURE Act). The COVID-19 pandemic has brought our attention to many other pressing issues that affect our lives including more recent legislation called the CARES Act. 

Social Security Retirement Benefits: How and When Should You File?

September 16, 2020 | By Eric Siss, CFP® and Matt Gordon, CFP®, RLP®

The decision on when to file for retirement benefits warrants careful consideration.
According to SSA.gov, the maximum monthly Social Security retirement benefit that an individual can receive per month in 2020 is $3,790 for someone who files at age 70. For someone at full retirement age, the maximum amount is $3,011, and for someone aged 62, the maximum amount is $2,265. 

Wealthstream Advisors Named to 2020 Financial Times 300 Top Registered Investment Advisers

August 4, 2020 | By Wealthstream Advisors Press

Press Release:  From Wealthstream Advisors

Wealthstream Advisors, an independent boutique wealth management firm built on meaningful relationships with a select group of clients, announced today it has been named to the 2020 edition of the Financial Times 300 Top Registered Investment Advisers. The list recognizes top independent RIA firms from across the U.S. 

Tax-Efficient Charitable Giving with QCDs

July 31, 2020 | By Joe Orff

Are you concerned about required minimum distributions (RMDs) bumping you into a higher tax bracket? If you’re among the charitably inclined, your donations could offset an RMD’s increase to your taxable income. 

Tips for Nurturing Parent-Child Relationships and Building Resilience

July 30, 2020 | By Michael Kimmel, CFP®

If you’re a parent of young children during this difficult period of quarantine, by now you’re all too familiar with the added challenges of parenting while navigating through this defining moment in history.

Charitable Remainder Trust Case Studies

July 30, 2020 | By Joe Orff

A Charitable Remainder Trust (CRT) is an irrevocable trust that provides income to beneficiaries until a specified time, after which the remainder of the assets in the trust are donated to a charity. Utilizing a Charitable Remainder Trust is a gifting strategy that has tax benefits and can accomplish both charitable and estate planning goals.