Financial Planning

Can We Deduct Mortgage Interest on a Second Home?

Can We Deduct Mortgage Interest on a Second Home?

Mortgage interest isn't deductible itself but instead contributes to passive activity losses. If you want to maximize the tax efficiency of real estate investment holdings, equities in a business entity are more efficient.

Should My Asset Allocation Change As I Get Older?

Should My Asset Allocation Change As I Get Older?

Regardless of your age, asset allocation should be based on when the funds will be needed. Funds that will need to be accessed within two years should reside in assets such as cash or short-term debt securities such as treasury bills or notes.

Sequence of Returns Risk

Sequence of Returns Risk

How market volatility and withdrawal timing impact retirement income. This video can help you be seen as an authority on retirement income strategies and educate clients on sequence of returns risk.


How You Can Reduce Your RMD

How You Can Reduce Your RMD

When you contribute to a traditional IRA you make a deal with Uncle Sam. You can get a tax deduction and tax deferral on any earnings in your IRA. However, eventually the government is going to want its share and will require funds to come out of these accounts.