April 11, 2024
Window of Opportunity: Leveraging the Estate and Gift Tax Exemption
Consider the planning strategies outlined in this article to take advantage of the current estate and gift tax exemption before its sunset at the end of 2025.
March 25, 2024
Maximize Long-Term Care Benefits Using an Existing Annuity
An often-overlooked provision of the Pension Protection Act allows you to gain valuable tax benefits by replacing an unneeded annuity with one that offers long-term care coverage. Several benefits can include:
- Tax-deferred growth
- New features/better rates
- Legacy planning
Learn more about annuity exchanges and if this solution would fit your situation:
March 24, 2024
Which Type of Special Needs Trust Is Right for You?
A special needs trust is a popular strategy to assist someone in need without risking their eligibility for other programs. Read more about the two types of special needs trusts:
March 23, 2024
Spring Rain Delay
Federal Reserve policymakers held interest rates unchanged at their recent meeting and have ruled out the necessity of further tightening barring any tail risk to inflation. Read more from our Investment Strategy Group and expectations for the market.
March 22, 2024
Window of Opportunity: Leveraging the Estate and Gift Tax Exemption
The estate and gift tax exemption limit is currently at a historic high but due to “sunset” on December 31, 2025. Read more about some strategies and considerations to take advantage of this unique opportunity.
March 02, 2024
Using Life Insurance as a Retirement Planning Tool
If you’ve maximized your traditional retirement contributions but want to save more for retirement, cash value life insurance can offer both financial security and a tax-deferred way to accumulate additional funds. Read more and learn if this strategy could be right for you.
March 01, 2024
Consider a Backdoor Roth if You Make Too Much to Contribute to a Roth IRA
If your income is too high for a Roth IRA, consider this backdoor strategy, which allows you to convert from a traditional IRA to a Roth—despite IRS-imposed income limits.
February 28, 2024
A Family Conversation on Estate Planning
Involving family members in your estate planning can help avoid surprises, lead to better financial planning, and help develop a long-lasting family legacy. Read more on how to get started:
February 27, 2024
Tax Deferral Strategies for Employer Stock in a Qualified Retirement Plan
If you participate in a 401(k), or other qualified retirement plan that lets you invest in your employer’s stock, consider the tax deferral opportunities of net unrealized appreciation (NUA). Learn more:
February 26, 2024
Simple steps to prepare for tax filing
When it’s time to complete your tax forms, review this checklist with steps to help ensure a stress-free tax filing experience and also to help maximize your tax planning.
February 01, 2024
Tax Information & Forms
Be sure to check out our 2023 Client Tax Resources for updated mailing schedules, resources, and tax forms as you prepare for upcoming tax deadlines.
January 08, 2024
Cash Balance Plans: An Overview
Should your business consider offering a cash balance retirement plan? In this one pager, learn about the potential for accelerated retirement savings and significant tax benefits.
January 06, 2024
Outlook 2024
In its Outlook 2024 report, our Investment Strategy Group outlines their expectations for the economy, equity and fixed income markets, and interest rates for the year ahead. Read more.
January 05, 2024
Lower Inflation and Healthy Consumer Spending Supports the Rally
Our Investment Strategy Group discusses the latest market and economic news in its weekly update. Read more.
January 03, 2024
Outlook 2024
Outlook 2024 offers the Janney Investment Strategy Group’s baseline forecasts for the economy and equity and fixed income markets in the coming year.
December 12, 2023
Tax-Smart Charitable Gifting Strategies
Did you know you can save on taxes while supporting your favorite charities and causes? Learn more about several tax-smart strategies when giving charitable gifts.
December 11, 2023
Inflation Indicators and Stock Market Internals Remain Encouraging
In this article, our Investment Strategy Group provides an overview of the latest market and economic news.
December 05, 2023
9 Considerations for 2023 Year-End Tax Planning
As the year draws to a close, it's important to consider tax planning strategies to minimize your tax burden and maximize your savings. Here are a few key considerations:
- Explore Roth conversions to take advantage of lower tax rates.
- Take your required minimum distributions (RMDs) from retirement accounts.
- Consider charitable giving to avoid capital gains tax and claim a tax deduction.
- Make qualified charitable distributions (QCDs) directly from your IRA to a qualifying charity.
- Keep tabs on proposed tax legislation and update your estate plan accordingly.
Read this article for additional strategies to consider before the beginning of 2024.