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Recent Updates
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October 17, 2024
9 Considerations for 2024 Year-End Tax Planning
Now is a great time to focus on year-end tax planning. This article covers helpful strategies to minimize your tax burden and maximize your savings now and in 2025.
October 01, 2024
Estate Planning for Procrastinators
While you cannot predict serious illness or accidents, for your peace of mind now and your family's financial future, be prepared in advance with proper estate planning.
September 11, 2024
The Washington Update
Year-End Planning & Election Update with Jeff Bush.
Join our exclusive virtual seminar!
Political and financial correspondent Jeff Bush of The Washington Update will provide a nonpartisan analysis of what’s going on in Washington, the potential implications of the presidential election, and planning strategies that can help you keep your financial goals on track.
Only those who register and attend can access the post-event recording, so don’t miss out!
Research & Insights
Access our latest research and insights covering market news, financial planning topics, and more.
October Investment Perspectives
We take a closer look at economic activity in China, the potential changes to tax exemptions and what that might mean for munis, and how earnings expectations drive stock prices.
Status and Investment Implications of Infrastructure, Clean Energy, and Semiconductor Spending Acts
In this special report, our Investment Strategy Groups discusses the investment impacts of recent major government spending initiatives.
Here’s What You Can Do to Prevent Check Fraud
Instances of check fraud are on the rise in the U.S. Here are some best practices to help you avoid becoming a victim.
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