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October 06, 2025

Keep More of What You Earn: Building a Tax-Smart Portfolio
By making tax-smart decisions about what you invest in and where you hold it, you can keep more of your money working for you. Here’s how to build a tax-smart portfolio.
September 26, 2025

Year-End Planning: Tax and Estate
As the end of 2025 approaches, there’s a lot to consider when it comes to estate and tax planning—particularly for clients with more complex wealth.
In this exclusive webinar, Janney will explore changes under the new tax rules of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), including:
Permanent changes to income and estate tax provisions
New and expanded tax deductions
Planning opportunities when addressing your taxes
We’ll break down the new tax landscape and planning strategies for your long-term financial goals. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain expert insight into the impact of the tax rules and how they affect you. Register today!
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Market Update - Smith Wealth Advisory Group
Market Update - Smith Wealth Advisory Group

2020 Year-end Reflections from Kevin Smith
2020 Year-end Reflections

The Ugliness of the Storm Determines the Beauty of the Rainbow
At the time of my last correspondence the number of Coronavirus cases and related deaths were accelerating, financial markets were reeling, and the outlook on both fronts appeared grim. The S & P 500 had declined 35% from its February 19th peak, and credit markets were facing similar stress given the implications of widespread business and economic shutdowns. We were very much in the “heart of the storm.” My message to you then was simple: “Believe in America.”