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!
September 03, 2024
Using Life Insurance as a Retirement Planning Tool
Cash value life insurance can offer you both financial security and a tax-deferred way to accumulate additional funds for retirement that can work similarly to a Roth IRA.
August 20, 2024
A Medicare Primer
What's Medicare? Do you need it? How and when do you enroll? Join our exclusive virtual presentation to learn how to navigate the Medicare process and to help you make informed decisions for your health coverage and finances. Featuring Tim O’Mara, Vice President with Nationwide’s Retirement Institute.
Sponsored by: Nationwide
August 01, 2024
How to Start Planning Retirement Withdrawals
Planning a retirement withdrawal strategy is a fundamental step toward replacing a traditional paycheck with a long-term retirement “paycheck.”
July 02, 2024
Outlook 2024: Mid-Year Update
Janney’s Investment Strategy Group shares its expectations for the economy, equities, and fixed income for the remainder of 2024.
June 03, 2024
The Family Conversation on College Planning
The topic of college planning is one of the most important conversations you can have as a family. This article can help you start one.
May 15, 2024
Janney's 2024 Mid-Year Market Update
What’s next for the economy and markets?
Join our exclusive virtual presentation where Janney’s Investment Strategy Group shares its views on the economy and markets, its outlook for the remainder of 2024, and what you should know about the potential impact on your portfolio strategy.
Featuring: Janney’s Investment Strategy Group
May 01, 2024
Planning Strategies for Remaining 529 Balances
Did you know that if you saved more for college than you needed, new changes to 529 plans allow for unused or leftover savings to be rolled into the beneficiary’s Roth IRA?
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.
April 05, 2024
As the adage goes, “it takes a village.”
Although it may seem that the honor of being named to the prestigious Forbes 2024 list of Best-in-State Wealth Advisors is a reflection of me, it is really a reflection of “You.”
This recognition reflects years of collaborative effort shaped by a loving family, loyal friends, dedicated clients, and a phenomenal team. Overarching all the above is a faithful Father who is the source of any and all gifts and talents. To Him be the glory.
I am surrounded by greatness each and every day and am richly blessed. Thank you 🙏🏻.
March 13, 2024
Simple Safeguards: How to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft and Cybercrime.
Janney has once again invited retired FBI Special Agent, Jeff Lanza to present his popular webinar on how to protect yourself from the latest trends in identity theft and cybercrime. You won’t want to miss this valuable program!
Featuring Jeff Lanza, Retired FBI Special Agent
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 27, 2024
A message from Alyssum and Kevin:
“It seems like only yesterday that we made a decision to join Janney based on our belief it would enable us to better serve the needs of our clients.
Janney has exceeded our lofty expectations in that regard. It has been an eventful 15 years! We are grateful to each and every client who has been with us during this magical journey.
Time flies more quickly when you are blessed to do what you love with such lovely people - all who we consider as friends.
Thank you.”
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 09, 2024
“Smith Wealth Advisory Group is honored to have been named a 2024 Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management team by such a reputable organization as Forbes,” stated founding partner Kevin Smith. “I commend my teammates on their dedication, knowledge, and outstanding client service - values that are reflected in this distinction. A very special thank you to our clients for the trust you have placed in us. This honor is the product of a collaborative effort that is as much a reflection of you as it is of us.”
