Legislative Changes
In Support of the Fiduciary Standard
It’s one of the most fundamental and dear characteristics of the work we do at Empowerment Financial Guidance: earning the trust and confidence of our clients. We strive to do this in various ways, of course, including the intangibles of demeanor, openness, and honesty. We also have been very intentional in creating a structural business…
Read MoreNotable 2024 Tax Law Changes
Each year brings adjustments to the US tax code, and this year is no exception. Some specific changes which could be helpful to you are as follows: Leftover funds in a 529 education account can now be rolled over into a Roth IRA. This reduces the concern about over-contributing to a child’s or grandchild’s 529…
Read MoreYear-end Charitable Gift Planning in 2021
In the last few years, so much has changed about charitable gift planning. We offer a bit of recent history on the changes, and suggest some strategies that may help you reduce your tax bill while supporting the charities of your choice. In 2018 the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) raised the standard income…
Read MoreThe CARES Act: Stimulus, Relief, and Other New Provisions
The $2 trillion Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act which was signed on March 27th provides funds for health care, state and local governments. It also contains a number of provisions intended to assist individuals and small businesses who have suffered economic harm due to the pandemic. Relief for Individuals -Many individuals will…
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