A primary objective of the incoming Presidential administration and Congress will be to reform current tax laws that are set to expire at the end of 2025 and...
Blog posts by Mallory Kretman, Wealth Manager
Gifting Money to Family Members 101
As people think about gifting money to family members, they want to do it in a way that is most beneficial to themselves and the recipients.
Social Security and Your Retirement: What to Expect
Financial professionals who work in Social Security planning frequently address concerns about the system’s future. It’s well known that the Social Security...
How Divorcees Can Manage Finances at Any Age
Divorce is often a significant life event with far-reaching consequences, including comprehensive financial implications. The consequences can vary greatly...
Why Women Need a Different Approach to Retirement Planning
Since societies first began measuring life expectancy in the late 17th century, it’s been observed that women tend to live longer than men. This makes...
What to know about inherited IRAs
There are a lot of rules governing required distributions from inherited IRAs. Learn the basics about the types of beneficiaries, how the money is distributed, and more.
Planning during the retirement “trough years”
For many, the significant drop in income during the early-retirement years can be a great time to engage in tax planning.
What to know about potential tax increases in 2026
Some of the tax cuts from the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act are due to expire in 2026. Learn what this could mean for you, and strategies to mitigate the effects.
The fundamentals of 529 plans
Education is expensive, but there are ways to mitigate those costs. Learn the basics about 529 plans.
4 strategies for planning your capital gains
Learn what capital gains are, how they affect taxes, and what you can do to mitigate your tax burden.
5 ways to save energy — and tax money
It’s no secret that energy costs keep going up. The good news is that federal tax credits are available to people who invest in energy efficiency in their home and vehicles.
Preserving family legacy by passing down your cabin
If you want your cabin to remain in the family, do you have a plan for how to make that happen? Here are some considerations.
Trust vs. will: Which is right for you?
Often, clients will ask the difference between wills and trusts, and which is better. Let’s look at wills, trusts, how they are used, and the pros and cons of each so you can go into a decision well-informed on your options.
7 ways the Secure 2.0 Act changes retirement plans
A new law could change the way you save for retirement and use your retirement funds. We explain the law’s key provisions.
Consider creating an ethical will (or legacy letter)
Ethical wills are a way to account for the intangible things you want to leave to your loved ones.