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When most people consider a job offer, they tend to focus on one thing: salary. But while your paycheck is important, it’s only one piece of the puzzle. Your full compensation package also includes your employee benefits—retirement accounts, insurance, personal time off, and much more.

Buying a suit off the rack and wearing it “as is” can work. Buying a suit off the rack and tailoring it will likely give you a better fit and overall look. But there is nothing like a bespoke suit made just for you by a professional tailor. You can get the best fit possible …

What Is Financial Planning and Why Does It Matter in a Crisis? Financial planning begins with a thorough analysis of your short- and long-term financial situation, including all sources of income, your current spending patterns and debt, and your plans for the future. Then it guides how to …

If you manage substantial assets and have long-term financial goals such as wealth preservation and growth, estate planning, and tax optimization, your financial picture is likely to be complex. Partnering with an experienced financial advisor can allow you to delegate some of the work this …

Corporate executives need to plan carefully for tax efficiency. Their W-2 income is subject to high tax rates with few available deductions. Their compensation packages also tend to include other types of income such as stock compensation, large bonuses, commissions, and more, which are typ …

Want to plan better for next year’s tax return? Learn about smart tax planning in our Winning in 2025: Tax Strategies for a Thriving Year webinar, now available for viewing on-demand.  

Like gardening or working out, tax planning is one of those activities where you get out what you put in. Plenty of us have a weight bench gathering dust in the garage that hasn’t gotten us into any better shape, or a plot in the backyard that just won’t grow anything because we never weed …

Each year it is important to review your plan to ensure you are taking advantage of all the tax breaks and incentives available to you. Annual inflation adjustments and new laws create opportunities to save for retirement or reduce your tax bill. To help you make the best decisions regardin …

Understanding Tax Liability in Investment Planning To optimize your portfolio’s performance, it’s crucial to consider tax liability alongside investment gains. What Is Tax Liability? Tax liability is simply the amount you owe in taxes to the government—federal, state, and local. It ma …

Understanding Tax Compliance and Risk Management Ultra-high-net-worth individuals face unique tax challenges, including high rates and ever-changing complex tax codes. If managed improperly or inefficiently, tax issues could significantly erode your family’s wealth and even lead to legal co …

When it comes to managing your wealth and pursuing your financial goals, clarity can be key. Enter bucketing, a powerful strategy that helps simplify your financial planning by categorizing your assets into three time-based buckets: today, tomorrow, and the future.