In recent years, donor-advised funds (DAFs) have emerged as a versatile and impactful tool in philanthropy, offering individuals and families a structured approach to charitable giving while maximizing tax advantages and flexibility. Whether you’re a seasoned philanthropist or new to charitable giving, understanding how DAFs work and their benefits can significantly enhance your ability to […]

Saving for education is a cornerstone of financial planning for many families. One popular tool for this purpose is the 529 plan, a tax-advantaged investment account designed specifically to help pay for qualified educational expenses. In the past several years, new legislation has provided several updates that expand the flexibility of 529 plans. One such […]

We’re all familiar with how inflation over the last few years has been affecting our day-to-day lives, perhaps more so than we’d prefer. One of The Federal Reserve’s two mandates is to achieve stable prices, currently targeting 2% annual inflation rate. To combat inflation, one of the main tools The Fed uses is the adjustment […]

RETIREMENT & LONGEVITY More and more Americans are incorporating work into their retirement years. The traditional image of retirement as a time of purely leisurely pursuits is no longer the norm for many Americans. A growing number of people over the age of 65 are choosing to remain in the workforce for a variety of […]