Archive for author Ali Kemp

Your Year-End Tax Planning Checklist

Kickstart your tax season planning with this list of important deadlines, relevant documents and strategy considerations. With the end of the year fast approaching, now’s the time to take advantage of tax-deferred growth opportunities, tax-advantaged investments and charitable giving opportunities, among other strategies. You’ll also want to maximize deductions and credits ahead of tax season. […]

Social Security Myths & Misconceptions

RETIREMENT & LONGEVITY Learn how to get the most from your hard-earned benefits. There’s no doubt about it. Filing for Social Security can be daunting. There’s a ton of information – and misinformation – to weed through, as well as the need for some calculations based on several variables. Your benefits depend on your age, […]

Market Update

MARKETS & INVESTING September 09, 2022 Review the latest Weekly Headings by CIO at Raymond James, Larry Adam. Key Takeaways Anticipating improvements in the August inflation reports Retailers are discounting as they offload inventories The streak of declining gas prices continues The lights are on, and the stadiums are packed which means football is finally back! […]

Where Medicare Falls Short

RETIREMENT & LONGEVITY Get wise about maintaining your health – and wealth – in retirement. Medicare provides a lot of coverage, but it doesn’t cover everything. You may have a clear vision of your ideal retirement, but that dream could be challenged by unexpected healthcare costs. Even with Medicare, quality healthcare can come with a […]

Market Month: August 2022

The Markets (as of market close August 31, 2022) Through the first half of August, the stock market continued to ride July’s rally. Including the first two weeks of August, stocks had posted four consecutive weekly gains — the longest weekly rally of 2022. The latest inflation data showed prices had fallen in July, bolstering […]