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08.15.25
Ross Gobel

Travel Season Checklist: Legal & Estate Documents to Review

Blog
Wealth Management

The opinion of the author is subject to change without notice and must be considered in conjunction with relevant regulation, as well as subsequent changes in the marketplace. Any information...

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08.14.25

July Market Review

Articles
Market Review
Wealth Management

Calm Above, Currents Below Strong earnings season and resilient economy give way to a weak July employment report. July 2025 Key Observations Markets were mixed in July as equities delivered...

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08.13.25

5 Ways Businesses Can Assess Health Care Benefits Spending

If your business sponsors health care benefits for its employees, you know the costs of doing so are hardly stable. And unfortunately, the numbers tend to rise much more often...

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08.12.25

Succession Success: Planning, Preparing, and Profiting from Your Business Exit

Webinar

Session #3: Profiting Date/Time: Wednesday, October 22 at 12:00 – 1:00 PM CT In the final session, we’ll explore how to execute your chosen exit plan, navigate the due diligence...

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Happy smiling mature Indian or Latin business man ceo trader using computer, typing, working in modern office, doing online data market analysis, thinking planning tech strategy looking at laptop.
08.11.25
Spencer Davies, CFP®

The Work-Optional Mindset: Building Financial Resilience in High-Stress Professions

Blog
Executives
Wealth Management

The opinion of the author is subject to change without notice and must be considered in conjunction with relevant regulation, as well as subsequent changes in the marketplace. Any information...

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08.10.25

A tax guide to choosing the right business entity

Articles
Business Owners
Business Tax

One of the most critical decisions entrepreneurs make when starting or restructuring a business is choosing the right entity type. This choice directly impacts how the business is taxed, the...

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08.09.25

No Tax on Car Loan Interest Under the New Law? Not Exactly

Articles
Individual Tax & Planning

Under current federal income tax rules, so-called personal interest expense generally can’t be deducted. One big exception is qualified residence interest or home mortgage interest, which can be deducted, subject...

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08.05.25

Hot Topic Webinar: Gearing Up for Retirement

Webinar
Retirees
Retirement 401k
Wealth Management

This presentation is offered for educational purposes only and should not be considered a comprehensive review or analysis of the topics discussed today. These materials are not a substitute for...

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08.05.25

The New Law Includes a Game-Changer for Business Payment Reporting

Articles
Business Owners
Business Tax

The One, Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) contains a major overhaul to an outdated IRS requirement. Beginning with payments made in 2026, the new law raises the threshold for information...

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07.30.25

Businesses Can Still Choose to Address Sustainability

Articles
Business Owners
Business Tax

For many years, businesses of all shapes and sizes have at least considered sustainability when running their operations. Many people — including customers, investors, employees and job candidates — care...

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07.29.25

What Taxpayers Need to Know About the IRS Ending Paper Checks

Articles
Individual Tax & Planning
Business Tax

The federal government has announced a major change that will affect how numerous Americans receive their tax refunds and federal benefit payments. The U.S. Treasury Department, the IRS and the...

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2 business owners reviewing tax documents and QBI deductions
07.28.25

The QBI Deduction and What’s New in the One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act

Articles
Business Owners
Business Tax

The qualified business income (QBI) deduction, which became effective in 2018, is a significant tax benefit for many business owners. It allows eligible taxpayers to deduct up to 20% of...

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07.25.25
Jake Thibault, CFP®

Decoding ISO, NSO, RSU? A Plain English Guide to Your Startup Equity

Blog
Business Owners
Wealth Management

The opinion of the author is subject to change without notice and must be considered in conjunction with relevant regulation, as well as subsequent changes in the marketplace. Any information...

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07.25.25

The OBBBA Will Soon Eliminate Certain Clean Energy Tax Incentives

Articles
Business Owners
Business Tax
Individual Tax & Planning

For some time, President Trump and the GOP have had their sights on repealing many of the tax incentives created or enhanced by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). With the...

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07.23.25

What Families Need to Now About the New Tax Law

Articles
Families
Family Office
Individual Tax & Planning

The One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) has introduced significant tax changes that could affect families across the country. While many of the provisions aim to provide financial relief, the...

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