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Why Do I Need an IRA?

Many wealth planning advisers will encourage you to include assets with tax benefits. These assets should lower your tax liability, leaving you with more money fully invested in the long run. What it an IRA? An IRA has a built-in tax benefit. This is why IRA accounts can be a great foundation for a healthy retirement nest egg. An IRA can also be a treasure chest for your savings. It teaches you how to save money, so you have something left for retirement. An IRA account is a rainy day retirement fund with tremendous tax advantages.

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Basics of Estate Planning

Do I need a will? What is a trust? To answer these questions and more, one must have at least a basic level understanding of estate planning. According to Investopedia, “Estate planning is the preparation of tasks that serve to manage an individual’s asset base in the event of their incapacitation or death.

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Is a Vacation Home an Investment?

Are you dreaming of a mountain cabin or an oceanfront bungalow hideaway? Then you may want to consider that a vacation home can offer some tax savings. Whether you choose to use the home solely for enjoyment or combine business and pleasure by renting the property part-time, it is important to understand the tax laws

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