Blog tagged as Taxes

Are Higher Ed Expenses Tax Deductible? A Quick Reminder for Parents

08/18/2021 10:06 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)
Are Higher Ed Expenses Tax Deductible? A Quick Reminder for Parents
Sending your kid off to college comes with a hefty price tag. Here's a quick overview of what expenses may qualify for a reduction in your taxes plus 3 tax-focused savings strategies.

Starting a Business in Retirement

08/04/2021 09:33 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)
Starting a Business in Retirement
Whether to continue increasing their retirement income, or to simply fulfill a dream of being a business owner, more and more Baby Boomers are starting businesses in retirement. Here are some questions to ask yourself if you’re also considering this financial move.

How Much Do You Need to Buy a House?

07/20/2021 11:54 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)
How Much Do You Need to Buy a House?
If you’ve decided to buy a home, there are many out-of-pocket fees, as well as long-term costs beyond the price of the home itself. Read this article to gain a better understanding of how much money you’ll actually need to become a homeowner.

Understanding 2021 Recovery Rebate Stimulus Payments

03/12/2021 10:55 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)
Understanding 2021 Recovery Rebate Stimulus Payments
The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 is now a done deal and some have asked for more information and clarification regarding the stimulus payments.

Signs You Need A Financial Planner

08/31/2020 09:00 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)
Signs You Need A Financial Planner
Solid and respectable planners let you know if they can’t help you and refer you to a professional who can. If you have no idea if you’re on track for retirement and don’t know how to find out, a financial planner could help gauge your progress and build a plan that will help you stay on track.

Prioritizing Savings and Investments When You Have Excess Income

07/06/2020 11:08 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)
Prioritizing Savings and Investments When You Have Excess Income
If you are in a situation where you spend less money than you bring in every month, you may be wondering what is the best thing to do with the excess cash. With numerous account types and even more investment options, how do you find the most optimal way to invest and save?
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