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Take a Swing at Investing Like a Golfer
Golfing and investing may not seem to share much common ground at first glance. But the more you think about it, a successful golfer and a successful investor share a number of traits such as patience, perseverance, attention to detail...
Read More3 Golf Tips to Keep Your Retirement Plan on Course
In golf, as in finances, there are a few rules of thumb that may improve your game: keep a level head, avoid traps, practice before trying something new and stay the course. Applying lessons from the golf course to your financial life...
Read MoreTurning Fortune into Financial Freedom: A Beneficiary’s Guide to Handling an Inheritance
Learn how to manage your inheritance wisely, from probate and taxes to investing and preserving your financial future.
Read MoreA Tax Planning Guide for Wealthy Retirees
Explore tax-efficient strategies for wealthy retirees, including Roth conversions, trusts, estate planning, and charitable giving.
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide to Navigating Tax Filing Season for 2025
The federal income tax filing deadline isn’t until April. However, the start of tax season is nearly upon us. Here are some tips for navigating the tax filing process to help lessen some of the stress you may feel as Tax Day arrives.·...
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Kick off the Big Game With These 7 Super Investing Lessons From the Super Bowl
The Super Bowl is more than just a game. It's an American holiday. As you prepare for this fun day, you may also want to think about how to create "big wins'' in your investment strategy. Get ready for Super Bowl Sunday by checking out...
Read MoreStrategizing for Success: The Parallels Between Estate Planning and a Super Bowl Game Plan
Just as a winning team meticulously plans its Super Bowl plays, individuals and families may benefit from developing a comprehensive plan for their estate. Estate planning isn't just for the wealthy. Estate planning is a strategic move...
Read MoreBenefits of Early Tax Planning With a Financial Professional
Tax planning is a crucial component of personal finance and a vital component of your overall financial planning. Failing to consider tax planning could result in missed opportunities for tax savings and other tax opportunities. When...
Read MoreA Path to Setting and Reaching Your Financial Goals in the New Year
Setting goals for a new year can feel overwhelming. We all know that resolutions don’t last, but we also feel the energy that comes with a new year of possibilities. Here’s a clearer path for setting and reaching your goals. Many of us...
Read MoreA Year-End Planning Guide for Business Owners
As the year draws to a close, it's an ideal time for business owners to evaluate their company’s financial health. Year-end planning is critical and can help establish a confident foundation for the future. However, for many business...
Read More4 Thanksgiving Lessons for a Feast-Worthy Financial Plan
Thanksgiving is a holiday for spending time with loved ones, being grateful, and perhaps enjoying a bit of overindulgence. There are many financial lessons to be had in planning, preparing, and celebrating this annual feast.1 Here are...
Read MoreDavid Reichert Named to Forbes Best-in-State Next-Gen Wealth Advisors List
We’re excited to share that David Reichert has been named to the Forbes Best-in-State Next-Gen Wealth Advisors list—an honor that recognizes top emerging financial professionals across the country who are making a meaningful impact in...
Read MoreThe Early Bird Advantage: Why Timely Year-End Planning is Essential
Every year, the holiday season sneaks up on us and, before we get to turn around, it’s over. This frenzied time of year is filled with shopping excursions and office parties, and it’s easy to let financial planning slip through the...
Read MoreTaking Charitable Giving to Another Level
Did you know that you can gift a new or existing life insurance policy to your favorite charity? When properly designed, a charitable life insurance program may improve your overall financial situation and offer tax benefits, all while...
Read More5 Year-End Tax Planning Tips for Small Business Owners
Tax planning preparations include small-business owners taking necessary measures to optimize their taxes by taking advantage of deductions and benefits. Here is a brief tax planning overview for small-business owners preparing for tax...
Read MoreRetiring as a Small-Business Owner: What to Know Before You Go
The thought of retiring may be intimidating for anyone—but if you own your own business, handing your "baby" to new owners might be enough to stop you in your tracks. What might you do to set your successor up for success? What should...
Read MoreThe Nuances of Distribution Planning for Pre-Retirees
Retirement savings accounts, such as 401(k)s, traditional IRAs, and Roth IRAs, are widely recognized as crucial components of retirement planning. However, the journey to a financially independent retirement continues beyond merely...
Read MoreThe Dos and Don'ts of High-Yield Savings Accounts
A high-yield savings account (HYSA) is one of the tools you may use to manage your money. When interest rates are significantly higher than those of traditional savings accounts, HYSAs may be used for building an emergency fund, saving...
Read MoreWhat Wealthy Individuals Need to Consider Before Applying for Medicare
As wealthy individuals age, healthcare and health insurance coverage become increasingly important. One group that may overlook Medicare is wealthy individuals, because they may be unsure whether they qualify. The privileges of...
Read MoreInvesting With Tariffs In Mind
Tariffs—taxes imposed on imported goods—have become an essential factor for investors to consider. They are typically used to protect domestic industries from foreign competition by increasing the costs of imported goods. However,...
Read MoreFinances and Fireworks: 5 Strategies to Help Preserve and Celebrate Your Financial Freedom
Your finances are probably one of the last places you want to experience fireworks—unless they are celebratory. With new year's resolutions firmly in the rearview mirror, the summer months allow you to revisit your financial goals and...
Read More8 U.S. Outdoor Activities to Make the Most of Your Summer
Summer is the perfect season to get outside and enjoy the sunshine, warm weather, fresh air, and a wide range of outdoor activities. Whether you are the type of person who likes to relax and enjoy sunny days or likes more fast-paced...
Read MoreAnnuities Unveiled: The Secret Weapon for Wealthy Investors
Annuities are investment strategies offered by insurance companies that provide a steady income stream in retirement. These financial vehicles may particularly appeal to high-net-worth (HNW) investors for various reasons. At their core...
Read MoreA Quick Guide to 529 Plans and College Savings: Dispelling Common Myths and Misconceptions
529 plans are a tool for those looking to save for college for their children, grandchildren, or any family member. While most people know that they are one of the most popular saving methods for college, many myths surrounding these...
Read MoreFinancial Wellness Checklist for Small Business Owners
Financial wellness is easier to work toward when a business owner understands their economic outlook and has set financial goals to take them through the next 5 to 10 years.2 Striving toward financial wellness is vital for any small...
Read MoreInsurance Needs in Retirement
Your goals and priorities will probably change as you plan to retire. Along with them, your insurance needs may change as well. Retirement is typically a good time to review the different parts of your insurance program and make any...
Read MoreTraditions of the Masters and Successful Investors
Both offer valuable lessons from those who have come before you The Masters golf tournament and successful investing may seem like two completely different worlds, but they share many similarities in terms of tradition. Both have...
Read MoreStepping Up to the Plate: Four Baseball Money Lessons
Baseball and financial management can have more in common than meets the eye. Below, we discuss four key lessons that investors—and everyone else—can learn from America's favorite pastime. Diversification of Assets is Critical Having...
Read MoreThe Social Security Fairness Act: Great News for Millions of Public Service Employees
The Social Security Fairness Act is a bill signed into law that repeals several decades-old provisions that previously reduced your Social Security benefits if you or a spouse received a pension from a non-Social Security covered job,...
Read MoreDeath and Taxes: What to Know About Estate and Inheritance Taxes
There are only two things in life you can count on happening at some point--death and taxes. In death, these two circumstances can come together at the same time. When a person dies, leaving a significant estate, there is the expense...
Read MoreHow to Find the Tax Preparation Method That Works For You
Each year when tax season rolls around, it comes with the burden of figuring out how to file your taxes correctly. The good news is that there are several ways to prepare and file your taxes, depending on your needs and the complexity...
Read MoreAn In-Depth Guide to Social Security Retirement Benefits and Taxes
Social Security is a vital component of retirement income for many. This government program provides monthly benefits and is funded primarily through payroll taxes. Understanding Social Security benefits and taxation is essential to...
Read MoreFinancial Resolutions for Small Business Owners
The new year is fast approaching, and it is a good time for small business owners to make some financial resolutions to help lead them toward a solid financial path. Whether your business is just starting or you have been running it...
Read MoreHoliday Gifting Beyond Toys: Investing in Your Kids’ or Grandkids Future
When giving gifts to our children or grandchildren, we often default to the latest toys or gadgets. However, the value of these items tends to diminish over time in terms of both interest to the child and monetary value. A different...
Read MoreGiving Through a Donor Advised Fund: 5 Tax Benefits
A donor-advised fund (DAF) is a charitable giving vehicle administered by a public charity created to manage charitable donations on behalf of organizations, families, or individuals. The benefits of DAFs extend beyond their primary...
Read MoreThe Power of Purposeful Giving: Tax Planning Insights for Charitable Deductions
Charitable contributions are personally rewarding and also have the potential to be tax-saving opportunities. A donation is a gift, such as cash or property, that is given to a non-profit organization to help them in pursuit of their...
Read MoreYear-End Countdown: Key Deadlines You Cannot Afford to Miss
As the year comes to a close, there are some important deadlines that you shouldn’t ignore. These deadlines affect your taxes, savings, and, perhaps, your financial future. Here’s a simple guide to help you stay on track before this...
Read MoreHow a Financial Professional May Be Your Valuable Business Advisor
Small businesses have new reasons to consider the value of financial planning in working towards their business goals. Many owners are "bandonneurs" (a French word for "jack of all trades") who may successfully wear many hats, but...
Read MoreCybersecurity Alert: The Top Cybersecurity Threats to Watch Out For
Cybersecurity is more important than ever as we continuously move toward more automated environments in a highly connected society. As more technologies develop, perpetrators keep exploring new tactics to exploit others. It's important...
Read MoreLife Insurance Considerations for Every Stage of Life
As we go through various stages of life, our insurance needs may vary significantly. Here’s a breakdown of the different stages: Early Adulthood (20s and 30s) Considerations: Affordability. Life insurance will be less expensive if an...
Read MoreRetirement Planning: The Ultimate Endless Summer Adventure
If you're like some, you may have spent large parts of your working life missing the carefree summer days of your childhood. That is, of course, assuming you had a happy childhood.
Read MoreThe Risks of Being Rich: Insurance Coverage Considerations for High-Net-Worth Families
Financial affluence often comes with various benefits and challenges, including the requirement for suitable insurance coverage. High-net-worth (HNW) families typically have a more complex risk profile than the average household.
Read MoreSmall Businesses and the Case for Annuities
Annuities are a well-kept secret in the small business financing world. Businesses can use these products in various ways, both to meet their own financial goals and to provide retirement benefits to owners and employees.
Read MoreRich vs. Wealthy - Is There Really a Difference?
The terms "rich" and "wealthy" are often used interchangeably. But are they really the same? As the saying goes, "Money talks, but wealth whispers." Here are some of the differences between being rich and being wealthy in terms of money.
Read MoreMemorial Day & Financial Planning for Veterans
Memorial Day is an important holiday observed in the United States to honor and remember the men and women who have died while serving in the country's armed forces. It is a day of remembrance and reflection.
Read More5 Tips for Saving and Investing as a Small-Business Owner
As a business owner, putting all your profits back into the business may be tempting, especially during the lean years. However, when it comes to saving and investing as a business owner, there are other paths you could consider.
Read MoreTips for Navigating Inflation as a Small Business Owner
Small business owners face many challenges, which may become even more significant during inflation. As inflation hit new highs in recent years, small business owners are being tested and challenged by high costs and high interest rates.
Read MoreTurning Profits into Wealth: A Guide for High-Earning Business Owners
Growing a business is impressive, but it takes more than just turning a profit to build wealth: It requires a mind shift from short-term gains to long-term prosperity. A business owner must focus on the company's financial confidence.
Read MoreMaximizing Wealth: 5 Ways a Financial Professional May Help Propel High Earners Towards HNW Status
The journey to prosperity involves more than just a high income. It requires strategic planning, wise investment decisions, and a keen understanding of your financial landscape.
Read MoreFive Healthy Habits for Financial Wellness
Financial stress can have a direct negative impact on a person's health and happiness. Unfortunately, this may lead to a downward spiral.
Read MoreThriving Through Financial Stress: Lessons for High-Net-Worth Families
April is Stress Awareness Month, and there's no better time to reflect on and address the stressors that may impact our lives. Financial stress is an interesting challenge for high-net-worth individuals and families.
Read MoreTraditions of the Masters and Successful Investors
The Masters golf tournament and successful investing may seem like two completely different worlds, but they share many similarities in terms of tradition. Both have established practices that have stood the test of time.
Read MorePhysicians: Why You Need a Financial Professional Who Understands Your Industry
As a physician, you've devoted a lot of time to educating yourself, building a career, and providing top notch care that enriches your patients lives, and in the midst of all that, it can be easy to overlook your finances.
Read More401(k) Options for Small Business Owners
A business owner can open several retirement savings plan types if they're the only employee or have anywhere from two to 100 employees. Contact your financial and tax professionals to determine which is appropriate for your small business.
Read MoreThe Importance of Business Credit and How to Build It
Credit is one of the most important factors of life that impacts all businesses. Taking steps to build business credit can offer your business opportunities that wouldn’t be available to otherwise.
Read MoreNavigating Credit Wisely as a HENRY
As a high earner not rich yet (HENRY), you find yourself in a place where strategic decisions may pave the way for lasting wealth. One crucial aspect of managing your finances includes understanding how to use your credit wisely.
Read MoreWhat Physicians Should Know About Choosing a Financial Professional
Physicians are among the highest-earning professionals out there. This specialized career comes with specific financial needs. Here are some factors to consider when selecting a financial professional that meets a physician's unique needs.
Read MoreSECURE Act 2.0: What Business Owners Need to Know for 2024
The Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act, had significant implications for business owners and employees regarding retirement savings and tax rules. Here are details of each provision to remain compliant with the Act.
Read More7 Things You Can Do to Trim Your Tax Bill
Tax season can be a stressful time for many, especially if you're not prepared. With some planning and preparation, you can take steps to mitigate your tax bill for the upcoming year. Here are 7 things you can do now to trim your tax bill.
Read MoreKick off the Big Game With These 7 Super Investing Lessons From the Super Bowl
As you prepare for the big game day, you may also want to think about how to create "big wins'' in your investment strategy. Get ready for Super Bowl Sunday by checking out these Super Bowl-inspired investment strategies.
Read MoreMedical Professionals - A Prescription for Your Financial Health
Medical Professions: Just as patients need periodic checkups, you may need to work with a financial professional to make sure your finances receive the proper care. Here's our prescription for your Financial Health.
Read MoreTips to Navigate Tax Filing Season and the IRS
It's never too early to begin planning for tax season. We know tax filing season can be a stressful time for many individuals, so here are a few tips to navigate tax filing season and the IRS.
Read MoreHigh-Net-Worth Retirement Planning: 6 Ideas to Help You Get Your Finances in Order
Do you consider yourself a high-net-worth individual (HNWI)? Check out these strategies and behaviors that are important not only for building and maintaining wealth but also for promoting financial well-being.
Read More6 Hacks to Make New Year’s Resolutions Stick
If you read our New Year's Financial Resolutions blog you may be wondering "How do I stick to my resolutions in the new year?" We've got you covered. Check out these 6 6 hacks to make New Year’s Resolutions stick.
Read MoreYour New Year’s (Financial) Resolutions
Cleaning up finances remains one of the top resolutions every New Year. But we all know what happens to most such self-promises, so here’s a month-by-month to-do list from our wealth advisors help cultivate better financial health.
Read More3 Tax Strategies to Consider at Year-End
With the year rapidly coming to a close, and the upcoming tax year looming with uncertainties, you should consider updating your tax strategy to best preserve your assets into the future. Check out these three tips from our wealth advisors.
Read MoreYear End Planning Considerations for Business Owners
The end of the year can be a chaotic time for business owners. Here are five tips from our wealth advisors that may assist with organizing a strategy for end-of-year planning.
Read More8 Tips to Stay on Track with Your Holiday Budgeting
It’s hard to believe we are already approaching the end of another year, and holiday season will soon be here. Here are eight tips from our wealth advisors to help you start the New Year holiday debt-free from holiday spending.
Read MoreTis the Season for Tax-Friendly Giving Strategies
You may donate money to charity throughout the year, for no other reason than your heart-felt desire to support causes that you care about. But if philanthropy is important to you, keep in mind the associated tax breaks.
Read More5 Tips for Shopping on Small Business Saturday
There’s no question that November and December are the biggest times of year for shopping. If you’re looking for ways to shop local—in person or online—in honor of Small Business Saturday, these tips are a great place to start.
Read MoreYear-end Tax Planning for High-Net-Worth Individuals
As the year’s end approaches, High-Net-Worth Individuals must prepare for one of the most critical monetary tasks: year-end tax planning. Here are some tips to help with planning.
Read MoreWhy Business Owners Need Financial Planning
Regardless of the income a business generates, the ages of the owners, or how many employees it has, a business financial plan can help plan for future and unexpected events.
Read MoreJoin us for a FREE Webinar/Seminar on December 5
Our team at Reichert Wealth is hosting a FREE seminar/webinar! Join us for SECURE 2.0: Navigating Secure 2.0 for Small Businesses.
Read More4 Diversity Tips for Small Business Owners
For businesses looking to grow and continue to thrive with the next generation, diversity is typically necessary. If improving diversity is a goal for your company, below are a few tips to help you get started.
Read More401(k) Rollovers Can Make or Break Retirement
In an era characterized by high job turnover, understanding the value of 401(k) rollovers is essential to preserving your financial future. Our financial advisors can help! But here are some highlights to get you started.
Read MoreHigh Net-Worth Individuals: Are You Missing Opportunities in Your Financial Planning?
Often, High Net-Worth executives and individuals have missed opportunities in their financial planning because they haven’t planned adequately for their retirement even though they make a high income. Learn more here.
Read More“The Blind Side” and the Role of Conservatorships
Former NFL player Michael Oher, the subject of the book and movie “The Blind Side,” recently filed a petition to end the conservatorship over him that he alleges he signed unknowingly when he was 18. Learn more about conservatorships here.
Read MoreFrom Chess Piece to Chess Player: How Chess Can Help You Work Toward Becoming a Grandmaster
In a single game of chess, there are approximately 400 possible moves after each move played. When investing, there is also a seemingly endless selection of choices and critical decisions. The basics of chess could potentially help you...
Read MoreHigh-Income Individuals Face New Medicare-Related Taxes
The health-care reform legislation enacted in 2010 included new Medicare-related taxes that first took effect in 2013. These new taxes target high-income individuals and families. Here are the basics: Additional Medicare payroll tax If...
Read MoreMoody’s Downgrades U.S. Banks: What Does This Mean for Investors?
Moody’s Investors Service cut the credit ratings of 10 U.S. regional, midsized banks by one notch and put six large banks under review for possible downgrades including U.S. Bancorp, Truist Financial, and Bank of New York Mellon....
Read MoreThe Stealth Move by the IRS & Kids’ Inheritance
One recent development that has stirred conversations among investors and advisors alike is the issuance of the IRS Revenue Ruling 2023-2.This ruling has presented a unique set of challenges and opportunities for estate planning,...
Read MoreWall Street Wisdom: Wise Words from Warren Buffett and Other Great Investors
You can learn a lot from those who have come before you. For individuals interested in investing, especially those new to it, learning and applying the wisdom from people that have found techniques that worked for them is a great...
Read MoreThe Complex Waters of Aging Parents’ Finances
As professionals, managing our own finances can be a challenge. However, one area that we often overlook, yet is vitally important, is understanding and navigating our aging parents' finances. As they move into retirement and beyond,...
Read MoreCongress Tells Treasury to Expect SECURE 2.0 Technical Fixes
In late May 2023, Congress sent a letter to U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and IRS Commissioner Daniel Werfel saying that it will introduce legislation to correct several technical errors in the SECURE 2.0 Act. The letter, signed...
Read MoreThe Challenges Facing Women Entrepreneurs
While the future seems brighter than ever for women entrepreneurs, a myriad of financial challenges continue to cast shadows over their journey. The increasing presence and contributions of women-owned businesses to the American...
Read MoreThe Blame Game: Did Corporate Earnings Feed Inflation?
The world is facing an unprecedented economic challenge as the inflation rate continues to rise. People are trying to understand why their wallets are feeling lighter, and they are looking for someone to blame.
Read MoreWhy Plan Sponsors Are Feeling More Responsible for Employee Financial Wellness
Bank of America's Workplace Benefits Report recently revealed that a whopping 19 in 20 surveyed employers felt responsible for their employees' financial wellness.1 But because financial wellness is such a holistic concept...
Read MoreUtilizing a 529 Plan as a Wealth Transfer Tool
529 plans are designed for saving for education and are beneficial since contributions accumulate and grow tax-free as long as withdrawals are used for qualified education expenses. But 529 plans may also be part of a wealth transfer...
Read More5 Ways Whole Life Insurance Provides Tax Advantages
Life insurance is essential in providing for beneficiaries upon your death, but it can also offer other tax advantages you may not know. For this reason, whole life insurance, also called cash value life insurance, is often used as a...
Read MoreSOCIAL SECURITY: MAXIMIZING BENEFITS
Most understand that waiting to claim Social Security benefits can result in higher monthly payments. However, many don’t know that there are other ways to maximize their benefits, some of which depend on their marital status....
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