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FAMILY & LIFESTYLE   3 smart ways to defer capital gains taxes. One of the benefits of purchasing property as an investment is the tax benefits that can come with it – both while you own it and after you sell. Applying tax-efficient strategies will help you make the most out of your investment property. […]

ESTATE & GIVING   The adjustment in basis is a crucial tax consideration – what can it mean for you? A sometimes-overlooked component of estate planning, the adjustment in cost basis, can be a taxation game-changer. Under this tax provision, an inherited asset’s cost basis is determined not from the owner’s original purchase price, but […]

Autumn is here and I am fully embracing the season of gratitude. One of the most beautiful aspects of autumn is the way nature transitions. Through these transitions I am reminded that life is a series of seasons, and each one has its own charm. Fall serves as a gentle, natural reminder to appreciate the […]

FAMILY & LIFESTYLE   Proactive organization can make insurance claims and other recovery activities easier. Preparing for an unexpected storm or fire can help protect both your personal and financial well-being. Consider these recommendations for protecting important documents and making a swift, safe evacuation. Saving your documents If a fire, hurricane or other natural disaster […]