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October 13, 2022

Roth IRAs vs. 529 plans, job candidate questions, and an IRS extension

Learn about Roth IRAs as a potential investment for children, questions to ask and avoid in job interviews, and recent news from the IRS and SEC in this podcast episode with transcript.

October 11, 2022

The ins and outs of Roth IRAs for children

It’s possible to fund Roth IRAs for children, and this could be a terrific financial planning move for their futures, although the strategy has limitations.

September 26, 2022

IRS raises per diem standard rates for business travel

Under Notice 2022-44, the high-low method rates will be slightly higher and the list of high-cost localities in the continental United States is revised, both effective Oct. 1.

September 20, 2022

Stretching retirement dollars by living abroad

Practical tips could help retirees make the most of their money in a place with a substantially lower cost of living.

September 15, 2022

A quick tour of student loan forgiveness, a quiz, and a letter to the IRS

This express podcast episode with transcript hits the highlights of recent Journal of Accountancy news coverage of student loan debt forgiveness, an AICPA letter urging penalty relief from the IRS, and more.

September 15, 2022

Financial planning impacts of the Inflation Reduction Act

The recently passed legislation ultimately will help with one of the biggest wild cards of retirement — health care planning — but immediate updates to financial plans are likely not needed.

September 8, 2022

Student loan forgiveness: Advice from a CPA financial planner

Brianne C. Smith, a member of the AICPA Personal Finance Planning Executive Committee, discusses how she’s going beyond the headlines to help her clients maximize their savings.

September 1, 2022

Help clients make 3 critical shifts in retirement

Retirees need to learn to look differently at spending, taxes, and powers of attorney.

August 23, 2022

Investing and inflation: Not mutually exclusive

Although investing in times of high inflation can be tricky, tried-and-true principles of having a well-diversified portfolio and not panicking still hold.

August 2, 2022

3 strategic uses for Roth IRAs beyond retirement

A Roth IRA can serve as a backup vehicle for pursuing multiple savings goals.

August 1, 2022

Susan M. Tillery, CPA/PFS

Susan M. Tillery, CPA/PFS, is president and co-founder of Paraklete Financial Inc. and co-owner of Financial Planning Advocate LLC, both in Kennesaw, Ga.

July 12, 2022

How to advise clients buying vacation rental property

CPA financial planners can help vacation rental owners to maximize profit and peace of mind and minimize surprises.

June 2, 2022

Hiring family members in a small business

Employing children and other relatives in a family business can yield tax advantages, but there are potential drawbacks to consider.

May 12, 2022

Building a tax-efficient retirement income plan for clients

For retirees, effective tax planning requires taking a long view and spending down assets from a variety of sources each year.

May 1, 2022

Adopting a child: Tax planning considerations

Parents pursuing an adoption can use a CPA’s advice.

April 22, 2022

Help clients achieve flexible spending in retirement

Does the 4% rule still make sense? A CPA financial planner discusses how advisers can help ensure their clients can spend with flexibility throughout retirement.

April 19, 2022

ENGAGE emcee: Why inflation could cause retirement U-turns

Hear or read this conversation with a CBS News business analyst on top questions asked of financial planners and what role inflation and tax rates may play.

April 1, 2022

How CPA financial planning firms can move forward post-pandemic

Firms and clients are both reassessing their
priorities in the wake of the pandemic.

April 1, 2022

Helping retirement plan participants understand their net worth

Two easy mistakes seen in retirement planning involve valuation of pensions and improper net-worth comparisons.

March 31, 2022

The pros and cons of delaying Social Security

Make sure your decision about when to claim Social Security benefits is an informed one that takes into consideration your expected longevity along with various financial and other factors.