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Three Big Changes to Charitable Contribution Deductions
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act included three new tax provisions pertaining to charitable deductions that will take effect for tax year 2026.

Sara Stiles, MSFP, CFP®
Nov 5, 20255 min read


New "No Tax on Tips" Deduction Explained
Workers in up to 68 occupations could see their tax burden reduced by the "no tax on tips" deduction.

Sara Stiles, MSFP, CFP®
Nov 3, 20253 min read


Mandatory Roth Catch-Up Contributions Begin in 2026
In September, the IRS issued final regulations related to mandatory Roth catch-ups. Beginning in 2026, those with FICA wages exceeding $145,000 will be required to make catch-up contributions on a Roth, rather than a pre-tax, basis. We've created a client alert to help explain what this may mean for high earners participating in 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b) plans.

Sara Stiles, MSFP, CFP®
Oct 9, 20253 min read


Why Did the Federal Government Shut Down? And What Happens Now?
It's impossible to predict how long the current shutdown might last, but it may be helpful to know more about why it happened and what you can expect if it continues.

Sara Stiles, MSFP, CFP®
Oct 3, 20256 min read


One Big Beautiful Bill Act and the Small Business Owner
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), signed into law on July 4, 2025, includes several provisions that affect business owners. Here are five specific changes to pay close attention to.

Sara Stiles, MSFP, CFP®
Aug 28, 20255 min read


New Senior Deduction Explained
While the new senior deduction offers a potential tax benefit to eligible taxpayers through 2028, the deduction may reduce income tax revenue to the Social Security trust funds.

Sara Stiles, MSFP, CFP®
Aug 27, 20253 min read


Tax and Spending Bill Signed into Law
One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) on July 4, 2025. The legislation includes multiple tax provisions that will guide individuals, business owners, and investors in planning their finances for many years to come.

Sara Stiles, MSFP, CFP®
Jul 15, 20257 min read


New Tax Legislation: What's on the Table
H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, narrowly passed the House of Representatives on May 22, 2025. The legislation is now being deliberated in the Senate, after the Senate Committee on Finance released its own version of proposed tax provisions on June 16, 2025.

Sara Stiles, MSFP, CFP®
Jun 30, 20253 min read


Infographic: The Top Performing Stock Market Sectors in 2024
This graphic compares S&P 500 sector returns in 2024, along with each sector's weight in the index.

Grant Stiles, CIO, CFP®
Feb 12, 20252 min read


Positive Enhancements for Retirement Savers
Section 109 of the SECURE Act 2.0 introduces significant enhancements.

Sara Stiles, MSFP, CFP®
Aug 29, 20241 min read


Tax-Efficient Exit Planning on Main Street
Did you know you can buy our sell a business without needing to secure financing, and without paying brokerage commissions or six figures...

Sara Stiles, MSFP, CFP®
Jan 19, 20211 min read


Decisions, Decisions: Choosing Among Retirement Plan Contribution Types
Decisions, Decisions: Choosing Among Retirement Plan Contribution Types

Sara Stiles, MSFP, CFP®
Jul 14, 20206 min read


Real Estate as an Investment: the why's and how-to's
Sara Stiles invites real estate experts, Vinny Monarez and Kim Martin, to help her discuss how real estate fits into financial planning.

Sara Stiles, MSFP, CFP®
Mar 27, 20201 min read


Simplified Succession Plans for Main Street
The transfer of a business doesn’t have to be complicated for closely held businesses. Nor does it have to be so expensive.

Sara Stiles, MSFP, CFP®
Mar 18, 20204 min read
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