Charity and Taxes

Charity and Taxes

Oct 16, 2018 | Taxes

According to the latest report from the Association of Fundraising Professionals, charitable giving has taken a hit in 2018: Among 13,000 organizations analyzed, they’ve found a 2 percent drop in money donated and a 6.6 percent drop in donors over last year. The...
New Tax Act Planning

New Tax Act Planning

Sep 7, 2018 | Taxes

The recent tax law change enacted last year will affect every 2018 taxpayer. Those who contribute to charitable causes may be surprised to learn that they will be among those most affected. This is because many deductions may be limited under the new law....
An Offer to Donors

An Offer to Donors

Jul 25, 2018 | Charitable Giving

C.S. Lewis once wrote, “For many of us, the great obstacle to charity lies not in our luxurious living or desire for more money, but in our fear – fear of insecurity.” Point being, there is a perceived competition for a limited amount of financial resources. If...
An Idea To Improve Your Retirement Years

An Idea To Improve Your Retirement Years

Jun 20, 2018 | Retirement

Folks at or near retirement often are at a reflective stage in their life. By this time, personal finances are typically well defined and what to do with their remaining years starts to enter their thinking. Many, now having time, talent, and treasure look to move...
When Will You Develop Your Legacy

When Will You Develop Your Legacy

May 11, 2018 | Financial planning

There is a lot of interest these days in financial planning circles about Legacy. This may be the result of the county’s aging demographic and the fact that the greatest wealth transfer in history will soon be taking place as the current generation passes on. Clients...