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2026 Tax Brackets: IRS Makes Inflation Adjustments

The IRS announced several inflation adjustments for the 2026 tax year on Thursday, Oc...

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7 Reasons NOT to Convert to a Roth IRA

We’ve published a lot of content that highlights how Roth conversions can be a help...

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The Great Wealth Transfer’s Great Impact on Women

Did you know that $124 trillion is projected to transfer by 2048 according to a Decem...

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Alternative Investing: What You Need to Know

What is alternative investing and why is it so misunderstood? From private equity and...

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7 Financial Scams You Need to Be Aware Of

It's one thing to build your wealth; it's another to protect it. Let’s review seve...

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5 Key Estate Planning Items to Address

As we prepare to celebrate National Estate Planning Awareness Week, let's review thes...

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What Is a Good Monthly Retirement Income?

What is a good monthly retirement income? Let's review the nuances of retirement spe...

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The One Big Beautiful Bill Act: What You Need to Know

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act became law on July 4 after narrowly passing through th...

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8 Pre-Retirement Tasks to Address

What do you need to do to prepare for retirement? Review these eight pre-retirement t...

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Financial Checkup Time: Review These Annual Items

We hope that you’re having a wonderful start to 2025! What are your goals for the n...

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2024 Tax Return Tips

While Tax Day isn’t until April 15 each year (unless April 15 falls on a weekend), ...

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Traditional Versus Roth 401(k)

People frequently ask us whether they should contribute to a Roth 401(k) or a traditi...

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5 Types of Financial Plans

Let’s review five types of financial plans and why a comprehensive plan is critical...

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5 Reasons to Retire

Consider these key aspects of the financial planning process while reviewing these fi...

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Taxes on Retirement Income

When you leave your job and enter retirement, your tax situation can drastically chan...

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What Is the Social Security Fairness Act?

The Social Security Fairness Act repealed the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) an...

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Active Versus Passive Management

In today's world, investors will often encounter competing investment strategies know...

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The Modcast

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What Selling Your RIA Could Mean to Your Team

In episode 11 of The Modcast, hosts Jason Gordo and Gary Roth host our first guests ...

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Real Estate and Hiring in a Post-Covid World

From shifting real estate needs to evolving hiring practices, the post-COVID world ha...

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Impact of Private Equity on the RIA Industry

In episode nine of The Modcast, hosted by Gary Roth and Jason Gordo, they discuss the...

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The Elements of a Deal

In episode eight of The Modcast, hosted by Gary Roth and Jason Gordo, they discuss th...

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10 Reasons We Said YES to a Deal (A Buyer’s Perspective)

In episode six of The Modcast, hosted by Gary Roth and Jason Gordo, they discuss 10 r...

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The Surge of M&A Activity in Wealth Management

In episode five of The Modcast, hosted by Gary Roth and Jason Gordo, they discuss the...

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10 Reasons We Said NO to a Deal (A Buyer’s Perspective)

In episode seven of The Modcast, hosted by Gary Roth and Jason Gordo, they discuss 10...

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Building an Investment Platform to Support Advisor Growth

In episode 12 of The Modcast, we dive into the world of investment management with St...

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Evolution of Wealth Management Technology with Mike Capelle

In this episode, Gordo welcomes Mike Capelle, Co-Founder and Co-CEO. They dive into t...

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M&A: The Hottest Topic in the RIA Space

In episode three of The Modcast, hosted by Gary Roth and Jason Gordo, they continue d...

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3 Key Reasons to Pay Attention to Organic Growth

Gary and Gordo define organic growth, what it is and what it isn't. They discuss why ...

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Why RIA Organic Growth is So Important

In episode two of The Modcast, hosted by Gary Roth and Jason Gordo, the duo discusses...

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Building Modern Wealth Management

In our inaugural episode, "Building Something Modern," we delve into the fascinating ...

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7 Reasons NOT to Convert to a Roth IRA

We’ve published a lot of content that highlights how Roth conversions can be a help...

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2026 Tax Brackets: IRS Makes Inflation Adjustments

The IRS announced several inflation adjustments for the 2026 tax year on Thursday, Oc...

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Missouri Bill Aims to Eliminate Capital Gains Tax: What It Means for You

Missouri is on the brink of a historic tax reform that could significantly benefit in...

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New Tax Provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act

The Big Beautiful Bill extended current tax rates and included several new tax provis...

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What If We Go Back to Old Tax Rates?

Let's look at recent history of tax rates and how they could change if key provisions...

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How Does a Roth IRA Grow?

How does a Roth IRA grow? Let's review the many ways of how the Roth IRA can play a h...

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Taxes on Retirement Income

When you leave your job and enter retirement, your tax situation can drastically chan...

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How Filing for a Tax Extension Works

There can be a lot of confusion and fear about filing for a tax extension, so let’s...

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Do I Need a CPA?

The complexity of someone’s tax situation depends on several different factors, suc...

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529 Plans and Planning for Your Family’s Future

Special moments always happen in a flash—especially the times you treasure with you...

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How to Reduce RMDs with 5 Strategies

We want you to understand how to properly save and manage your money to help reduce y...

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6 Reasons Roth Conversions Could Work for You

The idea of having more tax-free money to spend in retirement or to pass on to the ne...

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Traditional Versus Roth 401(k)

People frequently ask us whether they should contribute to a Roth 401(k) or a traditi...

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2024 Tax Return Tips

While Tax Day isn’t until April 15 each year (unless April 15 falls on a weekend), ...

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Retirement

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5 Financial Planning Opportunities to Consider Before 2026

October is National Financial Planning Month! Here are five financial planning opport...

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5 Fall Activities to Do with Your Family

Are you ready for fall to be in full swing? Here five fun fall activities that you ca...

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401(k) Planning Considerations Throughout Your Career

Did you know that Friday, September 5, is National 401(k) Day? Making strategic decis...

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Financial Planning Basics: What You Need to Know

As students return to school this fall, it's important to remember that financial edu...

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What Is a Good Monthly Retirement Income?

What is a good monthly retirement income? Let's review the nuances of retirement spe...

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8 Pre-Retirement Tasks to Address

What do you need to do to prepare for retirement? Review these eight pre-retirement t...

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5 Tips on Caring for Aging Parents as Retirement Approaches

No one wants to plan for the possibility of caring for their aging parents, but it’...

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What Is the Social Security Fairness Act?

The Social Security Fairness Act repealed the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) an...

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Cybersecurity Risk Management: Protecting Yourself from Cyberattacks

Have you ever been a victim of a cyberattack? Review these cybersecurity tips to help...

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Federal Worker Layoffs: What Are Their Next Options?

Have you or your friends been impacted by the federal worker layoffs? We review some ...

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5 Spring Activities for Retirees

Is spring one of your favorite seasons? Here are five spring activities that retirees...

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5 Reasons to Retire

Consider these key aspects of the financial planning process while reviewing these fi...

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7 Financial Scams You Need to Be Aware Of

It's one thing to build your wealth; it's another to protect it. Let’s review seve...

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What Happened During the Great Recession?

For the first episode of our video essay series, we revisit a period in American his...

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Turning 18 Checklist: Legal and Financial Checklist for Parents and Teens

Turning 18 is a major milestone. It marks the transition from childhood to adulthood,...

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The One Big Beautiful Bill Act: What You Need to Know

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act became law on July 4 after narrowly passing through th...

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Sample Financial Plan

We believe that a truly effective financial plan goes beyond investing. We'll cover t...

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5 Fun Summer Activities to do with Your Family

Looking for summer activities that the whole family might enjoy? We hope these activi...

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What Is a Monte Carlo Simulation?

What are Monte Carlo simulations and how do they relate to your retirement? We answer...

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5 Types of Financial Plans

Let’s review five types of financial plans and why a comprehensive plan is critical...

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Traditional Versus Roth 401(k)

People frequently ask us whether they should contribute to a Roth 401(k) or a traditi...

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Financial Checkup Time: Review These Annual Items

We hope that you’re having a wonderful start to 2025! What are your goals for the n...

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Investments

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Donor-Advised Funds and How They Work

A Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) is a flexible giving vehicle where the donor contributes a...

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Alternative Investing: What You Need to Know

What is alternative investing and why is it so misunderstood? From private equity and...

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Federal Reserve Cuts Interest Rates for First Time in 2025, Eyes Two More This Year

For the first time in 2025, the Federal Open Market Committee cut the Fed funds rate ...

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Q3 2025 Market Update

In our Q3 2025 market update, Stephen Tuckwood assesses recent market performance and...

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Sequence of Returns Risk and Why Timing Matters

Have you thought about the potential impact of retiring during a prolonged market dow...

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Monthly Market Update for May 2025

In our Monthly Market Update for May 2025, Stephen Tuckwood, CFA, reviews why stocks ...

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529 Plans and Planning for Your Family’s Future

Special moments always happen in a flash—especially the times you treasure with you...

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Active Versus Passive Management

In today's world, investors will often encounter competing investment strategies know...

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Navigating Economic Uncertainty: Special Market Update

Welcome to another special market update, where Stephen Tuckwood, CFA, addresses the ...

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Trump Pauses Several Reciprocal Tariffs for 90 Days

Markets surge after President Trump pauses several of his reciprocal tariffs for 90 d...

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Assessing Market Volatility Following April 2 Tariffs

Stephen Tuckwood, CFA, shares a special market update pertaining to the recent market...

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Monthly Market Update for February 2025

While bonds performed well in February following a strong January, the same could not...

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Monthly Market Update for January 2025

In our January Monthly Market Update, Director of Investments Stephen Tuckwood review...

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Super Catch-up 401(k) Contributions: Are You Eligible to Make Them?

If you’re 50 or older and are still working, have you been making catch-up contribu...

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