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Geopolitical Conflict and Markets: A Historical Perspective
Focus Partners Advisor Solutions – March 2, 2026 Recent geopolitical developments, including renewed conflict in the Middle East, have understandably...
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March Madness—Smart Tax Moves That Save You Money
The April 15th tax deadline is just around the corner. For some, you’ll file and be done with the madness sometime...
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Spousal IRAs: Retirement Savings Rules
Spousal IRAs Explained: Retirement Savings Rules for 2026 Not all married couples earn dual incomes. During the course of a...
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When Is the Last Time You Reviewed Your Account Beneficiaries?
In today’s fast‑paced world, it’s easy to lose track of important financial details, including when you last reviewed your account...
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Qualified Charitable Distributions: A Smart Tax Strategy for Retirement Giving
Qualified Charitable Distributions: A Smart Tax Strategy for Retirement Giving Gigi G. LeKites, CFP®, CRPC® Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) can...
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Are You Ready for the New Roth Catch-Up Contribution Rules?
Catch-up contributions have long been a way for taxpayers to put more dollars into their retirement accounts as they get...
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FAFSA 2026-2027 Update: What Students and Families Need to Know
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form for the 2026-2027 school year is now available. The FAFSA was...
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2025 Year-End Planning & Tax Update Webinar Recording
2025 Year-End Update Webinar Recording Ready to make confident, year‑end tax decisions? Our on‑demand webinar explains what the newly enacted...
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November Ekes Out a Gain
While the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite slipped last month, both the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the S&P 500 shook off...
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Phantom Income Tax Implications
Imagine receiving a tax bill for income that never made its way into your bank account. It sounds like a...
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Medicare Made Simple: 10 Key Questions Answered
Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance to Americans 65 and older, as well as to certain younger...
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Your Financial Snapshot: Why a Personal Financial Inventory Matters
Thinking about the future of your finances may not be an appealing use of your time. But chances are it...
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