Plan for a Comfortable Retirement
We plan for retirement because we know that we may not want to work forever. An artificial retirement age set by our employer may limit our options. Health issues may also dictate when we decide to retire. With your input, we can help devise a plan that puts you on the road to financial security. […]
How an HSA Can Boost Your Retirement Savings
To have a health savings account (HSA), you generally must be covered by a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) at work. HDHPs have become popular in recent years as employers have struggled to keep health benefit costs down. If you’re not covered by one now, you might be soon, as more employers consider the advantages. Also, […]
New Tax Law Improves QCD Benefits
Seniors who must take withdrawals from their IRAs may be able to benefit from a special tax provision for qualified charitable distributions (QCDs). Briefly stated, this provision allows people in their 70s and older to transfer funds directly from an IRA to a charity without any adverse tax consequences. The new SECURE 2.0 law enhances […]
PKS Investment Advisors LLC Announces New Partner
PKS Investment Advisors LLC, is pleased to announce that Gigi G. LeKites, CFP®, CRPC®, has been admitted as a partner with the firm. Her admission is a direct result of her continued commitment to client service, business acumen and technical proficiency. Dan O’Connell, managing partner of PKS, is proud to have Gigi join the partner […]
Recession Preparation
By: Gigi G. LeKites, CFP®, CRPC® Inflation is up, the market is down and now there’s talk about a recession! Just the idea of a recession makes the calmest person sweat. And what if a recession is coming? Is there something we should be doing to prepare? Yes, there are a few things you can […]
Striking a Balance Between Retirement Planning and College Saving
For 2022, the amount you can sock away into your 401(k), 403(b) and most 457 plans will rise another $1,000 to $20,500. If you’re at least 50 years of age, you can put away up to $27,000 thanks to catch-up contributions. The limit on “total additions” to those plans — that is your deferrals and […]
Reap Tax Rewards from Securities Harvest This Fall
With autumn coming up, it’s time to think about “harvesting” capital gains or losses from sales of securities. In addition, unfavorable tax law changes proposed in President Biden’s American Families Plan (AFP) may create an added sense of urgency for some taxpayers. (See “Proposed Tax Law Changes” at bottom.) The Basics When you sell securities […]
Webinar: Market Concerns Today – Your Questions Answered
On July 14, 2021, we hosted a live town-hall webinar offering a look ahead on various investment topics, as well as answers on top-of-mind investor issues. Watch this video hear unique insights on topics such as: is it the right time to invest at market all-time highs? government stimulus spending, inflation and national debt; Bitcoin […]
Should You Consider an Employer Roth 401(k) Account?
Nowadays, many employer retirement plans give employees the option of contributing to designated Roth accounts (DRAs). According to a 2020 survey, 75% of employer plans now offer DRAs, which are also known as Roth 401(k) accounts. If your employer offers this option and your income is too high to make annual Roth IRA contributions, contributing […]
Buy Insurance You Need, Not What You’re Sold
Take control of your insurance. Assess your needs, review your options, and make an informed decision. Here are some thoughts on that process.
