Dear Friends,
As we work through the Russia - Ukraine developing situation and the conflicts in Israel, thoughtful planning and ongoing opportunistic adjustments will be more important than ever. Click HERE for a look back at quarter 4 of 2023 and our thoughts for the future.
The SECURE ACT and The CARES ACT: What's in it for ME?
Despite the contentious and partisan US political climate, congress passed NEW legislation in 2019 and in 2020 that will materially affect Retirement, Taxes, and College Savings now and for years to come.
There are several new tax provisions that may require a review of retirement and estate plans that incorporate Qualified (e.g. IRA, 401k, Profit Sharing, etc ) accounts. Click HERE for a short summary of the SECURE ACT. Click HERE for a short summary of the CARES ACT.
Feel free to contact us to have a conversation about any of the content above or to re-evaluate your overall goals and planning.
Thank-You again for your continued trust in our firm to help add clarity and confidence to your future.
Warmest Regards,
Anthony J. Marino, CLU ChFC FLMI
Marino Financial Advisors, (978) 649-2212
Newsletters
-
SECURE 2.0 Makes It Easier to Give and Receive
The SECURE 2.0 Act modified the rules for qualified charitable distributions to allow funding a charitable gift annuity or charitable remainder trust from an IRA.
-
Much Ado About RMDs
This article provides an overview of the changes the SECURE 2.0 Act made and a brief explanation of how to calculate required minimum distributions from tax-advantaged retirement accounts.
-
Mutual Funds: What’s in Your Portfolio?
Mutual funds offer a convenient way to invest across a wide range of market activity. This article provides an overview of different types of mutual funds in order of typical risk.
-
HOT TOPIC: Rising Oil Prices Could Pose the Latest Threat to the Economy
This article discusses the market dynamics that are impacting oil prices and adding to concerns about broader inflation and economic growth.
Calculators
-
Taxable Equivalent Yield
Calculate the rate of return you would have to receive from a taxable investment to realize an equivalent tax-exempt yield.
-
Loan Payoff
How much will it cost to pay off a loan over its lifetime?
-
Life Insurance
How much life insurance would you need to produce a sufficient income stream for your family?
-
Car Affordability
How much can you afford to pay for a car?