Naming a Trust as Your IRA Beneficiary

In today’s Marietta Daily Journal, Bil Lako, CFP®, explains using a trust as a beneficiary for your IRA. Read the Article
Internal Revenue Code Section 409A (Governing Nonqualified Deferred Compensation Plans)

Nonqualified deferred compensation plans are not governed by ERISA rules, but they must comply with Sec. 409A of the IRS. Learn more in this Business Tip.
U.S. Census Bureau Issues Report on Health Insurance Coverage in 2013

The U.S. Census Bureau reports 86.6% of the population had health insurance in 2013. Learn more in this week’s Insurance Tip.
Retiring and Relocating? Don’t Neglect State Taxes!

Have you considered moving to a tax-friendly state in which to spend your golden years? Find out what we mean in this week’s Tax Tip.
Deadline Approaching for Undoing a 2013 Roth IRA Conversion

You have until Oct. 15, 2014, to undo your 2013 traditional IRA to Roth IRA conversion. Learn why you should consider it in this week’s Financial Tip.
Annuity May Offer Options for Investors

In today’s Marietta Daily Journal, Bil Lako, CFP®, explains the new tax benefit for qualified longevity annuity contracts held in an IRA. Read the Article
Customize QuickBooks’ Reports, Make Better Business Decisions

It’s time to take advantage of QuickBooks’ greatest strength: customizable reports. Read all about it in this special QuickBooks Tip.
Viatical Settlements

If you are terminally ill, you have the option to sell your life insurance policy for a lump-sum cash payment. Learn all about Viatical Settlements in this week’s Insurance Tip.
10 Basic Tax To-Dos for the Rest of 2014

It’s time to gear up for year-end tax planning! Read 10 To-Dos for the last few months of 2014 in this week’s Tax Tip.
The Potential Pitfalls of DIY Estate Planning

DIY estate plans may be penny-wise and pound-foolish. Know the risks before you bypass your estate planning attorney. Learn more in this Financial Tip.