by Joe Allaria CFP®, MBA | Apr 1, 2025 | Article, Portfolio Management, Risk Management, Tax Planning, Video
Estate Planning in Illinois: Everything You Need to Know Key Takeaways: Estate planning in Illinois isn’t just for the wealthy — everyone, no matter their age or assets, benefits from having a plan to clarify how their property, finances, and medical decisions will be...
by Joe Allaria CFP®, MBA | Mar 17, 2025 | Article, Portfolio Management, Risk Management, Tax Planning, Video
How Tariffs Could Impact Your Investments, Retirement, and Everyday Expenses Key Takeaway: Tariffs raise prices on everyday goods and create market uncertainty, which can strain your budget and increase volatility in your investment and retirement accounts. In recent...
by Joe Allaria CFP®, MBA | Feb 25, 2025 | Article, Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning, Video
2025 Stock Market Predictions Key Takeaway: 2025 may not deliver another blockbuster rally — most gains are likely to be modest, and many experts expect the market to tread water or see only a small uptick. The Truth About Market Predictions: Why Most Experts Get It...
by Joe Allaria CFP®, MBA | Nov 10, 2018 | Retirement Planning, Video
What Can I Do with an Inherited IRA? Understanding Your Options for an Inherited IRA If you’ve become the beneficiary of an IRA or other retirement account, it’s important to know your options. Option 1: Taking a Lump-Sum Distribution You can take the...
by Joe Allaria CFP®, MBA | Oct 11, 2018 | Tax Planning, Video
How to Prepare for Taxes at the End of the Year Year-End Tax Planning Tips Here are some tips to help you lessen your tax burden at the end of the year. 1. Stay Informed About Upcoming Tax Law Changes First, be aware of any tax changes that will take place in the new...
by Joe Allaria CFP®, MBA | Sep 17, 2018 | Video
3 Ways to Boost Your Social Security Benefits How to Increase Social Security Benefits: 3 Proven Strategies A question we often hear is, is it possible to increase my Social Security benefits? The answer is yes. There are three basic ways you can boost your benefits,...
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