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The Money Saving Secret of Donor Advised Funds Explained

Written by Zachary Morris, CFP® on August 13, 2025.

Have you ever wondered what a donor-advised fund is and how you could use it to maximize your charitable giving and tax benefits? There are a few different ways to give to charity. Donor-advised funds (DAFs) or charitable gift funds are one of the most flexible and efficient tools for philanthropy and financial planning. In this post, we’ll break down exactly how DAFs work, how they compare to private foundations, what assets are best to contribute, and the smart strategies you can use to make the most of your giving.

Create Your Estate Plan in 2025 with These 3 Essential Documents!

Written by Zachary Morris, CFP® on March 10, 2025.

Learn about the three essential estate planning documents—will, power of attorney, and healthcare directives—to help protect your assets and loved ones.

Estate planning is an essential step in helping protect your financial legacy and guiding how your wishes are to be carried out. While the process may seem complex, you can address the majority of estate planning needs by having three key documents in place: a will, power of attorney, and healthcare directives.

These documents help you manage your assets, protect your loved ones, and help direct your affairs according to your preferences. If you haven’t reviewed your estate plan in years—or don’t have one at all—now is the time to get started.

Cash Crunch? Here Are 4 Tax-Friendly Ways to Get Cash Quickly!

Written by Zachary Morris, CFP® on February 27, 2025.

Learn about four tax-friendly ways to get cash quickly while potentially minimizing tax liabilities

Finding yourself in a short-term cash crunch can be stressful, especially when you need funds quickly without triggering a large taxable event. Whether it’s for a down payment on a home or another financial need, there are strategies available to help you access cash while minimizing tax implications. In this article, we’ll explore four tax-friendly ways to get cash quickly that could make a difference in managing your finances.

Get More Out of Your Home Purchase with These Tax Tips!

Written by Zachary Morris, CFP® on February 13, 2025.

Discover smart home purchase tax tips, including how to use investment interest deductions to help maximize your tax benefits and potentially save more.

When purchasing a home, most people focus on traditional mortgage interest deductions without realizing there may be alternative strategies to maximize tax benefits. This article provides insights on potential strategies to optimize deductions when buying a home. By utilizing specific techniques, you may be able to transform standard mortgage interest into an investment interest deduction, providing significant tax advantages.

This article explores a unique approach to home purchase tax tips, focusing on investment interest deductions and how they may benefit your financial strategy.

Tax-Efficient Gifting: Strategies to Share Your Wealth with the Next Generation

Written by Zachary Morris, CFP® on January 2, 2025.

Learn about tax-efficient gifting strategies, including annual exclusions, 529 plans, and direct payments, to enhance your estate planning

Are you concerned about your estate being subject to federal estate taxes? Or perhaps you’d like to see your loved ones benefit from your wealth during your lifetime rather than after you’re gone? If so, you’re not alone. Many individuals seek ways to pass wealth efficiently to the next generation while addressing the complexities of estate taxes.

In this article, we’ll explore multiple strategies for transferring wealth in a tax-efficient way. These approaches align with current laws and exemptions and aim to preserve as much of your estate as possible for your beneficiaries.

Navigating the Complexities of Inheritance Tax: Strategies for More Efficient Wealth Transfer

Written by Jeff Diamond on September 30, 2024.

Explore strategies for managing inheritance tax and more efficiently transferring wealth to your heirs.

When it comes to leaving a legacy, few topics are as emotionally charged and complex as inheritance tax. As you plan to pass on your hard-earned wealth, the last thing you want is for your loved ones to face significant financial challenges. Unfortunately, inheritance tax is a reality that can diminish the wealth you intend to transfer. However, with thoughtful planning and strategic foresight, it is possible to navigate these complexities and manage the impact on your legacy. Let’s explore some key aspects of inheritance tax as well as some practical strategies to help you transfer your wealth more efficiently.

Year-End Charitable Giving: 5 Strategies to Know

Written by Jeff Diamond on November 6, 2023.

Year-end charitable giving could be a great way to reduce your tax liability while making a difference in others’ lives.

Support Your Favorite Charities While Potentially Reaping Tax Benefits

Taxes are an unfortunate fact of life. However, if you develop a strategy to reduce your total taxable income, you may see a marked decrease in the amount you owe each year – which can be a welcome outcome as we approach the holiday season and begin spending more on gifts, travel, and entertaining. If you’re hoping to reduce your taxable income this year, you might be happy to hear that you can enjoy possible tax benefits while also making a positive difference in other people’s lives. To do so, you need to select the right year-end charitable giving strategy. Read on for five such strategies that may fit your needs, both from a philanthropic standpoint and as smart tax planning.

High-Net-Worth Estate Planning: Tax-Efficient Tips

Written by Jeff Diamond on June 28, 2023.

Optimize your high-net-worth estate planning with tax-efficient strategies for maximum wealth preservation.

Tax-Savvy Moves to Protect Your Legacy

Estate planning is a critical aspect of financial management, especially if you are a high-net-worth individual. To optimize your financial legacy while complying with legal requirements, it is essential to consider tax-efficient strategies. By implementing effective high-net-worth estate planning techniques, you may minimize tax liabilities and ensure a smooth transition of wealth to future generations. Below, we will explore a comprehensive range of tips for tax-efficient estate planning that may help you maximize the preservation and distribution of your assets.

Choosing the Best Retirement Plan for Your Employees

Written by Zachary Morris, CFP® on December 6, 2021.

Review the Options to Determine the Best Employer-Sponsored Plan for Your Company

As a small business owner, you understand all the complexities that come with being responsible for not only yourself, your company, and your family – but for your employees, as well. While it’s easy to get bogged down in the day-to-day details of running your business, periodically taking stock of your company’s overall financial health is a great way to ensure that your business is in a position to thrive now – and for years to come. Consider the options, pros, and cons when trying to choose the best retirement plan for your employees.

Each day, you make decisions that affect your business. How can you be sure that you’re keeping the big picture in mind and that each decision you make is a sound choice for your bottom line and long-term business goals? Below we’ll share a simple but effective financial health checklist for your small business.