TAX & FINANCIAL INSIGHTS BLOG
July 2, 2019
One of the key things we do is educate our clients on the different savings and investment tools available. One of the critical points of confusion we try to dispel are the strengths and weaknesses between Traditional and Roth IRAs. We often see clients who are entirely sold on one over the other even though the best retirement plans usually involve a mix of the two at different times in the income and savings cycle. Timing and planning are both critical aspects for determining when to use each vehicle.
April 30, 2019
According to the CFA Institute, a global organization of investment professionals, you as an investor have certain rights - 10 to be exact.
Here’s an inside look on the first investor right as established by the institute…
February 12, 2019
The IRS has announced that they will begin accepting returns on January 28, 2019. The filing deadline is Monday, April 15, 2019. Any returns submitted to […]
January 17, 2019
The tax reform of 2018 affects Realty professionals in three ways: the impact to your realty business, the impact on your future real estate prospects and the impact on the future purchasing power of your clients. Read more here.
September 11, 2018
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, went into effect at the start of 2018, and while you may be aware of many significant changes, have you thought about its impact to your charitable giving schedule?
Kroon and Mitchell dive into charitable giving in light of the new regulations, providing you, your friends, and family members with a way to continue your charitable contributions well into 2018 and beyond.
July 31, 2018
Unfortunately, investment missteps are the kind that can come back to haunt you in the future, especially when it comes to retirement planning. In this article we look at how much you should set aside for retirement and how much should go into the right kind of long-term investments. Learn about the long-term benefits.
May 2, 2018
Divorce is the perfect storm when major unpredictable factors merge together to become a force to be reckoned with. There are the legal, financial, emotional and spiritual areas that can be frightening and make you feel like you are losing control. Even true for those who have captained the seas of life for a long time. Because at any time the winds can change, the unknown forces can lead you to shipwreck your life.
March 7, 2018
Are you staring into a cardboard box full of pay stubs, potential deductions, receipts, and itemized lists wondering what’s next? Tax season is in full swing and one of the biggest decisions taxpayers face is how to file their returns.
January 26, 2018
The 2018 Federal Tax Reform is starting to impact corporations, individuals and small businesses. Learn more about what is happening and what's to come here.
June 20, 2017
Have you questioned whether you can take on managing your finances yourself? Do you only have a 401K and allow the company assigned by your employer to manage the account? If you have an advisor already, is he or she the right partner for you? If you’re unsure if you need additional financial assistance, keep reading!
December 29, 2017
Grand Rapids Business Journal interviewed our own Phil Mitchell to get his comments on the 2018 Federal Tax Reform.
April 2, 2018
One can never underestimate the importance on having a trusted financial advisor. Forbes.com shared comments from Phil Mitchell on tell-tale signs you could be heading for trouble.
April 11, 2018
Shelley Irwin interviewed our own Phil Mitchell along with Dennis Echelbarger to talk last minute tax preparation tips.
May 2, 2018
Divorce is the perfect storm when major unpredictable factors merge together to become a force to be reckoned with. There are the legal, financial, emotional and spiritual areas that can be frightening and make you feel like you are losing control. Even true for those who have captained the seas of life for a long time. Because at any time the winds can change, the unknown forces can lead you to shipwreck your life.
July 31, 2018
Unfortunately, investment missteps are the kind that can come back to haunt you in the future, especially when it comes to retirement planning. In this article we look at how much you should set aside for retirement and how much should go into the right kind of long-term investments. Learn about the long-term benefits.
October 19, 2018
Grand Rapids Business Journal interviewed our own Phil Mitchell to get his comments on how the new tax law impacts charitable giving.