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A few weeks ago our 14-year-old daughter ordered a $30 item online with her own hard-earned cash. She was proud of herself—until a notice popped up: the product was coming from overseas and a tariff of roughly $30 would be due at delivery. She looked at me, stunned. “Wait… I have to pay double to get it?” She paused, thought, and said, “I still want it.” https://www.youtube.com/live/gV_EvvpiXww That tiny moment shows a big reality: taxes aren't just something you deal with in April. They show up everywhere, often without warning, and every one of them is a leak in your wealth bucket. It's also a simple picture of why taxes and wealth creation are tied together in ways most families never see. The Real Link Between Taxes and Wealth CreationTaxes and wealth creation: Why taxes are the biggest wealth leakThe compounding cost of taxesTaxes and wealth creation: 95% of the tax code is about how not to pay taxes“Is this deductible?” vs “How do I make this deductible?”Taxes and wealth creation: Tax planning is not tax preparationTaxes and wealth creation: The SECURE Act and a silent inheritance taxThe 10-year inherited IRA ruleTaxes and wealth creation: Roth conversions as a legacy moveTaxes and wealth creation: Positioning money where compounding can keep workingReal estate incentivesCharitable givingWhole life insurance for tax-efficient legacyTaxes and wealth creation: Thinking past your lifetimeHere's the point: taxes and wealth creation rise and fall together.Book A Strategy CallFAQWhat is the connection between taxes and wealth creation?Why do taxes feel invisible to most families?What did the SECURE Act change for inherited retirement accounts?Are Roth conversions a good strategy for generational wealth?How does real estate help with tax-efficient wealth building?Why is tax planning different from tax preparation?How does whole life insurance fit into tax-efficient legacy planning? The Real Link Between Taxes and Wealth Creation This topic matters because taxes quietly take more from most families than any other expense. Not your mortgage. Not your lifestyle. Taxes. In this article we're going to pull taxes out of the “yearly chore” box and put them where they belong—in the center of your wealth plan. You'll see why taxes are such a drag on compounding, how the tax code rewards certain behaviors, what the SECURE Act changed for retirement accounts and heirs, and why Roth conversions and other strategies can protect wealth for your lifetime and beyond. The goal is simple: help you keep more dollars in your control so they can grow and bless your family for generations. Taxes and wealth creation: Why taxes are the biggest wealth leak Most people think about taxes as a single event: file your return, see if you owe or get a refund, and move on. But Bruce made a point that changes everything: we pay taxes on almost every transaction. Federal and state income taxes are just the obvious ones. Add sales tax, gasoline taxes, property taxes, and the taxes baked into your phone and internet bill—and the true cost is enormous. Even when you don't see it, you pay it. And the dollars you lose to taxes don't just disappear today. You lose what those dollars could have become after decades of compounding. Once money leaves your control, the future of that money is gone forever. The compounding cost of taxes I love pictures, so here's one we used. Imagine your money as water in a five-gallon bucket. If there are leaks in the bottom, you don't arrive anywhere with a full bucket. Taxes are one of the biggest leaks. You can earn more and work harder, but if you don't seal the leaks, your progress is always slower than it should be. Think about the penny-doubling example. A penny doubled daily for 30 days becomes millions, but for the first week it still feels tiny. That's why people underestimate compounding. Taxes interrupt that curve. They pull dollars out before they ever reach the steep part of growth. Wealth isn't only about what you earn. It's about what you keep and control long enough for compounding to do its job. That's why taxes and wealth creation are inseparable. Taxes and wealth creation: 95% of the tax code is about how not to pay taxes Bruce shared something that shaped his whole view. A former IRS auditor once told him: only about 5% of the tax code explains how you pay taxes. The other 95% explains how you don't have to pay taxes. That surprised me at first, but it's true. Congress uses the tax code to steer behavior. If they want more housing, they reward people who provide housing. If they want investment in certain industries, they create incentives there. The incentives exist on purpose. If lawmakers didn't want people to use them, they wouldn't be written into law. “Is this deductible?” vs “How do I make this deductible?” Tax strategist Tom Wheelwright says the wrong question is, “Is this deductible?” The right question is, “How do I make this deductible?” Example: if you travel to evaluate real estate deals and your primary purpose is legitimate business, documented properly, the tax code may allow deductions. The key isn't being clever. The key is following the rules clearly. We never recommend gray areas. Good tax strategies are black-and-white and well documented. Taxes and wealth creation: Tax planning is not tax preparation The tax code is thousands of pages long and changes constantly. Many CPAs are overloaded with compliance work—paperwork, deadlines, filing logistics. So a lot of families get tax preparation, not tax planning. Preparation reports what happened and tells you what you owe. Planning helps you shape what you owe before the year ends. If you want to build wealth, you can't treat planning like an afterthought. You may need a professional whose mindset is: “My job is to help your family pay the least amount of tax legally possible.” Not because taxes are bad, but because every dollar saved is a dollar that can compound, be invested, or be given with purpose. Taxes and wealth creation: The SECURE Act and a silent inheritance tax If you have tax-deferred retirement accounts—401(k)s, IRAs, 403(b)s, SEP IRAs, deferred annuities—you need to understand what changed. Older rules required minimum distributions (RMDs) at age 70½. The SECURE Act pushed that age to 75. That sounds like a gift, but it has a catch: more years of growth means a larger account, which often leads to larger taxable withdrawals later. But the bigger change hits your heirs. The 10-year inherited IRA rule If a tax-deferred account passes to a spouse, they can keep deferring. If it passes to your kids or grandkids, most beneficiaries must empty the account within 10 years. Picture a 45-year-old inheriting a $1 million IRA. Under old stretch rules, they could take small withdrawals over a lifetime. Now many will take around 10% per year—about $100,000 annually—stacked on top of their working income, often in their highest-earning years. That pushes those inherited dollars into their top tax bracket. So the SECURE Act didn't remove taxes. It concentrated them. If you do nothing, your children may pay far more tax on your retirement savings than you ever expected. Taxes and wealth creation: Roth conversions as a legacy move This is where Roth conversions come in. We're not giving advice here—your personal facts matter—but the principle is powerful. A Roth conversion means paying tax on some tax-deferred dollars now so they move into a Roth account. Later withdrawals are tax-free. When the Roth passes to heirs, they still follow the 10-year rule, but distributions are generally income-tax-free. When we run numbers with families, we often find that paying some tax earlier can reduce the total tax bite over two lifetimes—yours and your kids'. For families who care about legacy, that's a big deal. Taxes and wealth creation: Positioning money where compounding can keep working Bruce listed several straightforward ways families can keep more dollars compounding without needing complex structures. Real estate incentives Real estate is a clear example of Congress rewarding behavior. The U.S. needs more housing, so the tax code offers depreciation and, in some cases, bonus depreciation for certain investments. Those deductions can offset taxable income and free up cash flow for more investment. The rules are specific, so strategy and documentation matter. Charitable giving If generosity is already part of your family culture, don't ignore how charitable strategies can lower taxes while letting you support what matters most. Whole life insurance for tax-efficient legacy This is a place where our work often connects the dots. Properly designed whole life insurance has a unique tax profile: cash value grows tax-deferred, you can access it through policy loans without triggering income tax, and the death benefit passes to heirs income-tax-free. We like to say that every tax dollar you save is another dollar you can reposition into assets that serve generations. Whole life often becomes a family gold reserve—liquid in your lifetime, leveraged at death, and protected from future tax surprises. Taxes and wealth creation: Thinking past your lifetime During the episode I shared a golf analogy. Your wealth plan is like a golf swing. Most people only focus on the backswing—everything that happens until you hit the ball. In life, that's “my lifetime.” But legacy is the follow-through. Where does the ball go after contact? What trajectory does your wealth take after you're gone? When you plan only for your life, you miss the biggest multiplier in tax planning: time across generations. When you plan with follow-through, you make different choices today—like paying some taxes sooner—because you see how that can protect your children from a heavier burden later.

We review Roth IRAs, Traditional IRAs, and SEP IRAs for small business owners.  we list the top performing sectors of the S&P 500 so far in 2025, and we tell you about the number one performing sector over the last month and why it just may be an opportunity for investors in 2026.  We also list the top ETFs in that sector and review a stock pick there from a top Wall Street Analyst.

What if a single decision could save a business owner thousands in taxes every year?On Grow Your Business and Grow Your Wealth, guest host Samuel Russell sits down with Rob Brand, tax strategist at Comprehensive Business Services in Newark, Delaware, for an eye-opening conversation on tax structure, S Corporation strategy, retirement planning, and what business owners get wrong about their numbers. Rob breaks down how S Corporations really work, why most LLC owners are paying more than they should, how retirement accounts like SEP IRAs and self-directed IRAs can be used for real estate investing, and the huge difference proactive tax planning makes. He also talks about the ideal client he helps, the biggest mistakes he sees business owners make, and when to start planning for an exit. This episode is packed with simple explanations, clear examples, and strategies business owners can use immediately.───────────────────────────────Key Takeaways→ Why S Corporation election can dramatically reduce self-employment taxes for LLC owners→ How reasonable compensation works and why it matters for compliance and planning→ The retirement accounts business owners should know, including SEP IRA and defined benefit plans→ How self-directed IRAs allow business owners to buy and sell real estate tax-sheltered→ Why proactive planning beats tax-season panic every time→ The number one mistake business owners make when trying to grow Featured Quote from Rob Brand“Tax savings are all about strategy and looking forward. If you walk into your tax appointment in February asking what you can fix from last year, the answer is nothing. The runway is already gone.”───────────────────────────────If you're a business owner wondering whether you're paying more taxes than necessary, now is the time to talk to a professional. Connect with Rob Brand at CBS Tax ProPhone: 302 353 0084Website: https://www.cbstaxpro.com/And be sure to subscribe to Grow Your Business and Grow Your Wealth, hosted by Gary Heldt, for more insight, strategy, and real-world conversations that help business owners succeed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This last weekend, Jeremiah and Nic walk through everything investors should be thinking about heading into year-end. They open with the uptick in market volatility and why short-term swings (especially after years of strong returns) should be expected rather than feared. From S&P 500 movement to speculation-driven selloffs and margin trading, the guys explain what's actually happening under the hood. They then shift into the biggest year-end priorities: maxing out 401(k) contributions, coordinating Roth strategies, and using HSAs the right way—including the little-known double catch-up rule for couples over 55. The advisors outline practical moves for self-employed listeners too, especially when SEP IRAs unintentionally reduce their Qualified Business Income (QBI) deduction. Listener calls round out the show with questions on spending down windfalls, tax-efficient Roth funding, managing debt, and how to plan confidently when you feel "behind." In hour two, the conversation turns to 1031 exchanges and Delaware Statutory Trusts—how they work, who they're right for, and the real trade-offs behind tax deferral. They finish with retirement psychology, planning clarity, and why understanding your strategy matters more than timing the market.   Listen, Watch, Subscribe, Ask! https://www.therealmoneypros.com Hosts: Jeremiah Bates & Nic Daniels ————————————————————— Ataraxis PEO https://ataraxispeo.com Tree City Advisors of Apollon: https://www.treecityadvisors.com Apollon Wealth Management: https://apollonwealthmanagement.com/ —————————————————————

As another tax year comes to a close, many successful business owners are undoubtedly asking themselves the same question: How do I keep more of what I've earned away from Uncle Sam this year?  In this episode, I'm sitting down with Bayntree's Director of Corporate Development, Brian Hartstein, to break down year-end strategies to help entrepreneurs and high-income earners make the most of their pre-tax dollars and reduce their biggest expense: Taxes. With over 30 years of experience collaborating with business owners, CPAs, and plan administrators, Brian has seen firsthand how many companies wait until the fourth quarter to address tax planning. He emphasizes the benefits of proactive planning and how it leads to significant savings and long-term wealth creation through strategies such as SEP IRAs, 401(k)s, profit-sharing plans, and cash balance pension plans. We'll also walk you through the Retirement Plan Pyramid, and demonstrate which tools make the most sense for different business stages—from solo entrepreneurs to companies with dozens of employees.  Whether looking to shelter high income before year-end or looking for ways to use retirement plans as a competitive advantage to recruit, retain, and reward top talent, this episode will help you identify smart, actionable ways to keep more of what you earn and build your retirement wealth strategically. In this podcast interview, you'll learn:  Why most business owners wait too long to plan—and how to avoid the "fourth-quarter fire drill." The most overlooked pre-tax opportunities that can save tens of thousands in taxes. How to choose between a SEP, SIMPLE, 401(k), or cash balance plan based on your business structure. The power of the Retirement Plan Pyramid and how each layer fits your financial goals. How to use retirement plans as recruitment and retention tools for key employees. Why being proactive—not reactive—with your CPA and advisor can make all the difference. Find All Interview Resources Here - www.bayntree.com/118 Download your copy of The Entrepreneur's Financial Planning Checklist

On today's episode hosts Erin Gallardo, PT, DPT, NCS and Claire McLean, PT, DPT, NCS talk with NeuroBiz coach Emily Duval Ledger about a topic many clinicians and business owners find intimidating: Money. This is exactly why we need to talk about it!  Are you investing, saving, or putting systems into place in your business for money management and your future? If not, we understand. And we also want to help make this less overwhelming. Learn how to break down your financial goals and understand your true needs so you can create a business that supports both your professional passion and personal aspirations. In the episode we'll discuss some surprising and easy ways you can understand your business finances and explore retirement savings options, health insurance costs and other necessities. While not legal or financial advice, learn about retirement options like SEP IRAs and 401(k) plans, high-yield savings accounts, and index fund investments. We'll walk you through it and show you how to build a business that supports your life in all the ways!

Ever wondered how to travel the world and feel financially secure? In this episode of The Traveling Therapist Podcast, we dive into financial literacy with Jackie Curry, a therapist turned global explorer who's passionate about helping others invest and build financial independence.Jackie shares how her love of travel started at 16 and how that journey led her from Portland to Mexico City, through the Himalayas, and now into launching her Financial Literacy Lab. Whether you're dreaming of a solo trek or want to better manage your retirement planning, Jackie's insights are a game-changer.In This Episode, We Explore…How Jackie created a virtual private practice to support her travels.The power of solo 401ks, SEP IRAs, and Roth IRAs for therapists.Jackie's top financial literacy tips for women and self-employed therapists.Travel hacking with credit card points (and why she swears by Capital One Venture X).How her Financial Literacy Lab helps therapists get retirement-ready.Connect with Jackie:Website - https://www.jackiectherapy.com/finlitlabInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/financial.literacy.lab/_____________________Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected! ➡️ JOIN NOW: www.portablepracticemethod.com/Connect with me: www.instagram.com/thetravelingtherapist_kym www.facebook.com/groups/onlineandtraveling/ www.thetravelingtherapist.com The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians. www.helloalma.com/kym Sessions Health: Built for traveling therapists with global EHR access, clean interface, and therapist-friendly pricing at just $39/month. www.sessionshealth.com/kym

Take control of your retirement with our Solo 401(k) Special, starting at $895. The offer ends on October 17, 2025! Learn more: https://kkoslawyers.com/solo-401k-special-2025/?utm_source=buzzsprout&utm_medium=description-link&utm_content=solo-401k-p1-benefits&utm_campaign=main-street-business-podcastAre you overlooking one of the most powerful retirement strategies available to entrepreneurs and small business owners? In this episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mark J. Kohler and Mat Sorensen take a deep dive into the Solo 401(k) — explaining exactly what it is, who qualifies, and how it can dramatically improve your retirement savings and tax strategy. If you're self-employed, a freelancer, or running a small business, this plan could be a game-changer for your financial future.Unlike traditional retirement accounts, the Solo 401(k) comes with higher contribution limits, flexible investment options, and unique tax advantages that put you in control. Mark and Mat walk you through how the plan works, the rules you need to know, and why so many entrepreneurs are using it to invest not only in the stock market, but also in real estate, private companies, and alternative assets. They'll also cover common misconceptions, key mistakes to avoid, and practical strategies to maximize the benefits of this plan.Whether you're just getting started with retirement planning or looking for ways to reduce your tax burden while growing wealth, this episode breaks it all down in plain, actionable steps. By the end, you'll understand why the Solo 401(k) stands out compared to SEP IRAs and other options — and how to know if you qualify. If you're serious about building wealth, saving taxes, and gaining more control over your financial future, this is an episode you can't afford to miss!You'll learn:How a Solo 401(k) lets you save for retirement using any small business or side hustle income — even alongside a day job 401(k) or IRAThe major tax and contribution advantages that make Solo 401(k)s one of the most flexible retirement plans for entrepreneursHow to borrow from your Solo 401(k) and pay yourself back with tax-free interestWhy Solo 401(k)s offer strong asset protection and rollover options from old retirement accountsThe power of self-directing your Solo 401(k) into real estate, small businesses, and other alternative investmentsGet a comprehensive tax consultation with one of our Main Street tax lawyers that can build a tax strategy plan with an affordable consultation that will leave you speechless!! Here's the link - https://kkoslawyers.com/services/comprehensive-bus-tax-consult/?utm_source=buzzsprout&utm_medium=description&utm_content=595-sol Grab my eBook 30 Unique Strategies Every Business Owner Should Know! You don't want to miss this! Secure your tickets for the #1 Event For Small Business Owners On Main Street America: Main Street 360 Looking to connect with a rock star law firm? KKOS is only a click away! Are you ready to get certified in EVERY strategy I teach? Start your journey with a FREE 15-minute discovery call to explore the Main Street Tax Pro Certification. Check out our YOUTUBE Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/markjkohler Craving more content? Check out my Instagram!

In this episod,e Steven is joined by David Podell, a true specialist in the world of defined benefit plans. More traditional retirement accounts get a lot of attention, and rightfully so. Solo K's and SEP IRAs are more universally applicable, but for the right business owner, a defined benefit plan can supercharge their ability to put away qualified money. David shares from his extensive experience working alongside taxpayers and other financial advisors to design, implement and execute defined benefit plans. This episode is a must-listen for any financial advisor who is a business owner or works with them. https://zurl.co/Hjl5Y

In this episode of Money Meets Medicine, Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey answer listener-submitted questions about what to do with your money when you switch jobs or retire. Topics include:• Old Employer Plans: Should you roll over a 401(k)/403(b) to your new employer plan, leave it, or move it to an IRA? They explain how each option impacts your ability to do backdoor Roth IRAs.• Home Savings Strategy: Tips for physicians saving for a home purchase—where to park cash for 6–12 months without missing growth potential.• Solo 401(k) vs. SEP IRA: For side gig income, they break down which one gives you better Roth conversion flexibility.• Financial Advisor Red Flags: The duo calls out one especially egregious example of poor advisor behavior—and what every doctor should watch out for.• Extra Pro Tips: Including why not all Roth accounts are created equal, how to simplify your accounts in retirement, and the best ways to avoid “analysis paralysis” when making account moves.This episode is packed with tactical advice and practical insights for physicians navigating career transitions, early retirement, or side income.Get a quote on own-occupation disability insurance from a company you can trust at https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/disability Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of the Smart Wealth & Retirement podcast, financial advisors and retirement planners Jim Martin & Casey Bibb of Martin Wealth Solutions take a close look at your 401(k) options and how to maximize them for retirement success. They break down 2025 contribution limits—including catch-up provisions for those over 50—while comparing employer-sponsored 401(k)s with alternatives like IRAs, SEP IRAs, SIMPLE IRAs, and even ordinary taxable investment accounts. Jim and Casey share real-world stories from clients, highlight common mistakes, and provide practical strategies to help you build a retirement plan that truly works for you. Want to work with us? Visit: http://retirewithmartin.com/ Learn more: www.planwellretirehappy.com 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:02 Why 401(k)s Are a Cornerstone of Retirement Planning 02:40 2025 Contribution Limits & Catch-Up Provisions 05:10 Employer Matches: Don't Leave Free Money Behind 07:45 The Roth vs. Traditional Decision 10:20 Alternatives Beyond the 401(k): IRAs, SEP IRAs, SIMPLE Plans 14:55 Taxable Investment Accounts and Flexibility in Retirement 18:22 Common Mistakes Pre-Retirees Make with Their Savings 21:05 Real-World Stories from Client Experiences 24:50 Putting It All Together: Building a Retirement Savings Strategy 27:33 Closing Thoughts and Next Steps Opinions expressed herein are solely those of Martin Wealth Solutions, unless otherwise specifically cited. Material presented is believed to be from reliable sources, but no representations are made by our firm as to another parties' informational accuracy or completeness. Content provided herein is for informational purposes only and should not be used or construed as investment advice or a recommendation regarding the purchase or sale of any security. There is no guarantee that any statements, opinions or forecasts provided herein will prove to be correct. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with an advisor, accountant or legal counsel prior to implementation. Past performance may not be indicative of future results. Indices are not available for direct investment. Any investor who attempts to mimic the performance of an index would incur fees and expenses which would reduce returns. Securities investing involves risk, including the potential for loss of principal. There is no assurance that any investment plan or strategy will be successful.

Visit us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MartinWealth Learn more: martinwealth.com Retirement doesn't have to be complicated. In fact, the more complex your money and your life become, the more stress, confusion, and mistakes creep in. In this episode of the Smart Wealth and Retirement podcast, Jim Martin and Casey Bibb break down how to simplify retirement — both financially and personally — so you can spend less time managing the details and more time enjoying what matters most. Jim and Casey share why the happiest retirees aren't the ones juggling dozens of accounts, spreadsheets, and investment products. Instead, they've learned to keep their plans clear, organized, and easy to follow. From consolidating accounts to streamlining portfolios, automating income, and reducing clutter in both paperwork and life, this episode is all about cutting through the noise. The conversation also goes beyond dollars and cents. You'll hear how simplifying your calendar, your commitments, and even your home can bring peace of mind and create space for the relationships, hobbies, and experiences that make retirement meaningful. What you'll learn in this episode: Why consolidating accounts can reduce confusion, risk, and even fees How to streamline your investments so they actually serve your income needs The power of automating withdrawals and RMDs to avoid stress and penalties How proactive tax strategy can prevent costly surprises later on Why decluttering paperwork, schedules, and even your home leads to more freedom The benefits of a simple, one-page financial plan over an 84-page binder you'll never read Retirement isn't about doing less or shrinking your life — it's about focusing on what really matters and removing what doesn't. By simplifying your money and your days, you gain the clarity and confidence to live fully, without second-guessing every move. If you're ready to make your retirement less complicated and more fulfilling, this episode will show you the first steps. Want to work with us? Visit us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MartinWealth Learn more: martinwealth.com 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:02 Why 401(k)s Are a Cornerstone of Retirement Planning 02:40 2025 Contribution Limits & Catch-Up Provisions 05:10 Employer Matches: Don't Leave Free Money Behind 07:45 The Roth vs. Traditional Decision 10:20 Alternatives Beyond the 401(k): IRAs, SEP IRAs, SIMPLE Plans 14:55 Taxable Investment Accounts and Flexibility in Retirement 18:22 Common Mistakes Pre-Retirees Make with Their Savings 21:05 Real-World Stories from Client Experiences 24:50 Putting It All Together: Building a Retirement Savings Strategy 27:33 Closing Thoughts and Next Steps Opinions expressed herein are solely those of Martin Wealth Solutions, unless otherwise specifically cited. Material presented is believed to be from reliable sources, but no representations are made by our firm as to another parties' informational accuracy or completeness. Content provided herein is for informational purposes only and should not be used or construed as investment advice or a recommendation regarding the purchase or sale of any security. There is no guarantee that any statements, opinions or forecasts provided herein will prove to be correct. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with an advisor, accountant or legal counsel prior to implementation. Past performance may not be indicative of future results. Indices are not available for direct investment. Any investor who attempts to mimic the performance of an index would incur fees and expenses which would reduce returns. Securities investing involves risk, including the potential for loss of principal. There is no assurance that any investment plan or strategy will be successful.

If you're self-employed or running a small business, saving for retirement doesn't have to be complicated. One of the most powerful but often overlooked tools available is the SEP IRA—a plan designed to help business owners put away significantly more than a traditional IRA, while also providing tax benefits. Jeremiah and Nic walk through the ins and outs of SEP IRAs. You'll learn how they work, who qualifies, and why flexibility makes them a great option for many entrepreneurs. From contribution rules (up to 25% of wages, capped at $69,000) to employee eligibility requirements, they break down what business owners need to know—whether you're trying to reduce taxable income, reward loyal employees, or simply build your own retirement nest egg. You'll also hear why SEP IRAs can be easier to manage than a 401(k) and how employees benefit from immediate vesting and full control over their investments. Is a SEP right for you?   Listen, Watch, Subscribe, Ask! https://www.therealmoneypros.com Hosts: Jeremiah Bates & Nic Daniels

In this Farm4Profit Podcast episode, we shift gears from our usual focus on succession planning to tackle another critical piece of the future: retirement planning. While we often think of retirement in the context of W-2 workers with 401(k)s and pensions, farmers, small business owners, and self-employed professionals face very different challenges.Guest Levi Morrissey of Financial Architects, Inc. joins us to explain why retirement planning isn't optional—and why it looks different for those who don't fit the “traditional” mold. We explore the looming reality that two-thirds of Iowa farmland is owned by people over the age of 65, meaning a tidal wave of transitions is already reshaping small-town economies and family farms.Key takeaways from our conversation include:The psychology of retirement: How financial readiness and personal identity both play roles in deciding when (and how) to step back.Farmers vs. W-2 workers: Why relying on land equity alone may not be enough, and how tax-advantaged accounts like SEP IRAs, Solo 401(k)s, and SIMPLE IRAs can provide real security.Phased retirement strategies: Leasing land, crop-share agreements, or custom farming as ways to transition without walking away entirely.Tax benefits for farmers: Including Iowa exemptions on retirement income for those who've materially participated in farming for 10+ years, as well as incentives for cash rent to beginning farmers.The bigger picture: Retirement planning doesn't just protect one family's legacy—it sustains rural communities, preserves farmland, and strengthens the next generation of producers.We wrap up by asking listeners to consider an important question: What does life after the farm—or after the business—look like for you? Retirement doesn't have to mean loss of identity. With intentional planning, it can be the foundation for personal freedom, family security, and thriving rural communities. Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don't forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/

Chris Kline, co-founder & COO of Bitcoin IRA, sits down with Justin Ballard (@JLB_Oso) and Jake Corley (@jacobcorley) to show you how to turn the IRS into your silent stacking partner.They break down:Tax-Free BTC Forever – how Roth and SEP IRAs let your sats snowball to seven figures without kissing them goodbye to the tax man.Checkbook Control – spin up an IRA-owned LLC or trust to self-custody keys, lease tractors, or even run mining rigs—all inside the shelter.$69K Contribution Hack – entrepreneurs can shovel up to $69k a year into a SEP and slash today's bill while super-charging tomorrow's stack.Pentagon of Custody – the security architecture (and Rocket Dollar acquisition) that keeps grandma's seed phrase off Facebook and ransom gangs at bay.

This episode is sponsored by: My Financial CoachYou trained to save lives—who's helping you save your financial future? My Financial Coach connects physicians with CFP® Professionals who specialize in your complex needs. Whether it's crushing student loans, optimizing investments, or planning for retirement, you'll get a personalized strategy built around your goals. Save for a vacation home, fund your child's education, or prepare for life's surprises—with unbiased, advice-only planning through a flat monthly fee. No commissions. No conflicts. Just clarity.Visit myfinancialcoach.com/physiciansguidetodoctoring to meet your financial coach and find out if concierge planning is right for you.___________Are you making costly tax mistakes without realizing it? In this episode, host Dr. Bradley Block  welcomes Enpo Tu, to discuss tax strategies for physicians. Enpo dives into the complexities of backdoor Roth IRAs, highlighting common errors like overlooking pre-tax IRAs or SEP IRAs that can trigger unexpected tax liabilities. He also explores the allure of real estate investments for tax savings, debunking myths about passive income and the challenges of liquidity and long-term tax implications. With practical advice on choosing a competent CPA and financial advisor, Enpo emphasizes the importance of transparency, coordination among professionals, and aligning strategies with personal financial goals. This episode offers actionable insights for physicians to navigate tax complexities, avoid audits, and build a secure financial future.Three Actionable Takeaways:Understand Your Full Financial Picture – Ensure your CPA has a complete view of your assets, including IRAs and SEP IRAs, to avoid costly mistakes like improper backdoor Roth conversions.Evaluate Real Estate Investments Critically – Look beyond tax deductions to assess the long-term tax implications, liquidity challenges, and whether real estate aligns with your time and financial goals.Vet Your Financial Professionals – Ask potential CPAs and financial advisors about their expertise with physician clients, compensation structure, and how they coordinate with other professionals to ensure comprehensive planning.About the Show:Succeed In Medicine  covers patient interactions, burnout, career growth, personal finance, and more. If you're tired of dull medical lectures, tune in for real-world lessons we should have learned in med school!About the Guest:Enpo Tu  is the Chief Operating Officer of My Financial Coach, where he has helped build the company since 2018. As a key architect of its operations, Enpo ensures high-quality financial planning for over 400 medical families. A prominent public voice, he hosts webinars, publishes educational content, and engages with physicians at conferences. Passionate about education over sales, he helps clients avoid financial pitfalls and build wealth through tailored strategies. Known for his professional style—complete with bow ties and vests—Enpo brings clarity and expertise to complex financial topics.Website: https://myfinancialcoach.comLinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/enpotuAbout the host: Dr. Bradley Block is a board-certified otolaryngologist at ENT and Allergy Associates in Garden City, NY. He specializes in adult and pediatric ENT, with interests in sinusitis and obstructive sleep apnea. Dr. Block also hosts The Physician's Guide to Doctoring podcast, focusing on personal and professional development for physiciansWant to be a guest? Email Brad at brad@physiciansguidetodoctoring.com  or visit www.physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to learn more!Socials:@physiciansguidetodoctoring on Facebook@physicianguidetodoctoring on YouTube@physiciansguide on Instagram and Twitter Visit www.physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to connect, dive deeper, and keep the conversation going. Let's grow! Disclaimer:This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical, financial, or legal advice. Always consult a qualified professional for personalized guidance.

This week on the show, we're discussing the specifics of Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) as we head into the second half of 2025. Whether you're approaching your first year of RMDs or have been taking them for a while, I break down everything you need to know, from when you need to start taking distributions based on your birth year, to how RMDs are calculated, which accounts are affected, and the potential tax consequences for missing a withdrawal. I'm also sharing eight practical strategies you can use to lower your future RMDs, including asset diversification, Roth conversions, tax-efficient income planning, optimizing Social Security timing, and even using charitable contributions to your advantage. With real-world examples and actionable tips, this episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone looking to navigate their retirement withdrawals as tax-efficiently as possible.  You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... [02:48] Calculating your Required Minimum Distribution. [05:02] IRA distribution factors & penalties. [10:40] Retirement tax strategy tips. [13:35] IRA conversion tax planning. [15:37] Optimizing social security timing. [18:48] Tax-efficient investment account strategy. Smart Strategies to Manage Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs)  New rules over the past few years have pushed back when retirees must start taking RMDs. As of today: If you were born in 1959 or earlier, your RMDs begin at age 73. If you were born in 1960 or later, the threshold moves to age 75. RMDs apply to traditional IRAs, rollover IRAs, SEP IRAs, SIMPLE IRAs, and most employer-sponsored plans, including 401(k)s and 403(b)s. Importantly, Roth IRAs are not subject to these mandatory withdrawals during the owner's lifetime, providing an attractive planning opportunity. How RMDs Are Calculated Your annual RMD is determined by dividing the prior year's December 31 retirement account balance by a life expectancy factor from IRS tables. Most people use the IRS Uniform Lifetime Table. If your spouse is more than 10 years younger, you get a slightly lower withdrawal requirement by using the Joint Life Expectancy Table. For example, if you are 73 with a $500,000 IRA, and the IRS factor is 26.5, your RMD would be $18,868 for that year. If you miss your RMD, penalties can be steep, 25% of the amount not withdrawn, though if corrected within two years, the penalty drops to 10%. RMDs are generally taxed as ordinary income. If your IRA contains after-tax contributions, those aren't taxed again, but careful tracking is essential. The key is smart, proactive planning. RMDs increase your total taxable income, which can impact not just your IRS bill, but also Medicare premiums (thanks to the “IRMAA” surcharge) and eligibility for certain state tax breaks. Eight Strategies to Lower RMD Impact Here are several tactics to help retirees minimize RMDs' sting and keep more of their wealth working for them: Diversify Account Types Early Don't keep all retirement savings in pre-tax accounts. Consider a mix of pre-tax, Roth, and taxable brokerage accounts so you have flexibility in retirement to optimize withdrawals for tax purposes. Build an Optimized Retirement Income Plan Work with a financial advisor or CPA to design an intentional strategy for sourcing retirement income. With careful planning, you can potentially lower how much tax you'll owe and avoid unwelcome surprises. Do Roth Conversions When Taxes Are Low If you retire before collecting Social Security (and RMDs), you might have years of low taxable income, prime time to convert part of your traditional IRA to a Roth IRA at a low tax rate. Once in the Roth, future qualified withdrawals are tax-free. Delay Social Security for Strategic Reasons Delaying Social Security not only increases your monthly benefit but also gives you more low-income years for Roth conversions, thus reducing future RMDs. Consider Working Longer If you continue working past RMD age and participate in your employer's retirement plan, you may be able to delay RMDs from that plan until you retire (as long as you don't own more than 5% of the company). Aggregate and Simplify Accounts Roll over old 401(k) accounts into a single IRA if eligible. It's easier to track, calculate, and satisfy RMDs, reducing the risk of costly missteps. Optimize Asset Location Hold faster-growing investments (like stocks) in taxable accounts and slower-growing ones (like bonds) in IRAs. This helps slow the growth of your RMD-producing accounts, keeping future required withdrawals smaller. Use Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) Once you're RMD-eligible, you can send up to $100,000 per year directly from your IRA to charity. It will count toward your RMD but won't be taxed, potentially a win-win for you and your favorite causes. Resources Mentioned Retirement Readiness Review Subscribe to the Retire with Ryan YouTube Channel Download my entire book for FREE  Retirement topics - Required minimum distributions (RMDs) | Internal Revenue Service   Connect With Morrissey Wealth Management  www.MorrisseyWealthManagement.com/contact   Subscribe to Retire With Ryan

Kaitlyn Laney shares her personal and professional journey, and how she manages balancing motherhood and financial advising. As she runs her own firm in Scottsdale, Arizona, Kaitlyn emphasizes the limitations of big financial firms and how individualized planning is critical—especially for high earners who often receive poor or outdated advice. Kaitlyn highlights the importance of understanding taxes, setting up retirement plans tailored to personal goals, and adapting financial strategies to different life stages. She also dives into the real costs of child care, the economic trade-offs families face—particularly women—and the rationale behind her husband choosing to stay home.  We discuss... Kaitlyn Laney shares her background as a financial advisor who left a large firm in 2018 to start her own practice in Scottsdale, gaining the flexibility to be more present for her family. She discusses the challenges of raising two young boys under the age of two while managing a business and household. Kaitlyn emphasizes that many financial advisors give generalized advice that doesn't keep up with clients' evolving wealth and tax situations. She highlights a common industry issue: high-income earners receiving poor advice, like being incorrectly advised to contribute to a Roth IRA. Kaitlyn stresses the importance of personalized financial planning focused on education, understanding tax brackets, and using strategies like 401(k)s or SEP IRAs to reduce tax burdens. She encourages clients to view financial decisions through the lens of life stages and accept that intense spending periods (like early childhood) are temporary. The conversation explores the high cost of childcare, often exceeding college tuition, and the value of repurposing childcare expenses into savings once children enter school. Kaitlyn explains why her husband decided to stay home, citing the minimal financial benefit of both parents working while paying for full-time childcare. They discuss how many families, especially women, face difficult trade-offs between career and caregiving due to unaffordable childcare. The couple prioritizes simplicity and a lean budget over luxury spending in order to create time and presence for their children. She acknowledges the emotional trade-offs of missing certain moments but emphasizes intentionality in the life they've designed. Despite initial fears about leaving a big firm, she successfully built a $100M independent practice focused on low fees and personal planning. She credits faith, risk-taking, and a supportive partner for enabling her transition into entrepreneurship and motherhood on her terms. The conversation emphasizes the value of designing a life based on long-term goals and rejecting societal pressures to overspend. Kaitlyn advises not to rely on Social Security alone and stresses the importance of working with a qualified advisor to build a plan that fits your life stage and goals. For more information, visit the show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/balancing-motherhood-and-financial-advising-kaitlyn-laney-730  Today's Panelists: Kirk Chisholm | Innovative Wealth Barbara Friedberg | Barbara Friedberg Personal Finance Phil Weiss | Apprise Wealth Management Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast  

Send us a textTax deferrals can be a powerful tax strategy when implemented properly and at strategic times, as demonstrated by a client who missed an opportunity that will cost them approximately $100,000 in taxes. We explain why timing your tax deferrals between high and low-income years creates massive tax savings despite common objections.• Common objections to tax-deferred accounts include eventual taxation, liquidity concerns, and ordinary income tax rates on distributions• Retirement accounts offer more liquidity than people realize, with loan options for Solo 401(k)s and principal withdrawal flexibility from Roth accounts• Strategic timing of contributions and distributions between high and low tax bracket years creates substantial tax arbitrage• Contributions to SEP IRAs and Solo 401(k)s can be made until October 15th of the following tax year• Self-directed retirement accounts can invest in real estate and other alternative assets without needing real estate professional status• Advanced strategies include timing Roth conversions during temporary valuation dips, potentially reducing conversion taxes by 30-40%• Beyond retirement accounts, consider 1031 exchanges, installment sales, and charitable planning for additional tax deferral opportunitiesPS. Whenever you're ready, here are some ways we can help with reducing your taxes... Ready to slash your tax bill? Schedule your free consultation and let's strategize your tax savings together! Book now at: https://www.prosperlcpa.com/apply Or, if you still need more time, here are some other ways to begin winning the tax game...  Take our free Tax Planning Checklist & learn about what tax savings may be available for you in our minicourse at https://taxplanningchecklist.com  At the very least, get on our newsletter to gain access to free live events and exclusive insight you won't find anywhere else: https://www.prosperlcpa.com/subscribe

This week on Financial Planning: Explained, host Michael Menninger, CFP sits down with Nick DeVito, CFP. Nick is a financial planner at Menninger & Associates Financial Planning. This episode talks about retirement plan options for business owners. In this episode, Mike and Nick discuss an array of retirement plan options for businesses. The guys discuss the four major types of retirement plans, including: IRAs, SEP IRAs, Simple IRAs, and 401(k)/403(b). This is a great episode for any business owner looking to offer retirement options for their employees. For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning visit https://maaplanning.com

In this eye-opening episode of Go Ask Allyson, host Allyson Sullivan sits down with trusted tax consultant Maxwell Lorrow to break down the real talk realtors aren't getting on TikTok. From LLCs and S Corps to SEP IRAs and what gifts are actually tax-deductible (spoiler: your fancy closing baskets may not be), this conversation spills the financial tea every agent needs to hear.Whether you just passed your real estate exam or are finally hitting your stride, this episode covers the pivotal moment when it's time to level up your business structure and start playing the tax game legally and smartly. Plus, Allyson shares hilarious “girl math” hacks, hard-earned lessons from the 2008 crash, and why a flashy G-Wagon may actually cost you more than you think.Contact Allyson Sullivan:Email: AllysonSL@hotmail.comIG: @allysonsullivanrealtorWebsite: www.allysonsullivan.com

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Welcome to episode 84 of the One for the Money podcast. This episode airs on April 15 which means it's the tax filing deadline. Now no one likes paying more taxes than they have to, and a great way to accomplish this is by using a Roth Retirement account. In this episode, I'll share how everyone can have a Roth. In the tips, tricks, and strategies portion, I will share a tip on how for the same amount of money it may make more sense to complete a Roth conversion than a Roth contribution.In this episode...What is a Roth Retirement Account? [1:56]Direct Roth IRA Contributions [2:46]Roth 401ks, SIMPLE IRAs, and SEP IRAs [3:44]Roth Conversions [7:36]Backdoor Roth IRAs & Pro-Rata Rule [8:36]I remember years ago a coworker of mine shared with me that she and her husband hoped that their income would one day be high enough that they would no longer be eligible to contribute to a Roth IRA. It's true, that certain individuals, can make too much income to contribute to a Roth IRA. But in this episode, I will share how everyone, regardless of their income level can contribute to a Roth IRA or put differently, how everyone can Roth this way. Okay, that was pretty bad but I had to try. But first, it would be helpful to provide a brief explanation of what exactly a Roth retirement account is and how they came about. A Roth retirement account is merely a retirement account on which you invest monies on which you already paid taxes. Because you are contributing money after it's been taxed all of the growth and all of the distributions are 100% tax-free (provided you follow the required distribution rules; age 59.5, etc). These are a fantastic way for individuals to build a tax-free bucket of money that they can utilize in retirement that won't have any taxable implications.Roth IRA Contributions The first way to contribute to a Roth IRA is to make direct Roth IRA contributions. For the 2025 tax year, individuals who earn less than $150,000 or married couples who earn less than $236,000 can contribute directly to a Roth IRA. For those under 50, they can contribute $7000 and for those 50 and older they can contribute $8000. Roth IRAs are a fantastic way to build a tax-free bucket of money for retirement. I set these up for my wife and me early in our marriage and I'm so glad I did. These can be especially great for kids as well. I call them Kid Roths and I've set these up for our three boys. That way they can benefit from decades of compound growth. If you are early in your career it can be a great time to invest in a Roth IRA.Roth 401ks/Simple IRAs and SEP IRAsRoth 401ks/Simple IRAs and SEP IRAs are another great way for anyone regardless of income level to contribute to a Roth investment account. For whatever reason, Roth 401ks, Simple IRAs, and SEP IRAs have no income limits like Roth IRAs do. So regardless of one's income, they can contribute to a Roth 401k. Roth 401ks are great for lower earners as they can allow you to put away even more money on a tax-free forever basis. Individuals can put up to $23,500 in 2025 and for those 50 and older they can put away an extra $30,500. Oddly enough, for those specifically between the ages of 60-63 they can put away $34,750. Why especially those ages, not sure, you'll have to ask Congress.Roth Simple IRAs have lower contribution limits namely $16,000 for those under 50 and $19,500 for those 50 and older. Roth SEP IRA limits are based on a percentage of one's income. These all are great vehicles where individuals can put a lot more money away on a tax-free forever basis. These can make a lot of sense for individuals in their lower-income years such as those early in their career or for those that are late in their career when they are working part-time prior to retirement. However, these can also...

Everyone is feeling the heat of tax season. Whether it's clients coming in at the last minute asking to open SEP IRAs, missing tax forms, or pushing deadlines—this season always seems to bring a special kind of chaos.And listen, I get it. You want to help these clients. You care. But at the same time, you're frustrated because they've had 15 MONTHS to do this—and you've sent the reminders! I can still feel that tension from when I was in the trenches myself.This used to happen to us every year. Until one year, we decided: NO MORE.In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly how we changed our approach so that tax season stopped feeling like a fire drill. I'm sharing actionable tips that you can start implementing now to protect your time, set better expectations, and serve your clients without sacrificing your sanity.Tax season doesn't have to feel like Groundhog Day in Hell. With a little intention and structure, you can protect your time, deliver great service, and save your team (and yourself) from burnout.Tune into this week's episode for the full breakdown—and walk away with a plan you can actually use. Let's make next tax season feel a lot less frantic. You've got this!

In this episode of Talking Real Money, Don and Tom sound the alarm on a troubling trend: more people are dipping into their 401(k)s for emergencies. While hardship withdrawals are allowed under IRS rules, they come with serious penalties, taxes, and long-term setbacks. The hosts stress the importance of building an emergency fund before maxing out retirement contributions to avoid turning your future into a piggy bank. They also respond to questions about how to find fiduciary advisors and critique a high-yield income portfolio packed with risky, expensive ETFs—offering a reality check on chasing returns without understanding the risks. 0:04 Retirement talk kicks off with 401(k) praise—and a warning 2:08 Hardship withdrawals hit record levels; 5% of participants tapped accounts 3:50 Emergency fund should come before heavy 401(k) contributions 5:25 Auto-enrollment rises, but so does temptation to pull money 6:06 Weigh a 401(k) loan before a withdrawal—less damage long-term 7:47 IRS penalty exceptions outlined—some hardship cases qualify 9:35 Adulting tip: build that emergency fund, even if it's hard 10:57 Better to borrow elsewhere (even a credit card!) than touch your 401(k) 12:59 SEP IRAs great for self-employed—but require discipline to fund 14:17 Listener asks why they don't mention NAPFA more—they do! 17:25 Listener portfolio review: lots of income ETFs, lots of risk 20:33 Many holdings have high expense ratios, junk bonds, or complex strategies 22:33 Bottom line: get a professional review—and simplify the portfolio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tariff announcements cause market chaos           In an effort to balance trade relationships across the globe, several new tariff announcements were made on April 2nd. This caused the markets to decline sharply in Thursday's session with the Nasdaq closing down nearly 6% and the S&P 500 closing down nearly 5%. I must say I was not necessarily surprised by that decline, but was more surprised by the run up in the market in the days leading up to the announcement. The administration has been talking about these tariffs for months and I for one was not necessarily surprised by the actions they plan on taking. The U.S. will be implementing a baseline tariff rate of 10% on all countries and that goes into effect on April 5th. After research into trade practices from other countries including tariffs, currency manipulation, and trade barriers the U.S. will also be implementing higher duties on several countries. This includes an additional 34% on China, which comes on top of the previous tariffs for a new effective rate of 54%. According to the administration, this compares to a calculated tariff rate of 67% from China. Other tariffs included a 20% rate on the European Union vs a 39% calculated rate on our goods, a 46% rate on Vietnam vs a 90% calculated rate on our goods, a 32% rate on Taiwan vs a 64% calculated rate on our goods, and a 24% rate on Japan vs a calculated rate of 46% on our goods. This is just a small sample as more than 180 countries and territories will be facing these reciprocal tariffs. The problem here is the bottom for stocks might not be in as there will likely be continued announcements from other countries with their response. Some countries like China, France, Canada, and Germany have responded with a combative tone and a promise to fight back. I continue to believe this trade war will not be solved overnight, but I must say with the pullback there definitely appears to be some opportunities surfacing. I'd be careful waiting for the all clear on this as by the time that comes, you may have missed some great opportunities.     Trade barriers increase around the world It is not just the US that is increasing tariffs, many countries around the world are also increasing their tariffs. There are some economists predicting that we could be headed to the biggest increase in protectionism since the 1930s, when the Smoot-Harley tariff act was in place. Back then the average tariff rate in the US was nearly 30%. Today it is around 8.4%. When it comes to the group of 20 leading economies in the world, there are roughly 4650 import restrictions, of which the US has roughly 1000. The EU, China, Canada, Mexico account for roughly 700 restrictions with the other 15 countries accounting for 3000 restrictions. Some people feel the United States is being aggressive by adding all these tariffs to products coming in to our country, but when you look at the numbers and the facts, it appears we are just playing catch-up and we are way behind the rest of the world as they have been putting tariffs on our products going into their countries. I don't understand why we are singled out as being such a bad country and unfriendly to other countries just because we want free trade in the world. I'm sure if they dropped their tariffs, we would do the same.   Jobs Report shows some positive news on a difficult day for the market With all the news around tariffs and trade, it's almost like everyone forgot that a jobs report was released on Friday. Job growth remained very healthy with nonfarm payrolls increasing by 228,000 in the month of March. This easily topped the estimate of 140,000 and was a nice increase compared to February's reading of 117,000. The previous two months did see negative revisions of 34,000 in the month of February and 14,000 in the month of January. The unemployment rate did tick higher to 4.2% from last month's reading of 4.1%, but this was largely due to an increase in the labor force participation rate. A major positive on the inflation front was wage inflation came in at annual rate of 3.8%, which was down from last month's reading of 4.0% and was more in line with a healthy level that creates growing wages but puts less pressure on inflationary forces. I was surprised to federal government positions declined by just 4,000 in the month, but yet a report Thursday from Challenger, Gray & Christmas indicated Doge-related layoffs have totaled more than 275,000 so far. Apparently, the BLS noted that workers on severance or paid leave are still counted as employed, which would have a large impact on the employment numbers. It will be interesting to see how the employment situation shakes out in this category and if the private sector can absorb those lost jobs. It's hard for some to look through the noise of all the trade announcements, but I still believe the economy is in alright spot and the growing concerns for recession may be overblown.     What is a Solo 401(k)? A Solo 401(k) is a retirement savings plan designed for self-employed individuals or business owners with no employees. Also known as an individual 401(k), this plan offers significant tax advantages and higher contribution limits compared to other retirement accounts, such as SEP-IRAs.  One major advantage of a Solo 401(k) is the ability to contribute as both the employer and the employee. For 2024, the contribution limit as an employee is $23,000 (or $30,500 if age 50 or older), which can be made on a pre-tax or Roth basis. For employer contributions, the limit is up to 25% of compensation, bringing the total maximum contribution to $69,000 (or $76,500 for those 50+). Many plans now allow employer contributions to be made on a Roth basis as well. To be eligible, you must be a business owner with no full-time employees, which includes sole proprietors, independent contractors, freelancers, and small business owners. However, spouses of business owners may also participate, effectively doubling the possible contribution. Another key benefit is that a Solo 401(k) can be paired with backdoor Roth contributions, making it an attractive option for high-income earners looking for additional tax-advantaged savings. This offers a distinct advantage over Traditional IRAs and SEP-IRAs, which can trigger taxes on backdoor Roth conversions. A Solo 401(k) is an excellent retirement savings tool for self-employed individuals due to its high contribution limits and tax benefits. Additionally, some business owners may still be eligible to make a 2024 employer contribution if completed before the tax filing deadline.   Companies Discussed: LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (LPLA), Deckers Outdoor Corporation (DECK), Apple, Inc. (AAPL) & Delta Air Lines Inc. (DAL)

In this episode, I break down employer-sponsored retirement plans and the different options available. From 401(k)s and Roth accounts to SEP IRAs and the mega backdoor Roth strategy, learn how to maximize your retirement savings. - Overview of retirement account options (401(k), Roth, SEP IRA, etc.)- The significance of employer matches- Catch-up contributions for those aged 50 and above- Investment strategies for long-term growth- Understanding fees and choosing the right funds---------✅ Financial planning for 30-50 year old entrepreneurs: ⁠allstreetwealth.com⁠✅ My personal blog & newsletter: thomaskopelman.com⁠Disclaimer: None of this should be seen as financial advice. It is just for informational purposes.

In this episode, Dr. Preston Cherry breaks down how business owners can choose and use retirement plans to boost income, cut taxes, and maintain their lifestyle. He covers Simple IRAs, SEP IRAs, Solo 401ks, and cash balance plans while explaining key tax-saving strategies, like diversifying tax exposure and using Health Savings Accounts (HSAs).Takeaways:• Maximize income & tax savings• Choose the right plan• Solo 401ks = big contributions• Cash balance = higher limits• HSAs = triple tax benefitsWant to learn more? Connect with us below!Stay informed and inspired! Join our FREE wealth & well-being newsletterDo you want confidence & clarity? Check out our award-winning wealth advice servicesGrab Your Copy of Dr. Cherry's book ‘Wealth In The Key of Life'Disclosure: episodes are educational only, not advice. Review our disclosures here: https://www.concurrentfp.com/disclosures/

Saturna's Islamic Investment Group Regional Manager Hud Williams joins Halal Money Matters to discuss the nuances of traditional and Roth IRAs and touch on SEP IRAs, Simple IRAs, and 401(k)s, noting their contribution rules and deadlines.

Saturna's Islamic Investment Group Regional Manager Hud Williams joins Halal Money Matters to discuss the nuances of traditional and Roth IRAs and touch on SEP IRAs, Simple IRAs, and 401(k)s, noting their contribution rules and deadlines.

Running your own business means taking charge of your retirement planning too. This week, Mac and Jason discuss the retirement options available for self-employed individuals. They break down the features and benefits of Solo 401(k)s, SEP IRAs, SIMPLE IRAs, and traditional/Roth IRAs. You'll learn how to select the right plan based on your business structure, income patterns, and long-term goals. The guys also share insights on diversification, tax planning, and healthcare considerations for a comprehensive retirement strategy. Don't forget to subscribe for more practical advice from the SK team!

In this one-minute moment, Dr. Friday highlights retirement savings options for self-employed individuals, including SEP IRAs and their contribution limits. Transcript: G’day, I’m Dr. Friday, president of Dr. Friday’s Tax and Financial Firm. To get more info, go to www.drfriday.com. This is a one-minute moment. For all my entrepreneurs—individuals who don’t have retirement plans but have income through self-employment—remember, you still have what’s called a self-employment plan, or SEP, that you can contribute to. They’re beautiful things as well. And sometimes, you can put in up to, I don’t know, $50,000 a year, depending on your overall income. It is based on your income. So, if you’re looking for ways to reduce your taxable income and prepare for retirement, you might want to consider it. The problem with most entrepreneurs is that they often think it’s better to reinvest money in their business rather than invest in their retirement. But if you need help, call 615-367-0819. You can catch the Dr. Friday Call-In Show live every Saturday afternoon from 2 to 3 p.m. right here on 99.7 WTN.

In this episode, Don and Marc explore smart tax moves to consider before the April 15th deadline. They focus on ways to take advantage of accounts like IRAs and HSAs, as well as important deductions that often go overlooked. The conversation highlights opportunities to maximize savings for the 2024 tax year, covering everything from retirement contributions to charitable donations. They also explore how certain tax moves can help you minimize your taxable income, whether you're self-employed or planning for retirement. This episode offers practical tips for anyone looking to make the most of their tax situation before filing. Here's some of what we discuss in this episode: Tax forms to be on the lookout for in retirement Strategies for maximizing IRA contributions The benefits of SEP IRAs for self-employed individuals Health savings accounts (HSAs) and their tax benefits Tax considerations for charitable contributions and qualified charitable distributions (QCDs) Resources for this episode: HSA accounts – https://www.irs.gov/publications/p969 1099 forms – https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/tax-forms-retirees-receive-and-what-they-mean Wall Street Journal Article on 2024 Tax Planning – https://www.wsj.com/personal-finance/retirement/retirement-taxes-contributions-withdrawals-guide-bc308053?st=MNY85o&reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink   Get in touch with Don and learn more: https://doncashpodcast.com/

Scaling Businesses Across Industries: Lessons from a Serial Entrepreneur   In this episode of The Profit Answer Man, we sit down with Philip Taylor (PT), a CPA turned entrepreneur, to discuss his journey in building multiple successful businesses. From launching a finance blog in 2007 to creating major conferences like FinCon and TravelCon, and now running a CPA firm for content creators, PT shares his insights on diversification, adapting to industry changes, and maintaining profitability.   If you're an entrepreneur looking to build multiple income streams, navigate the shifting digital landscape, and optimize your financial strategies, this episode is packed with actionable insights!   In this episode, you will learn: How Philip built and scaled multiple businesses in blogging, events, and accounting. The major shifts in blogging and digital content creation over the years. How AI and search engines have disrupted traditional content models. Strategies for running a profitable conference and event business. Key financial mistakes content creators make—and how to avoid them. The importance of tax planning, retirement strategies, and financial systems for entrepreneurs. Why building a financial war chest is crucial for long-term success.   Key Takeaways: 1. Diversification is Key to Long-Term Success. Philip didn't rely on just one business—he built multiple streams of income: PTMoney.com – A personal finance blog that started in 2007. FinCon – A major annual conference for personal finance content creators. TravelCon – A travel content creator event. The Creator CPA – A tax and accounting firm focused on digital entrepreneurs. Each of these businesses operates differently, but Philip has found ways to integrate them so they support each other. 2. The Changing Landscape of Blogging and AI's Impact. Blogging used to be a hub for conversations, but social media took that engagement away. AI-powered search engines now provide direct answers, reducing website traffic for independent bloggers. Google prioritizes big media brands over independent creators, making it harder for small content sites to rank. Many creators are shifting to email newsletters, YouTube, and social media platforms where they can directly engage audiences.   3. Running a Profitable Conference Business. Philip runs two major creator-focused events, but COVID and rising travel costs disrupted the event industry. His advice: Build financial reserves so you can weather downturns. Continuously evolve your model—smaller events, hybrid events, or alternative pricing strategies may be needed. Understand the true cost for attendees—it's not just the ticket price; flights, hotels, and food add up significantly.   4. Financial Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make. Philip sees common financial pitfalls among entrepreneurs, especially content creators: Not setting aside 20% of income for taxes. Ignoring retirement planning (e.g., Solo 401(k)s, SEP IRAs). Mixing personal and business expenses. Failing to build a financial war chest to handle downturns. Solution: Work with a CPA, separate personal and business finances, and prioritize long-term financial stability over short-term spending.   5. Tax Planning vs. Tax Preparation. Most CPAs focus on tax prep (reactive) instead of tax planning (proactive). Strategic tax planning can help business owners reduce taxable income, plan for retirement, and optimize deductions. Meet with your CPA in September/October to plan before year-end. Tip: If your business revenue fluctuates, consider using Roth conversion strategies during low-income years to maximize tax advantages.   About Philip Taylor: Philip Taylor (PT) is a CPA, entrepreneur, and founder of FinCon. He also runs The Creator CPA, a tax firm specializing in financial services for content creators. His insights have been featured in The New York Times, Forbes, The Washington Post, and other major media outlets.   Conclusion: Philip Taylor's journey proves that multiple revenue streams, financial planning, and adaptability are key to long-term entrepreneurial success. Whether you're a content creator, business owner, or service provider, his advice on tax planning, cash flow management, and business diversification can help you increase profitability and protect against economic downturns.   Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ptmoney/ Twitter: https://x.com/ptmoney   https://taylorassociatescpa.com/cpa-for-content-creators/     Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@profitanswerman Sign up to be notified when the next cohort of the Profit First Experience Course is available! Profit First Toolkit: https://lp.profitcomesfirst.com/landing-page-page  Relay Bank (affiliate link): https://relayfi.com/?referralcode=profitcomesfirst Profit Answer Man Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/profitanswerman/ My podcast about living a richer more meaningful life: http://richersoul.com/ Music provided by Junan from Junan Podcast Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs. #profitfirst

Are you a business owner or high-income earner looking for a smarter way to save for retirement? In this episode, we're uncovering a little-known retirement strategy that could let you contribute up to $300,000 annually while slashing your taxes. It's called a cash balance plan, and it's a game-changer for profitable businesses. We'll break down how this plan works, who qualifies, and why it's a step up from traditional 401(k)s or SEP IRAs. Learn how to use this strategy to supercharge your retirement savings, reward employees, and keep more of your hard-earned money. If you want to make the most of your profits and plan for a financially secure future, this is an episode you don't want to miss! Hit play and discover how to take your retirement strategy to the next level.   Next Steps:

Are you a dental practice owner overpaying taxes? Casey and Jarrod discuss powerful tax deductions and strategies with CPA Kevin Rhoton. Learn how to maximize retirement contributions (401(k)s, SEP IRAs, and more), leverage HSAs, and understand the rules around gifts and charitable donations. Kevin also covers mileage tracking and stresses the importance of proactive, year-round tax planning with a trusted CPA.Interested in more info on how to: Earn More, Save More, and Retire EarlyUpcoming Tour Dates: Go to our EVENTS page for infoFacebook: Four Quadrants AdvisoryInstagram: @fourquadrantsadvisoryLinkedIn: Four Quadrants Advisory

You've built a successful business, but now the big question is, how do you turn that into a retirement plan? If you're like many entrepreneurs, you've spent years reinvesting in your business, but what happens when it's time to step away? Can you sell it? Can you create passive income from it? Or should you start saving in other ways right now? In this episode, we're breaking down strategies for business owners who need to turn years of hard work into long-term financial security.   Important Links: Website: http://www.yourplanningpros.com Call: 844-707-7381   ----more---- Transcript:    You've built a successful business, but now, the big question is, how do you turn that into a retirement plan? If you're like many entrepreneurs, you've spent years reinvesting in your own business, but not in yourself. This week on Plan With The Tax Man, let's talk about that. Let's get started. Hey, everybody, welcome into the podcast. Thanks for hanging out with Tony and myself as we talk investing, finance, and retirement. Of course, Tony Mauro is the man to turn to here in the Iowa area at Tax Doctor, Inc. He's a CPA, CFP, and an EA of 30 plus years experience, and a great resource for you to tap into if you've got questions about this week's topic, for example, which is what to do now, if you've sunk all of your efforts and your money into your business. And Tony is a business owner. I know you can probably relate, as many of us can. So it's a great question was we actually got a question in from a listener who's also a business owner kind of posing this, and you and I thought it'd be a good idea to have that conversation. How you doing? I've been good. Well, there's been good here, and just getting ready for tax season as we tape this. Yeah, yeah. It's coming fast and furious, so of course, as you're aware, but I'll share it with the listeners so they can kind of set the table for them, if you will, Dan, a longtime listener and a business owner sent a question that might sound familiar to others who are in the same situation, Tony. He says, "I haven't saved much for retirement, because I'm self-employed and I've always pumped most of my money back into the business. But now, I'm not sure how to turn that into retirement income, as it's creeping up on me fast. Have you worked with folks in a similar situation?" And obviously, Tony, I'm sure that you have. So let's talk about some of the key aspects to that. First of all, what'd you think about the question? I think it's a good question, and almost every one of our business owners are in the same predicament or if we're doing, whether it's just their tax return or their monthly accounting for them, they all face this. And so, it is something on business owners' minds. And what happens to us all as owners is, as we get into our... It's our baby, right? We pump everything into it. They pump everything into it, but I kind of rebut that. Because what they say is, "All my money is in my business." And then, I start asking questions to them when we're trying to do some planning and say, "Well, what's your business worth?" "I don't know," they say. And I said, "Well, even if it's worth, let's say, X, you may not get all of that money up front for it and you may not get what you think." Everybody, since it is our babies, thinks it's worth well more than it actually is. Our kids better looking than anybody else's kid, right? So it is difficult, and we also try to put some numbers to it and tell them, "Well, if your business is worth," I'm just going to use an example, "a million dollars, could you live on that?" And number one. Number two is is, "What if it took 10 years to get that million? Maybe you better start doing some other things in lieu of. Because I think the business itself is icing on the cake, but I wouldn't just count on it for your retirement." Again, everybody's different. No, for sure. And we've got several things kind of in that line and some other stuff. So I'll dive into some of these thoughts here. So what are some smart strategies for turning a business into an asset? So to that point that you just made, Tony, should Dan and people like Dan, should they look at selling? Should they transition to passive ownership? Or is there another approach? I think this is the biggest reason to be talking to your advisor on something like this, because I think all three of them could have merit. Sometimes business owners get burned out and then they want to sell, but basically, it kind of depends. Without knowing more about his financials, it's hard to say. But let's take, for example, if he's fairly successful, earning a good income and still wants to stay in the business, probably, he might want to make sure, and again, this is a more business owner talk than financial talk, but make sure his business is running on systems, so that it is going to be very sellable when he sells it, not just reliant on him. Because they're generally not worth as much if you're doing all the work. And most of these business owners are, they get to be self-employed, and really, they become an employee in their own business and they're slaves to it. That's a great point. And sometimes, even if you're thinking about selling it, maybe you are the business. What happens when you leave? Would it do as well? Yeah. Would it do as well? And if the clients are only used to dealing with you and you leave, well then, that, again, that doesn't bode well for money coming in for you. But I think the way to turn it into a retirement asset is to get it systemized, get it into something, where maybe you can go into passive ownership. Because then it's worth a lot more. Good points. What about just going ahead and maybe, okay, if you're aware of it, you get to this situation, Dan sent this message in, other people are getting there, he doesn't say how far away his retirement is, just that it's nearing, is it maybe time to stop pumping everything into it and look at some 401k options or something for yourself? Maybe if selling it's not on the horizon, is it time to start feeding what, like a SEP, things of that nature? I would definitely say that. That's one of our biggest key planning points with business owners is that whole retirement area, because a couple things can happen. One, they can cut their taxes while they're doing it, and then, the other thing is they can track better employees. And then, of course, the whole, we've been over it time and time again, about saving for the future allows them to pile up massive amounts of money that the ordinary guy sometimes can't do. And I think they need to do both. We try to get them to definitely do one of those things once we talk about how much money they want to try to put aside. Okay, because there's what? SEP IRAs out there? Solo 401ks? Yep. Simple IRAs. You've got the old fashioned type of pension plans, which are expensive, but very good if you've got a ton of cash flow. So there's like 5, 6, 7 options out there, depending on how much flexibility and how much you want to try to sock away, which you can find something that fits you. Yeah, yeah. Well, so obviously, he prioritized reinvesting in his company over traditional savings, which many people do. So to my question a second ago about, hey, it's time to maybe make a change and start paying yourself and your future self, how do you guys help people kind of prioritize that, right? Because I know that that's probably the concern, if left to his own devices, Dan may just keep pumping into the business, does it require maybe that third party person like yourself to say, "Okay, you need somebody to kind of help you stay accountable?" Or what's your thoughts? I think it definitely does, and I think this kind of bodes to some of the facts of monthly accounting and making sure that you understand, each and every month, exactly what happened in the business and then, year over year, of course. And that generally comes somebody else doing your accounting, because most business owners either don't do it at all or don't do it correctly. And then, of course, it's hard to make good decisions. But once that's done, then yes, it's extremely important for your advisor or your accountant, like in our case, to be trying to tax plan with you and retirement plan at the same time. So it all kind of blends into one for us business owners. So that you're seeing that you're not hurting the business, but you're also seeing, "Hey, I'm actually doing something for me too." Exactly. Yeah. And having, I think, a third party or a second set of eyeballs, whatever you want to call it, kind of helps a little bit, because we do get blind... With all the other conversations we have, Tony, typically, we're our own worst enemies, right? That's right. When it comes to just about anything. So, all right, so if Dan wants to eventually sell the business as part of his retirement plan, what's some things for people who are looking to kind of step out of it? Because like succession plan is important. We don't know what kind of business it is, Tony, but I imagine, for your own business, you probably have a succession plan or you're working on one for sure. Exactly. Yeah. In my own business, my succession plan now is my son, who is in the business and learning. So that's my succession plan, and then, I have a plan B from there. If he decides to change his mind, what's going to happen? But business owners need to have a succession plan of some kind. And if you're in business with a partner or a brother, sister type thing, you better have a buy sell in place, so in case somebody wants out would be another one. The other one would be, like I said before, is trying to make sure that your business is running on as many systems as possible, and it's just not reliant on you. Because I think that's going to basically maximize its value. And then, of course, on top of that, if you could show that you're steadily growing the business, you've got good accounting records and processes in place, that's going to bode very well for a particular buyer to come in and buy themselves an income that they can replicate what you're doing and make money, all while possibly paying you off. That makes sense, Tony. And is there a value in, obviously, getting your company evaluated, evaluated for what it's worth, what they call that evaluation, right? Evaluation, yeah. What's a window for that? Should you do that just anytime, just so you know where you stand? Or if you're thinking about selling it, should you do that a year ahead of time or six months? Or what's your thoughts? My thoughts when people ask me that are a year to two ahead of time, so that you can basically start out the easy way and just try to use some free resources for that. And then, as you get a little closer, you've got to go from basically just looking around at what's selling in your industry, basically from the internet or brokers, to really maybe going out and get a professional evaluation done of the business. And there are companies that do that and they charge a fee and then they go out and do that, kind of like an appraiser would for real estate. And you can find mid range and upper range, just kind of depending on what you're looking for, they can get a little bit pricey, depending on the situation. But then again, maybe not, you may not feel it's pricey at all, so it could be worthwhile. So yeah, I think you got to start getting your ducks in a row, just like anything in retirement, whether you're self-employed or working for somebody else, right? It's all about having a plan and a strategy. So reach out to somebody like Tony and have a conversation, who is a CPA, right? And a CFP. So kind of thinking about both sides of the aisle there, taxation as well as financial planning for the future. And if you've got those questions, need some help, reach out to Tony at yourplanningpros.com, that's yourplanningpros.com, to get started today, get some time on the calendar. Or call him at 844-707-7381 if you're not already working with us. And if you're listening to the podcast and you work with Tony, that's great. If you're not and you're just catching this, feel free to consider subscribing to the podcast, so you can catch future episodes when they come out, on Apple or Spotify or whatever platform you like using. We'd certainly appreciate the support as well. Tony, anything else that I didn't catch on this? Any thoughts you might have? Other than just, like you said, if you need anything, to the listeners, reach out, because this is something for business owners. We love to work with them and make sure that they can get to where they want to be in their financial lives. For sure. So yeah, don't hesitate. Yeah, it gets a little more complicated, I suppose, sometimes than just the normal straight approach. But still, you got to have a plan, no matter what side that you're working with, whether you work for somebody else, like I said, or for yourself. So get on the calendar, and we'll see you next time here with Tony Mauro. Plan With The Tax Man, that's the name of the podcast. We'll catch you a little bit later on.   Securities offered through Avantax Investment Services SM, member FINRA, SIPC. Investment advisory services offered through Avantax Advisory Services. Insurance services offered through an Avantax affiliated insurance agency. Investment strategies discussed in this episode may not be suitable for all investors. Please consult with a financial professional.

Did you know you could be losing thousands of dollars each year due to common financial mistakes? On this episode of the MoneyfitMD podcast, Dr. Latifat sits down with Certified Financial Planner Hugh Baker to uncover the financial pitfalls that physicians often encounter and provides practical strategies to steer clear of them.What You Will Learn:Why investing for the long-term with index funds is a preferred strategy for young physicians: Hugh debunks the myth of chasing short-term returns and explains why bonds may not be the best investment for those with a longer time horizon.How to avoid common tax mistakes that can cost you thousands: Discover why it's crucial to understand the intricacies of tax-advantaged accounts, like backdoor Roth IRAs and SEP IRAs, and learn how to review your tax return for potential errors.The key factors to consider when choosing a financial advisor: Hugh provides insights into identifying an advisor who is a good fit for your specific needs, focusing on their ideal client profile, fee structure, and transparency in compensation.Key Takeaways:Don't leave your investment contributions sitting idle in cash accounts. Ensure your money is actively working for you by investing it appropriately.Take the time to understand your tax situation and ensure you're taking advantage of available deductions. Simple oversights can lead to significant financial losses.You are the CEO of your finances. Choosing a financial advisor is a significant decision, so prioritize finding someone who aligns with your values, communicates transparently, and puts your interests first.Tune in now to discover how to avoid costly financial mistakes and take control of your financial future. Click Here to Secure Your Spot for the 2025 Wealthy You In-Person Gathering.It's time to finally take action on your financial goals. Join other women physicians who are choosing an uncommon life of financial and life freedom by registering for the 3-DAY Money Moves Challenge for women physicians. Register HereReady to explore the transformative power of sabbaticals?Download the free Sabbatical Guide at Moneyfitmd.com/Sabbatical and embark on a journey to financial freedom and personal growth. Share the link with your fellow physicians and join the movement to normalize taking pauses for a healthier and more fulfilling life.If you are a Hardworking, Busy Woman physician who wants to get good at money without wasting more time sifting through the internet. This is for you. https://www.moneyfitmd.com/guideWe are social:Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/MoneyfitMD/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moneyfitmd/Youtube: youtube.com/@money...

Get the latest on 2025 retirement contribution limits! Adam Bergman unpacks changes to IRAs, 401(k)s, SEP IRAs, SIMPLE IRAs, Roths, and Solo 401(k)s, plus Secure Act 2.0 enhancements for ages 60-63. Learn what's new, what's the same, and how it impacts your savings strategy!

Send us a textIMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not intended or should be taken as tax advice. Consult with a tax professional to help you with your own specific tax situation. Robin Ruegg, a USA Brevet rating gymnastics judge with over 40 years of experience, joins us to unravel the fascinating world of gymnastics officiating. Robin shares her journey from a gymnast at the University of Minnesota to a respected judge, offering insights into the crucial yet frequently overlooked financial responsibilities that come with being a sports official.We tackle the nitty-gritty of tax responsibilities and deductions tailored for referees, judges, and officials. Uncover how to navigate the maze of tax-deductible expenses such as professional membership fees, training costs, and the specificities around officiating. Our conversation dives into the importance of differentiating between deductions and credits, with practical examples, including whether your iPad might help trim your tax bill.Finally, we focus on financial strategies for sole proprietors, like referees and coaches, emphasizing meticulous income reporting—even those amounts under $600, which often slip under the radar. Robin offers valuable advice on securing your financial future through pension plans like SEP IRAs or Roth IRAs. With personal anecdotes, we highlight the power of consistent contributions to retirement savings and demystify the tax implications of different retirement account types, ensuring you're better equipped for a stable financial future.

Get my Monthly Newsletter here This episode, Erica covers 4 key retirement plans: Roth IRAs, Traditional IRAs, SEP IRAs, and Solo 401ks. Erica explains the eligibility criteria, 2024 contribution limits, and special considerations based on business structure (sole proprietor, LLC, or S Corp). She highlights the benefits and potential drawbacks of each plan, offering insights to help solo consultants make informed retirement savings decisions.   (00:54) Retirement Planning for Self-Employed Consultants (02:11) Roth IRA: The Favorite Child (03:55) Traditional IRA: A Flexible Option (05:46) SEP IRA: Ideal for High, Fluctuating Income (07:57) Solo 401k: High Limits and Flexibility (09:48) Key Takeaways and Final Thoughts (11:43) Stay Connected and Informed   ____________________ Resources Referenced: Ep69 - SEP vs Solo 401(k) with Sean Mullaney, CPA ____________________ Connect with Erica | LinkedIn | Website | Newsletter

Today we're learning allllll about IRAs (individual retirement arrangements/accounts) including Roth IRAs, Traditional IRAs, Rollover IRAs and SEP IRAs. You'll understand contribution limits, tax implications, and eligibility requirements for each account. As always, we aim to empower you with all the knowledge you need to make informed decisions for future you. This is not advice.      ✨Roth IRAs are best for you if you are in a lower income tax bracket and do not need a tax break, because you are taxed upfront, not later.  ✨Traditional IRAs are best for you if you do not qualify for a Roth, or if you need a tax break… if you qualify for the deduction. The benefits are before tax dollars, offering you a tax break if you are eligible bc you are in a higher tax bracket.  ✨Rollover IRAs you rollover an employer sponsored plan, like a 401k in the plan you want to keep them separate so you can roll it back into a new 401k plan at a new employer.  ✨SEP IRAs are best for small business owners who do not want the complexities of 401ks. There are higher contribution limits, and all contributions are made by the employer.        Contribution LimitsYou have to have taxable compensation and your modified AGI. Beginning in 2024, the IRA contribution limit increased to $7,000 ($8,000 for individuals age 50 or older) from $6,500 ($7,500 for individuals age 50 or older). This stayed the same for 2025.   Resources:  Contribution limits: https://www.irs.gov/publications/p590a SEP IRA FAQ: https://www.irs.gov/retirement-plans/retirement-plans-faqs-regarding-seps  Still Have More Questions or a Comment? 

Hosted by: Dr. Disha Spath Guest: Sean Mullaney, Advice-Only Financial Planner and Author of The Solo 401k: The Solopreneur's Retirement Account     Episode Highlights: Introduction: Dr. Disha Spath welcomes listeners back and introduces Sean Mullaney, President of Mullaney Financial and Tax Inc, a fee-only financial planner and tax advisor for self-employed individuals and small business owners. About Sean Mullaney: Sean shares his background, transitioning from a career in corporate tax planning to launching an advice-only financial planning firm. He discusses his award-winning blog, FITaxGuy.com, and his book The Solo 401k: The Solopreneur's Retirement Account, which has become a valuable resource on tax planning for freelancers and independent contractors. Sean's Financial Journey: Sean discusses his passion for personal financial planning and his motivation to help small business owners and entrepreneurs maximize their savings through tax-efficient retirement strategies. Understanding the Solo 401k: Sean explains the structure and benefits of the solo 401k for self-employed retirement planning, highlighting its differences from traditional 401ks and IRAs. This retirement option is designed for self-employed professionals, including “physicians with side gigs” and “freelancers,” offering flexibility in contributions and investment options. Combining W-2 Employment with Side Hustles: Sean offers strategies for combining a solo 401k with retirement planning for 1099 income when you have both W-2 earnings and independent contracting income, helping listeners maximize their retirement contributions. Alternatives to the Solo 401k: Sean reviews other self-employed retirement plans, including SEP IRAs, Simple IRAs, and Defined Benefit Plans, explaining the pros and cons of each option based on business income, structure, and goals. The Backdoor Roth IRA Strategy: Sean explains the solo 401k's compatibility with the backdoor Roth IRA strategy for high-income earners, allowing listeners to bypass the pro-rata rule and make tax-free contributions without triggering extra tax burdens. Rollover Strategies for Former Employer 401ks: Sean provides retirement rollover options for managing a previous employer's 401k. He explores the options of leaving it where it is, rolling it over to a traditional IRA, or moving it to a solo 401k, with insights on tax benefits, fees, and creditor protection. Future of Retirement Savings for Entrepreneurs: Sean shares his perspective on the trend toward Roth accounts, the tax outlook for retirees, and the impact of political dynamics on future retirement tax planning. Where to Find Sean Mullaney: Sean invites listeners to explore his blog, FITaxGuy.com, for insights on tax planning for financial independence and to check out his YouTube channel, featuring weekly personal finance videos for practical financial advice.     Key Takeaways: Solo 401k Benefits for Self-Employed Individuals: Solo 401ks offer higher contribution limits, greater flexibility in investment choices, and significant tax advantages for self-employed professionals and side hustlers. Combining Retirement Accounts for Physicians and Entrepreneurs: Professionals with both W-2 income and 1099 earnings can leverage multiple retirement accounts to maximize tax-advantaged savings. Backdoor Roth IRA Advantages: A solo 401k allows high-income earners to implement a backdoor Roth IRA strategy while avoiding pro-rata rule issues, making it especially valuable for physicians with 1099 income. 401k Rollover Considerations for Solopreneurs: Carefully weigh rollover options for former employer 401ks, focusing on factors like fees, tax rules, and creditor protection.     Recommended Resources: The Solo 401k: The Solopreneur's Retirement Account by Sean Mullaney Sean's blog: FITaxGuy.com – Covering “tax planning for financial independence” topics. Sean's YouTube channel: Sean Mullaney Videos     Thank you for tuning in to Finding Financial Freedom with The Frugal Physician! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and share it with your colleagues. Stay frugal and financially free! The discussion is intended to be for general educational purposes and is not tax, legal, or investment advice for any individual. Disha and the Finding Financial Freedom with The Frugal Physician podcast do not endorse Sean Mullaney, Mullaney Financial & Tax, Inc. and their services. Guest appearances on the podcast do not constitute their endorsement of any sponsors of the Finding Financial Freedom with The Frugal Physician podcast.

Vanguard has announced that it is selling 280,000 small business retirement plans to Ascensus. The transaction covers individual 401(k) plans, sometimes called Solo 401(k)s, Multi-SEP IRAs, and Simple IRAs, but not individual SEP IRAs.Here's my take on what's going on, your options, and what this means for Vanguard.Press Release: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-relea...Ascensus Fees: https://www.ascensus.com/solutions/re...Fidelity Solo 401(k): https://www.fidelity.com/retirement-i...Schwab Solo 401(k): https://www.schwab.com/small-business...Join the Newsletter. It's Free:https://robberger.com/newsletter/?utm...

Hey everyone, welcome back! Today, the Traveling Groomers hosted an insightful session with River Lee on retirement planning for small business owners and employees. We dove into the importance of knowing your IRAs—Traditional versus Roth—and why consistent, small contributions can benefit your future. River shared her tips on leveraging business structures like SEP IRAs for significant savings and maximizing tax advantages. We also touched on practical financial strategies, from reducing debt to considering micro-investing apps. Remember, it's about planning ahead and making smart choices today for a secure, enjoyable retirement. Stay tuned for more tips and keep thriving!

Most Americans have at least some of their retirement savings sitting in workplace retirement plans like 401ks, 403bs, SEP-IRAs and the like.  And when you leave a job, due to a retirement transition or not, many people wonder what they should do with the savings they've accumulated in the plans.  We've noticed that the more people tend to have in their retirement plans, the more reluctant they are to take action out of fear of making a mistake.  In this episode of the podcast we'll answer several questions about 401k rollovers: ·       Should I keep my savings in the 401k or roll the funds into an IRA? ·       Can I roll my 401k directly into a Roth IRA? ·       My savings is in the Federal TSP.  I've heard the plan is really good.  Should I roll the funds into an IRA when I retire or stick with the TSP? We'll also review the logistics of 401k rollovers and how you can avoid major mistakes.   Resources: https://www.morningstar.com/funds/are-low-volatility-etfs-dead

In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, hosts Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey discuss the advantages and disadvantages of SEP IRAs and Solo 401ks for doctors earning 1099 income. They delve into the differences between W2 and 1099 income, tax considerations, and the impact on retirement planning. The discussion includes real-life anecdotes, such as navigating backdoor Roth IRAs, the complexities of plan compliance, and criteria for choosing between SEP IRAs and Solo 401ks. The episode stresses the importance of understanding the nuances to make informed financial decisions tailored to individual circumstances. To download a free-copy of the best-selling Physician Philosopher's Guide to Personal Finance: https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/freebook To get disability insurance from a source you can trust, visit https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/disability 

In this episode, we dive into the implications of the Federal Reserve's recent 0.5% interest rate cut, examining how it affects the economy, inflation, and financial products like loans and savings accounts. We also tackle the rising costs of living due to inflation, focusing on how essentials like groceries and auto insurance impact consumers daily. As we navigate this changing economic landscape, our experts discuss adaptive investment strategies, particularly for income investors, and the importance of tailoring portfolios to respond to potential future rate changes. Lastly, we explore retirement savings options for business owners and self-employed individuals, detailing plans such as traditional IRAs, SIMPLE IRAs, SEP IRAs, and solo 401(k)s. Understanding these options is crucial for optimizing tax benefits and ensuring a secure financial future.   Listen, Watch, Subscribe, Ask! https://www.therealmoneypros.com   Hosts: Jeremiah Bates & Nic Daniels ————————————————————— SPONSORS: Guild Mortgage: https://guildmortgage.com   Ataraxis PEO https://ataraxispeo.com   Tree City Advisors of Apollon: https://www.treecityadvisors.com   Apollon Wealth Management: https://apollonwealthmanagement.com/   Formations: https://get.formationscorp.com/real-money-pros —————————————————————

Don and Tom from "Talking Real Money" talk about the end-of-the-week stock market decline and put equity investing in perspective. Then they discuss recent changes in retirement savings plans. They mention that catch-up contributions for those making over $145,000 a year will now have to go into Roth 401ks instead of traditional ones. They also touch on no more required minimum distributions (RMDs) from Roth 401k plans and new options for Roth contributions in SEP IRAs and simple IRAs. They note changes in penalties for missed RMDs and other updates for retirement planning in 2025. They emphasize the importance of diversification and sticking to a long-term investment strategy, despite fluctuations in the market and new regulations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Csobaji has been in the Pension and Retirement Plan industry since 2000. He holds a B.A. from Denison University, a master's degree in management from Marymount University, and a Certificate in Financial Planning from Georgetown University. His career includes roles at T. Rowe Price, PNC Bank, Charles Schwab Retirement Plan Services, TIAA, and the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association, where he managed various Employer Benefit Plans. Steve has advised clients at all levels, from C-Suite to rank-and-file employees. Currently, Steve manages Quest's Dallas office and works on the sales team, specializing in Self-Directed IRAs and tax-advantaged accounts like Roth IRAs, SEP IRAs, Solo 401(k)s, and Health Savings Accounts. He is a frequent speaker at industry conferences nationwide. His clients invest in a range of private assets, including real estate, private entities, and promissory notes. Steve recently earned the Certified IRA Services Professional title from the American Bankers Association. To get in touch with Steve, reach out to him on this toll-free number: 855-FUN-IRAS Keeping it Real Estate is brought to you by Granite Towers Equity Group, helping investors create passive income through multifamily real estate. To get in touch with the founders of Granite Towers, Mike Roeder and Dan Brisse, visit https://www.granitetowersequitygroup.com/contact