Heard About Medicare’s GLP-1 Bridge? Here’s the Scoop. GLP-1 medications have been making headlines, and now there’s a new Medicare program worth knowing about. The Medicare GLP-1 Bridge program launched July 1, 2026, and may give some eligible Medicare beneficiaries access to certain GLP-1 medications for $50 per month when […]
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Recent changes under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act expanded how 529 plans can be used starting in 2026. Here’s a brief overview of what changed. Key Updates State tax treatment can differ from federal rules, so Minnesota residents should confirm details with their specific plan. Contributions and Gifting There […]
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We’re past the halfway point of the year. That can make this a useful time to review a few tax-related items before the second half gets busy. Here are a few areas we believe many clients may find worth a closer look: Roth ConversionsThe extra senior deduction available through 2028 […]
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As we officially step into summer and close the books on the first half of 2026, it can be a natural time to pause and reflect. We have seen our share of market fluctuations this past spring, from the geopolitical uncertainties in March and April to shifting inflation narratives, but […]
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Half the year is already behind us. This might be a good time to review your retirement savings progress and consider tax strategies that may improve your financial outlook for 2026 and beyond. Contribution Limits for 2026 401(k), 403(b), and 457 plans: $24,500 employee deferral limit. Age 50 and older […]
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A 401k is often one of the largest assets for retirees. A Roth conversion is one strategy some retirees consider to help manage future taxes and Medicare premiums. What is a Roth conversion? Money moves from a traditional 401k or IRA to a Roth IRA. Taxes are paid on the […]
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The market went from trading purely on sentiment, to trading based on the strong underlying fundamentals in just two weeks. Once the Iran conflict uncertainty began to fade, focus returned to strong corporate earnings growth. The retreat in oil prices lessened concern about oil shock inflation, and interest rates have […]
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Today’s market rally based on news that the Iran conflict may end soon, is the best one day move since May of last year. Typically when we are in a market correction, any bounce may get sold as part of the bottom testing that has to happen before a recovery […]
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The 15% savings rate is a widely used benchmark in the industry. Fidelity suggests that saving approximately 15% of income annually (including employer contributions) may help individuals work toward a retirement that replaces a portion of their pre-retirement income. Current Savings Rates (Recent Industry Data) Fidelity’s Q4 2025 Retirement Analysis […]
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