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Donations and Tax Savings: Your End of Year Giving Strategy
The end of the year is a perfect time to give back to others and your community. Whether you're an individual or a business owner, charitable donations benefit the recipient and provide tax advantages to the donor. Tax deductions often have incentives for individuals and corporations to give more vigorously to philanthropy, which is essential. Here are some reasons why end-of-year giving may be a comprehensive strategy. To help manage the current year's tax liability. Year-en
Cayla Dee Porter
Nov 242 min read


How The "Big Beautiful Bill" Affects Long-Term Financial Planning
The recent tax legislation, known as the ‘Big Beautiful Bill,’ introduces a number of changes that may affect various aspects of personal finance. This reform impacts various aspects of personal finance, from income tax rates and brackets to modifications in deductions and exemptions. Here's what investors need to know about the "Big Beautiful Bill," which is now law. Changes in tax brackets - One of the most significant changes under the "Big Beautiful Bill" is the restruc
Cayla Dee Porter
Oct 202 min read


End-of-Summer Financial Reset: Preparing for Q4 Tax Planning
As summer winds down and autumn approaches, it's the perfect time to reassess your financial situation and prepare for Q4 tax planning....
Cayla Dee Porter
Sep 292 min read


The One Big Beautiful Bill Act is Now Law
TAX | by Joe Elsasser, CFP®, Founder and President of Covisum The One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025 (OBBBA 2025) has passed. It...
Cayla Dee Porter
Jul 104 min read


Hot Weather, Cool Tax Tips: Mid-Year Moves to Maximize 2025 Tax Deductions
As the hot weather kicks in this summer, now is an opportune time to explore proactive tax strategies that can help manage your 2025 tax...
Cayla Dee Porter
Jul 102 min read


How Life Insurance Fits into One’s Financial Strategy
There's often a misconception that life insurance only serves to provide for loved ones in the event of death. While a life insurance policy certainly does that, it also has the potential to integrate as part of an overall strategy. Life insurance can help manage risk and protect against the potential financial fallout from unexpected events. Here are five ways that life insurance may fit into a financial strategy.
Cayla Dee Porter
May 93 min read


Smart Money Habits for Global Money Week: Financial Literacy at Every Age
Financial literacy, the ability to comprehend financial concepts, manage one's finances, budget, and invest, is crucial for lifelong financial health. The significance of financial literacy transcends age brackets—it is a lifelong pursuit that begins in one's 20s and continues well into one's 70s and beyond.
You can work toward an independent financial future by developing and adapting financial strategies and skills in every decade of life.
Cayla Dee Porter
Apr 252 min read


Financial Literacy Month: Tax Strategies to Maximize Your Savings
Tax planning and saving are integral to any comprehensive financial strategy. It is paramount to manage tax efficiency without jeopardizing one's financial goals. Numerous financial literacy techniques can be leveraged to help manage taxes, align with objectives, and maximize savings. Here are five strategies to help you get started saving
Cayla Dee Porter
Apr 232 min read


The Importance of a Diversified Portfolio During a Bear Market
“Don’t put all your eggs in one basket,”
Cayla Dee Porter
Apr 83 min read


Empower Your Finances: Strategies for Women to Bridge the Wealth Gap
Implementing several strategies can help women work toward financial independence and wealth creation, bridging the wealth gap
Cayla Dee Porter
Mar 313 min read


Debunking the Myth: The Truth About Wealth Accumulation and Luck
There is often debate on the role that luck plays in accumulating wealth. Some argue that wealth accumulation is a matter of hard work,...
Cayla Dee Porter
Mar 172 min read


5 Things to Know About Annuities
Annuities, which can be purchased from an insurance company, maybe a suitable strategy for investors who want to secure a steady income...
Cayla Dee Porter
Feb 283 min read


How to Manage Withdrawals Throughout Retirement
Planning for retirement often raises one crucial question: How much should one withdraw each year during retirement? Managing withdrawals...
Cayla Dee Porter
Feb 262 min read


2025 Social Security Benefits and Taxes
People often misunderstand Social Security retirement benefits and taxation since not all benefits are taxable. The amount of benefits...
Cayla Dee Porter
Feb 222 min read
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