Geopolitical tensions have risen lately. In this episode, the relatable finance guys go over some of the recent events and discuss their implications for the economy and asset markets
Under new guidance from the IRS, widows and widowers who missed the deadline to claim a deceased spouse’s unused estate and lifetime gift tax exemptions as their own may have up to five years to make this portability election and shield more of their wealth from future tax liabilities. Understanding Portability In 2023, U.S. tax […]
Selling a company that you put your heart and soul into building can provide significant rewards, including financial security for the remainder of your lifetime and potentially your heirs. Nevertheless, achieving that aim and reaping the full potential of the proceeds from a business sale requires careful reviews of where your business currently fits within […]
In this episode, the relatable finance guys look at the decision of saving now and enjoying your money in the future or YOLO, spend now and enjoy life in the moment. The topic came from a couple of client conversations where business owners sold their businesses and made comments such as “I have been wealthy […]
It is good practice to assess your physical and mental well-being regularly to identify changes you may make to improve your current circumstances. For some, this may result in simply eating a healthier diet, committing to a more rigorous exercise routine or working with a therapist or other licensed medical professional. The same advice applies […]
Under the Secure Act 2.0, generous grandparents have even more reasons to establish 529 educational savings plans for their grandchildren in 2024, when new rollover provisions take effect. Contributions to 529 plans grow tax-deferred and can be withdrawn by beneficiaries tax-free when used to pay for qualifying education expenses, including tuition, books, computers, and room […]
In this episode, the relatable finance guys dive into technology stocks, particularly those that are tied to artificial intelligence which have seen a strong performance this year. This has led to one of the highest concentrations in stock market indices.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median number of years that wage and salary workers aged 25 and older had been with their current employer in January 2022 was 4.9 years, the same as in 2021 and just 0.01 percent less than in 2018. That translates to approximately nine jobs over 45 […]
The death of a spouse can be one of the most devastating events in an individual’s life. Not only must surviving spouses cope with the emotional, mental and physical turmoil of their crushing grief, but they will also face a tsunami of legal and financial decisions, including the responsibility to pay their bills, keep the […]
FT. LAUDERDALE, FL, June 14, 2023 – Provenance Wealth Advisors, an affiliate of Berkowitz Pollack Brant Advisors + CPAs Accountants, has been recognized on Accounting Today’s annual Wealth Magnets list. The Wealth Magnets list ranks investment advisory firms affiliated with CPA firms by assets under advisement. Provenance Wealth Advisors had $3.79 billion in assets under […]
In this episode, the relatable finance guys discuss the S&P 500 index, which is commonly referred to as the market. This is the most common index in the US and they go into the specifics of what you are investing in if you own it and some potential gaps in your investments if this is […]
College tuition costs continue to rise, forcing families to plan far in advance for how they will afford the future costs of their children’s higher education. Taking advantage of a 529 saving plan helps families reach these goals while providing significant tax benefits. Contributions you make today to a 529 college-saving plan grow tax-deferred until […]
Life insurance is a vital estate planning tool intended to help you protect your surviving family members from significant financial burden and other economic risks that can occur when you pass away. In the simplest terms, a life insurance policy passes outside of probate to your beneficiaries, providing them with immediate funds to pay required […]
Earlier this year, the U.S. Department of Labor, Internal Revenue Service and Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation issued final changes to the ways in which retirement plan sponsors must annually report critical information about their employee benefit plans in according with the Secure Act that was passed into law in 2021. These updates apply to employer’s […]
In this episode, Relatable Finance host Shane Phillips talks to Jared Husch, Director of Growth at Nearpod. They cover many areas of the start-up world including working in a small company environment, acquisitions and growth potential. They also discuss the old and new Miami start-up scene as well as new innovations such as ChatGPT and […]