December 15, 2024
Roth IRA
Published by Brad Horn on December 15, 2024
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The Path for Roth IRA Conversions

Roth IRA Conversions Introduction Roth IRA conversions are a powerful tool for tax and retirement planning. A Roth IRA conversion is a financial strategy that allows individuals to move funds from a standard retirement account, such as a Traditional IRA or 401(k), into a Roth IRA. The conversion can have […]
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December 3, 2024
Published by Brad Horn on December 3, 2024
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Download – Important Numbers 2025

2025 Important Planning Numbers Download There are lots of important numbers that we work with in financial, tax, and retirement planning.  At the same time, there are many core numbers our clients ask us about and need to keep in mind. In some cases, those numbers change each year. Other […]
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August 28, 2023
Published by Brad Horn on August 28, 2023
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New Law Impacts the 401k Catch-Up Rule

Last week, the IRS announced new changes to the 401k catch-up rule.  Previously, the IRS required  high-earners to place their catch-up savings in Roth  accounts with no immediate tax benefit.  The new rule allows savers age 50 and older to make catch-up contributions to pre-tax accounts for two more years.  […]
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August 14, 2023
charity
Published by Brad Horn on August 14, 2023
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How to Make a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) from an IRA

How to Make a Qualified Charitable Distribution from an IRA Introduction to QCDs A qualified charitable distribution (QCD) is an allocation from an individual retirement account (IRA) to a qualifying charity.  Internal Revenue Code Section 408(d)(8) contains the guidelines for doing a QCD. This article summarizes the rules in simple […]
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March 15, 2022
Retirement Planning MasterClass Minneapolis
Published by Brad Horn on March 15, 2022
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Retirement Planning MasterClass

Retirement Planing MasterClass The Retirement Planning Masterclass was created to help you to better structure your retirement and investment plans, to better manage risk, and to preserve a comfortable lifestyle. Live Online Tuesdays, April 19 & 26 Time: 10:00am-11:30am Concordia University Saturdays, April 23 & 30 Time: 10:00am-11:30am 282 Concordia […]
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November 19, 2021
Financial Planning Minneapolis
Published by Brad Horn on November 19, 2021
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Important Planning Numbers 2022

2022 Important Planning Numbers Download There are lots of important planning numbers that we work with.  At the same time, there are many core numbers our clients ask us about and need to keep in mind. In some cases, those numbers change each year. Other times, the figures do not […]
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September 17, 2021
New Tax law
Published by Brad Horn on September 17, 2021
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New Tax Law Proposed Will Kill IRA Conversions and Investments in Private Placements

New Tax Law Proposed Will Kill IRA Conversions and Investments in Private Placements Introduction The new tax law presented by Democrats seeks to reform retirement plan rules.  It also seeks close “loopholes” commonly used by wealthy individuals. Finally, it limits private equity investments by IRAs, including business start-up funding.  The […]
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September 14, 2021
Biden Tax Law
Published by Brad Horn on September 14, 2021
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Biden Tax Law Proposal Targets High Income Individuals, S-Corps and Trusts

Biden Tax law proposal Targets High Income Individuals, S-Corps and Trusts Introduction The new Biden tax law is on deck and in the books. Democrats released the tax proposal on September 13. After months of anticipation, the final product does not match expectations. The proposed measures may impact you in […]
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