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Can You Afford to Spend More and Give More? You Might Be Surprised by the Answer!

Can You Afford to Spend More and Give More? You Might Be Surprised by the Answer!

What I didn’t realize when I started my career was just how difficult it can be for clients to feel comfortable spending money and giving away their wealth to family or charities they feel good about (and the regret that can come later in life by these decisions). Whether you are currently retired, soon to be retired, or just looking ahead to the future, you can learn about options and make smart decisions that may enable you to spend more and give more.

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Supreme Court Upholds Washington State Capital Gains Tax – What You Need To Know

Supreme Court Upholds Washington State Capital Gains Tax – What You Need To Know

On March 24, 2023, the Washington State Supreme Court ruled in favor of a state capital gains tax, which was originally passed in 2021 to take effect starting January 1, 2022. The state will continue as planned and collect the tax due for tax year 2022, leaving just a few short weeks to file a return and pay the tax (the federal tax return filing deadline lands on April 18 this year). With the clouds of uncertainty dispersed, it’s important for Washington residents to understand what is at play.

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8 Helpful Tips for Deciding Which Animal Rescues to Support This Year

8 Helpful Tips for Deciding Which Animal Rescues to Support This Year

There are so many animal welfare charities out there, all doing great work saving, helping, and re-homing pets, and all asking for your support. But how do you decide which ones will really value and make good use of your money? Learn useful tips for selecting the best animal welfare groups for you.

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Can You Afford to Spend More and Give More? You Might Be Surprised by the Answer!

Can You Afford to Spend More and Give More? You Might Be Surprised by the Answer!

What I didn’t realize when I started my career was just how difficult it can be for clients to feel comfortable spending money and giving away their wealth to family or charities they feel good about (and the regret that can come later in life by these decisions). Whether you are currently retired, soon to be retired, or just looking ahead to the future, you can learn about options and make smart decisions that may enable you to spend more and give more.

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