While the proposed federal tax reform plan making its way through Congress isn’t likely to change anything for this tax year, there are plenty of moves you can make before Dec. 29 to help reduce your 2017 tax bill. Here’s a quick list of ten tax topics to review with your financial and tax advisor before year end.

What’s the best charitable giving strategy to pursue while awaiting the outcome of proposed tax law changes in Washington? The methods, charities, and assets you choose can affect your tax deduction.

Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) are easy to establish, flexible, and private—and it can relieve you from the pressure of having to make too many individual giving decisions before year end.

With the Equifax breach still making headlines, it can feel like no personal or financial information is completely safe and secure. If big corporations can get hacked, is there any hope for the rest of us in our private lives?

Whether you have a child beginning elementary school, entering high school or heading back to college, now is an ideal time to engage them in conversations about money. From back to school supplies to new shoes or dorm items, they are actively shopping with you for items they care about. As you pull out your wallet, take a few minutes to revisit some common sense saving and spending tips that will inspire them to think about what they are buying.

We've all heard the remarkable tales about people who stumbled on antiques or works of art worth millions of dollars in their attic or at yard sales. But even those of us who have artwork or collectibles in full view in our homes may not know how much they are actually worth.

When was the last time you took a look at your estate plan? Last year? Five years ago? No doubt things have changed in your life and your financial situation since then. Here are ten questions that can help you decide if your estate plan needs adjusting right now to make sure it’s in sync with your current financial situation.

While you may need to quickly adjust your financial “sails” occasionally to respond to unexpected life changes, there are many other events that you can prepare for in advance to make future course corrections much easier. Here’s a review of six major life events that can alter your financial plans – plus some actions you can take now to make sure you’re prepared for the future.

For aging adults, maintaining their independence is a highly-valued goal. Families most often take the lead in helping their parents with day to day, health and financial matters, but sometimes a more specialized expert is needed – especially when navigating health care concerns. Enter the Geriatric Care Manager. Want to learn more about who this is and how they can help?