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A Roth IRA is a type of Individual Retirement Account (IRA) to which you make contributions with after tax money, meaning earnings you’ve already paid taxes on. The money you put into your Roth IRA grows tax-free and, assuming you have met certain conditions, your withdrawals are tax-free and not reported in your taxable income.
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With high expectations for a re-acceleration of Chinese growth as the backdrop, investors grappled with the potential ramifications of the coronavirus outbreak, and what - if any actions should be taken to protect against the unknown impact.
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Income and cash flow in retirement planning is a crucial conversation that involves an analysis of different asset classes and a view on the economic cycle. Income is measured in terms of yield, but higher yielding asset classes often come with an elevated level of risk. Therefore, it is critical to pair yield and income needs with an assessment of volatility and client risk tolerance.
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Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) are charitable gift vehicles, sponsored by public charities that accept tax-deductible donations and invest them in a donor account until the donor requests that grants be made from the account to other IRS qualified charities.
Read PostWhile investment management is a critical component of your wealth strategy, managing your financial life goes beyond simply managing your investment portfolio.
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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.
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Most people assume the components of a financial plan include their brokerage, retirement and bank accounts, but a financial plan is much more than that. A financial plan takes into account your assets, your liabilities and any other circumstances that will impact your wealth. A financial plan focuses on your goals – both short and long-term – and what you need to achieve them. At Boston Private, we provide a comprehensive analysis and develop a plan customized for your individual situation.
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Studies show how difficult it can be for adult children and their parents to talk about their wishes and plans regarding caretaking, finances, estate planning and legacy issues as they age. While most elderly people don't want to become financially dependent on their children, some four in 10 families...
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Investors tend to buy high and sell low. They tend to become greedy when markets are approaching a high, and they become fearful when markets are at, or near, low points. Studies show that the more frequently investors check their portfolio performance, the more they trade, and the worse their performance becomes. In fact, investors in liquid investments (such as stocks) tend to sell quicker than investors in illiquid investments (such as real estate) because the pricing is readily available. How can you avoid falling into this trap? Should you just buy and hold? Set it and forget it?
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