Stableford Capital Insights

Do you want to feel in control of your money as you head into the new year? Then it’s time to begin your year-end financial planning. Whether you are currently working and planning for the future or quickly approaching retirement, financial planning is an essential part of a year-end tasks. Q4 is a great time to review your current asset allocations, investment opportunities and taxes to set you up for a prosperous new year.

There are two important tools to be aware of that can both minimize your taxes AND bolster your retirement investment plan. Is a backdoor Roth or Rich Person Roth right for your retirement investment plan? An experienced financial advisor can really help guide you along your personal roadmap to you meet your specific goals.

Investment management is not an easy or direct path. To not only protect your wealth but also grow it, you need a partner whose integrated approach will help you customize a plan for your future, actively manage your asset allocation, and will take into account your tax liability. Stableford Capital is up to the challenge.

Will you be able to deduct moving expenses in 2018, and how will tax changes to mileage and reimbursements affect your tax preparation? For the best strategies in your 2018 tax preparation documenting and deducting, reach out to Stableford Capital tax specialists today.

Wondering if your small business will be affected by the tax law changes and need to modify your business entertainment expense policy? There are a few key strategies small businesses can employ to spend and document wisely in this arena, leading to strategically paying fewer taxes.

If you file a tax return, you will be affected by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017. This major tax reform makes changes across the board, from shaking up the seven individual tax brackets to classifying businesses. Those who will likely be affected most are business owners, since many of the 2018 tax updates change business tax preparation. Small business owners, including S corps and LLCs will be breathing a sigh of relief, while pass through organizations like consultants may be a less happy.

Taxes and tax laws may seem like a moving target as we move into tax preparation season. Once you get them down and file accordingly, the laws change and you have to adjust your plan. And that will once again be the case with the recent Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (Sec. 199A), which is the first major tax reform in over 30 years. Learn about the deduction conundrum and how to treat business income that’s passed on to you as an individual.

Smart tax planning now can help you reduce the taxes you’ll owe on your investment gains, and other types of income as well. Seeking advice throughout the year, especially when you are considering a large investment or negotiating a new business deal, is an integral part of financial planning. Additionally, tax efficient investing is an important driver of portfolio return and can put a cap on certain types of expenses.

Taxes and tax laws may seem like a moving target as we move into tax preparation season. Once you get them down and file accordingly, the laws change and you have to adjust your plan. And that will once again be the case with the recent Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (Sec. 199A), which is the first major tax reform in over 30 years. A key to the new tax laws are the business restrictions. Learn all you can to protect yourself , your business and your assets as you maximize your returns.