Navigating Roth 401(k) Changes in 2024!
The SECURE 2.0 Act has introduced significant changes to Roth 401(k) plans which directly impacts an individual’s retirement planning strategies. Here’s a breakdown of key updates and how they influence personal financial planning: Key Roth 401(k) Changes Implications for Personal Financial Planning Investment Diversification – Diversify retirement savings across traditional and Roth accounts to balance […]
Risk Management/Employee and Business-Owner Planning
In today’s dynamic business environment, effective risk management is crucial for CPAs. The AICPA-CIMA course on Risk Management provides comprehensive training on identifying, assessing, and mitigating various business risks. Updated and now in its seventh year this course covers key aspects such as operational, financial, compliance, and strategic risks, ensuring that professionals are equipped to […]
PFS Live Comes to Chicago,Illinois
Chicago, Illinois – August 1-2, 2024: As a CPA, are you ready to begin offering personal financial planning to your clients? Join us for an exclusive event, hosted by Avantax, featuring renowned personal financial planning expert, Tom Tillery, as he brings his wealth of knowledge to Chicago, Illinois with PFSLive!. Tom Tillery is a seasoned […]
Maximizing Benefits from Educational Assistance Programs: Key Insights for Personal Financial Planning
Personal financial planning is not just about managing individual finances; it also encompasses planning for business owners and their enterprises. In an increasingly competitive job market, effective planning can significantly enhance employee benefits as part of a benefits package, such as a 401(k) plan. One valuable strategy for business owners is educational assistance programs, which […]
Emergency and Abuse Exceptions to 401(k) Early Withdrawals
Personal financial planning is not just about managing day-to-day finances; it also includes planning for retirement and preparing for unexpected financial emergencies. The IRS recently released Notice IR-2024-170, offering essential guidance on exceptions to the 10% additional tax on early retirement plan distributions. This guidance provides critical relief options for distributions for personal or family […]
Paraklete® Financial, Inc. Expands Operations to Fort Worth, Welcomes Marty McCutchen, CPA/PFS
Fort Worth, TX – Paraklete® Financial, Inc., a premier financial advisory firm, is excited to announce the opening of its new office in Fort Worth, TX. This expansion highlights the firm’s dedication to offering superior financial services and personalized advice to clients in Fort Worth and beyond. The new Fort Worth office will be led […]
Understanding New FDIC Rules for Trust Accounts
In April, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) implemented a final rule to simplify deposit insurance regulations for trust accounts. These changes aim to make the rules easier to understand for both depositors and bankers. Here are the key highlights: Trust Accounts: The previous categories of revocable and irrevocable trust accounts have been merged into […]
Emergency Reserve Fund
An emergency fund is a crucial component of any sound personal financial plan. The fund acts as a financial reserve or safety net, to cover unexpected expenses, or interruptions in income without disrupting your long-term investments, which potentially could cause financial loss or adverse income tax consequences. The first step in the creation of an […]
Paraklete Financial, Inc. Opens New Office in Denver, Expanding its Presence to the Rocky Mountain Region
Denver, CO – June 6, 2024 – Paraklete® Financial, Inc., a leading financial advisory firm, is proud to announce the opening of its newest office in Denver, Colorado. This strategic expansion demonstrates the company’s commitment to providing integrated personal financial services to clients in the Rocky Mountain region. The Denver office is led by Charlie […]
Know the Difference Between a Credit Freeze and a Credit Lock!
In the realm of personal financial planning, safeguarding your credit is crucial. Two powerful tools to protect your credit from fraud and identity theft are a credit freeze and a credit lock, but do you know the difference? While they may seem similar, there are significant differences between the two. In this blog, we’ll explore […]
