The key is determining the appropriate amount of risk for the reward you are seeking. This balancing of risk and reward is the foundation of all the work we do for clients and is critically important to long-term financial success.
Amassing wealth comes with many benefits, but having a substantial estate comes with the repercussions of elevated taxes. Gifting portions of your assets to mitigate tax ramifications is possibly a reasonable strategy.
Watch Sand Hill Global Advisor's video about the most important things to consider before buying your dream vacation home in this frenzied real estate market, such as the cost, location, investment potential, tax impact, and exit strategy.
Many Americans reignited long-forgotten passions amidst the exhausting and traumatic months of lock-down caused by this pandemic. With stress at an all-time high and the CDC heavily cautioning against face-to-face socialization, they turned to interests they hadn’t partaken of in years. Here are some of the top pastimes they pursued.
Recently, investors are expanding into the realm of luxury collectibles to augment their portfolios. With the right passion and knowledge, high-end collecting can offer potential monetary gains. This decade-long trend is well documented, and it’s easy to see why it has captured the imagination of investors and venture capitalists around the world.
Owning a home brings unique considerations, especially for some properties valued over $5 million in California. It is important to stay informed about the latest changes in laws and regulations that may impact your financial decisions.
Inheriting a lump sum can be a life-changing event, and it's essential to approach it with careful consideration and planning. As experienced financial planners, we understand the weight of this situation and the importance of making informed decisions. As a starting point in your decision-making, let’s discuss the first 10 steps to take when you receive an inheritance lump sum that can help you make the most of your newfound wealth.
If you’re in the market for an electric vehicle (EV), you’re probably already aware that the recently signed Inflation Reduction Act puts into place some new rules around EV tax credits—some of which make it harder to claim the full credit after the end of this calendar year. But with some careful financial planning, and a little bit of research, you can still offset the cost of your purchase significantly.
What are the benefits of moving to a state with no income tax? Why do some states not have income tax?
Like any classic “Spaghetti Western”, the recent major tax law has some “good” elements with regards to residential real estate, some “bad” outcomes, and some “ugly” aspects, too … with the “u” in ugly standing for unclear, unknown, and unresolved.
Per the Internal Revenue Code, there is an allowance on deferring capital gains tax after the sale of qualified small business stock if proceeds are used to buy shares in a new qualifying company.
