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Empowering Homeownership: Navigating Mortgages and Market Trends with Tina Bennett

February 13, 2024

In this episode featuring special guest Tina Bennett from Hallmark Home Mortgage, they delve into the intricacies of mortgage debt, discussing factors like interest rates, refinancing, and the importance of seeking guidance from a mortgage professional. Through an insightful conversation and practical advice, this episode empowers people to make informed decisions about their finances and homeownership. About our guest, Tina Bennett: Tina Bennett is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in the

10 Main Changes to FAFSA

January 26, 2024

Dreading the FAFSA this year? Things just got better. You may have heard that the federal Student Aid office revamped its FAFSA form. This is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, and it has historically been a doozy to complete. It has been intimidating, so much so that many have chosen not to complete it, potentially missing out on significant financial aid. Changes were made to the 2024-25 FAFSA form in an effort to

What You Should Know About the Messy Middle of Life Limiting Illnesses

December 28, 2023

We live longer but our capacity is diminishing and in practical care giving it’s not always clear who is making the decisions from day-to-day. As a financial advisor, I work with clients everyday who live in the gray space with their loved ones. This is the messy middle, where caring for those who are perfectly capable one day, but then slowly diminishing the next, is a confounding effort. I am always encountering professionals who enlighten

5 Estate Tax Mitigation Techniques You Should Consider

November 15, 2023

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act In 2017, The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act doubled the amount that someone could pass to their heirs without incurring Federal estate tax. As a result, many families have enjoyed relief from the federal estate tax. In 2023, an individual can pass just under $13 million ($26 million for a couple) to their heirs without getting hit by the 40% federal estate tax. There is an important caveat note,

Strategies for Protecting Your Family with Medicaid Featuring Lindsay Koler

October 25, 2023

This podcast episode discusses Medicaid planning and how it can be used as an asset protection tool rather than just a last resort. Lindsay Koler, an elder law attorney, explains how Medicaid assessments and proper planning can help couples protect their homes and retirement accounts. She emphasizes getting powers of attorney updated and doing Medicaid planning well in advance of needing long-term care. We look at whether someone needs help with activities of daily

Understanding Hidden Nuggets within the SECURE Act

September 21, 2023

We have a quick tactical nugget for you on this latest episode of the EmpowHER podcast. In this episode, Michelle Hipskind focuses on dissecting the changes brought about by the 2019 SECURE Act, with particular emphasis on the elimination of the “stretch IRA,” which imposes a 10-year limit for withdrawals for those inheriting IRA accounts. However, the podcast also sheds light on exceptions like qualified charitable distributions for beneficiaries close to 70 and a half years old.

Empowering Homeownership: Navigating Mortgages and Market Trends with Tina Bennett

10 Main Changes to FAFSA

What You Should Know About the Messy Middle of Life Limiting Illnesses

5 Estate Tax Mitigation Techniques You Should Consider

Strategies for Protecting Your Family with Medicaid Featuring Lindsay Koler

Understanding Hidden Nuggets within the SECURE Act

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