Nerdwallet reported in the first quarter of 2023, Americans held an average IRA balance of $109,000. If you have an IRA, now may be the time to consider converting it to a Roth IRA. As you approach year-end tax planning, it might be the best option in preparation for...
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Creating a business succession plan
Every business owner should consider what will happen to their business when they die. With proper estate planning and a thorough business succession strategy, you can dictate exactly how you want the transition to go. Questions to consider To help you make choices...
The importance of a healthcare power of attorney
As time passes, you quickly realize the importance of getting your affairs together. Along with a will and estate plan to ensure your hard-earned assets go where you want, you must also think about yourself. If the time comes when you cannot make medical decisions for...
3 FAQs about estate administration
When people die in Pennsylvania, their assets and liabilities form part of their estate. Administrators manage those assets according to the decedent's will or the state's intestacy laws. This process can be complex and often leaves many questions unanswered. This...
When do I need a will?
Drafting a will might sound like something for the very wealthy. However, if you have any assets, you need a will sooner rather than later. According to CNBC, only 33 percent of Americans have an estate plan. Leaving your affairs for your loved ones to deal with is...
Savvy Roth IRA conversion strategies that lower the tax burden
Certain citizens should convert their traditional IRAs to Roth IRAs. This move is sensible for individuals in higher tax brackets who plan to withdraw money. Such cash removals are tax-free. Retirement plan conversions ought to happen with tax savings front of mind....
3 things to know about planning for your child with special needs
If you have a child with special needs, you may think a lot about how to take care of them. You may also worry about how to make sure they are well-looked after when you are no longer around. While this can feel like a complex issue, there are solutions. Here are a...
Attorney James Ruggiero Featured On Radio Show
Attorney James Ruggiero was a guest on the Lehigh Public Radio show "Your Financial Choices." The show, "Trusts 101," originally aired on June 8, on WDIY 88.1. The station is the NPR member for the Lehigh Valley of eastern Pennsylvania. Listen here.
5 important facts about Medicare Planning
If you qualify for Medicare, there are many aspects you need to know about it. You need to see what you are eligible for and how you receive your benefits. According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, there were 62 million Medicare beneficiaries in 2020. Whether you...
How can a Roth IRA conversion save you down the road?
As the new year dawns, you want to maximize your financial savings. If retirement looms, the actions you take now may pay off later. The government institutes maximum contributions for retirement savings, especially those that defer taxes. However, there is a way you...