Apples and oranges: Lifetime and legacy giving with IRAs

Retirement assets are becoming an increasingly important part of charitable planning. Americans hold more than $50 trillion in retirement accounts—nearly $20 trillion of which are held in IRAs. Meanwhile, the Great Wealth Transfer is underway, with more than $120 trillion expected to change hands over the coming decades. In light of these trends, it is […]
Year-end checklist: Repeat, repeat, repeat

It’s almost November! You are well aware of the calendar, of course, and so are your clients. You’ve also likely already begun reminding clients about year-end tax deadlines and important loose ends to tie up before 2027 hits. Remember, though, that memories are short, and just because you’ve already mentioned year-end deadlines doesn’t mean you […]