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By:
Chris Powers, Senior Vice President and Managing Director, Girard, a Univest Wealth Division July 22, 2021
When you think about where your money is located, what is the first thing that comes to mind? A bank checking account? An online savings account? An investment account? A workplace 401(k)? The motorcycle collection slowly growing in your garage?
Many people don’t realize their money is so spread out. When asked where they keep their money, automatic answers tend to be a bank checking and savings account, plus a workplace retirement account. But as you dive deeper into the conversation, many people come to realize that they are tied to more financial institutions than they initially thought — it’s…
By:
Chris Powers, Senior Vice President and Managing Director, Girard, a Univest Wealth Division February 2, 2021
Many people are unsure how the incoming administration’s economic policy will impact them and are concerned about the potential for rising taxes. While Biden has committed to not raising taxes for individuals earning less than $400,000 per year, it may be a good idea to adapt financial plans to accommodate shifting tax policy.
Two key tax changes planned by the Biden administration include:
Taxing long-term capital gains and dividends at the ordinary income tax rate of 39.6% for annual incomes greater than $1 million.
Reducing the amount of funds an individual can transfer tax-free to…
By:
Chris Powers, Senior Vice President and Managing Director, Girard, a Univest Wealth Division August 24, 2020
For many students and their families across the country, the financial aspect of going to college has changed drastically over the last few months as states grapple with how to address the coronavirus pandemic. Many colleges moved to online classes, and families may have lost the income needed to cover college expenses for their children. In order for families to understand their options and how to move forward through these uncertain times, it’s critical to know the different costs to consider, savings vehicles available for college savings and how to navigate the financial aid application process amidst changing finances.
