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Savant financial advisor Libby Muldowney discusses how to pursue a new path somewhere between full-time work and a full-stop retirement.

Learn how families embrace the Five Capitals of Wealth to build lasting legacies—focusing on connection, purpose, and growth that span generations.

After decades of saving and working, many people find their biggest retirement challenge isn’t financial — it’s personal. What will give your life meaning when work is optional? Adopting a “Portfolio Life” mindset can help you thoughtfully design a fulfilling, balanced future built around purpose, passion, and new possibilities.

When you’re trying to save for both your children’s education and your own retirement, it’s easy to feel pulled in two directions.

A 401(k) plan is not a “set it and forget it” benefit. For plan participants, the middle of the year is a strategic checkpoint.

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act raises the estate and gift tax exclusion to $15 million, which may affect estate planning strategies for high-net-worth families.

Understand how 1099-K forms impact your income and tax reporting. Learn tips to stay organized and avoid surprises during tax season next year and beyond.

Discover how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act changes key tax rules for individuals, businesses, and estates—and why a financial plan review may be timely.

Proper estate planning is designed to safeguard your hard-earned assets and help provide you and your heirs with increased peace of mind. Ready to learn the basics?

Taxes often get attention only at filing time, but effective tax planning is a continuous, year-round process. By staying proactive, you can help reduce tax surprises, uncover valuable savings, and better align your financial decisions with long-term retirement and wealth-building goals.

In the world of retirement planning, few tools stir as much strategic debate as the Roth conversion. Converting pre-tax retirement assets from a traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan into a Roth IRA can offer incredible long-term tax advantages—but it’s not without its risks.

The summer season offers a great chance to revisit your finances with a fresh perspective.