Taxpayers will benefit from a reduced top marginal rate in 13 states, but in two states the rate has increased.

The local environment for debt and income, cost of living, housing, and taxes can make a big difference when it comes to putting away money.

The best state to be a saver scored 0 out of 100, where a lower score means it's easier to save.

The IRS reviews all income tax brackets annually, making adjustments as necessary to balance for inflation.

The seven states that impose the least on residents have an individual income tax burden of 0.00%.

The state that imposes the most on residents has an individual income tax burden of 4.72%.

More emphasis on tax planning services and an upgraded approach to recruiting and retaining top young talent are key for wealth managers looking to drive growth.

Changes under SECURE 2.0 that will impact contributions and retirement plan "leakage" when investors cash out instead of rolling over their 401(k)s are two of the issues advisors can help with.

The six states with the lowest real-estate taxes have an average rate of 0.48%.

Leveraging OpenAI technology to communicate quickly and effectively with clients and utilizing an AI-powered assistant to enhance estate planning are two ways wealth managers are incorporating AI into their daily lives.

The best five states have an average total tax burden of 5.97%.

Fiduciary responsibility, pay discrimination and FINRA remote work rules for broker-dealers are just some of the issues facing the wealth management industry.

From deciding whether to combine finances when getting married to when it's right to start claiming Social Security in retirement, financial advisors can help clients navigate life's financial questions.

These are the top twenty states ranked by return on investment for taxpayers based on quality of government services versus how much they cost.

Wealth managers are increasingly pledging to address diversity, equity and inclusion in their businesses.

Avoiding common mistakes when filing returns for wealthy clients and exploring Roth IRA conversions are among the key considerations for advisors and accountants this tax season.

With billions of dollars on the table, both buyers and sellers want deals to close quickly and transitions for clients to be implemented smoothly. But success is not always guaranteed.

New IRS rules that allow a surviving spouse more time to file for an estate tax benefit and higher audit rates for wealthy individuals are just two developments for advisors to note.

Investment scams are as old as investments themselves, and it doesn't get any easier to avoid falling prey to them. But advisors can help.

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