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Hope this finds you well.

If you are trying to make the world a better place, giving to charities is probably part of who you are. And, if you are fortunate enough to have accumulated a large retirement account, you may have a special opportunity to use your IRA or 401(k) to make gifts that can reduce your tax burden.

Check out this week's blog below to read more.

Rick Fingerman, CFP® and Lyman H. Jackson, CFP®
Make giving pay: Using your IRA to make charitable gifts
In this blog we often talk about the advantages of gifting shares of highly appreciated stock. For many it removes a big capital gains tax bill. But for older investors with large IRAs, there may be better ways to give.
We Specialize In Three Areas
Retirement
Whether in retirement or nearing retirement, our disciplined approach will help ensure you are on track
Women in Transition
Recently widowed or divorced, our compassionate approach will give you peace of mind and a sense of empowerment
Paying for College
With skyrocketing costs and little time left to save, without a college plan, one's retirement could be in jeopardy
Supplement Regulation and Side Effects: Efforts to Suppress the Truth

There is little guarantee that a dietary supplement will actually contain what is advertised on the packaging and not have undeclared contaminants.
Hunger stones, wreck and bones: Europe's drought brings past to surface

The warning could not be starker. Wenn du mich siehst, dann weine (“If you see me, then weep”)
Which EV's Qualify for the New Electric Vehicle Tax Credit?

Electric vehicles are on a roll, lately. New EV tax credits should increase popularity this year and next
Are You a Crossword Fan?

Crossword puzzle fans take note! Registration for the Boswords 2022 Fall Themeless League is now open! This 10-week event starts with a Preseason puzzle on Monday, September 26 and features weekly themeless crossword puzzles
Power words that belong on your resume

Here are 35 strong, confident and truly descriptive resume words that companies want to see:

Recipe of the Week

Quinoa Curry Bowl

This quick and easy dish uses “stir-fry” frozen vegetables, along with fresh ginger and garlic.

Quote of the Week

"May your future be limited only by your dreams"

- Christa McAuliffe
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