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Retiring Before Medicare? Don't Overlook Health Insurance Thumbnail

Retiring Before Medicare? Don't Overlook Health Insurance

Retiring before age 65 involves more than deciding whether you have enough saved—it also means having a plan for health insurance until Medicare begins. This article explores your options beyond COBRA, highlights how taxes can affect Marketplace costs, and explains why coordinating health insurance with your overall retirement strategy can save you money.

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2026 Tax Law Changes

Major tax changes are here for 2026. This article highlights the most important provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act—including updates to tax brackets, charitable deductions, retirement and family tax benefits, business incentives, and estate planning—to help you understand what changed and where new planning opportunities may exist.

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Inherited Property vs. Gifts: Why How You Receive an Asset Matters

The way you receive an asset—whether as a gift during someone's lifetime or through an inheritance—can have a significant impact on the taxes you pay when it's eventually sold. Understanding the difference between carryover basis and a step-up in basis can help families make more informed gifting and estate planning decisions.