- Tax PlanningOur approach to taxation services is to actively present ideas that will help to minimize tax exposures and liabilities. Our primary objective is to proactively formulate strategies in advance of transactions to assist clients in capitalizing on available opportunities while complying fully with the applicable requirements of federal and state tax law. We anticipate and plan for changing tax rules and circumstances. Tax planning is not a one-time procedure. Any event may have significant tax ramifications. We are always available to offer the best advice for each client’s circumstances.
- Estate Taxes
- IRS Representation
- Tax ServicesOur approach to tax services is to actively present ideas that will help to minimize tax exposures and liabilities. Our primary objective is to formulate strategies in advance of transactions to assist clients in capitalizing on opportunities.
- Roth IRARequired minimum distributions (RMDs) have been waived for 2020 for plans such as Traditional IRAs, 401(k)s and 403(b)s. As in previous years, there is no RMD requirement for Roth IRAs.
- Income TaxIndividuals have until July 15, 2020 to file their 2019 Form 1040s and to pay their income taxes. The IRS will not charge interest or penalties from April 15, 2020 through July 15, 2020. The filing deadline for Illinois income tax returns has been extended from April 15, 2020 to July 15, 2020, as well. Individuals who cannot file and pay their taxes by July 15, 2020 should file for extensions until October 15, 2020 and pay the taxes they estimate that are due when they file the extension requests in order to minimize penalties and interest.
- Investment ManagementThe starting point in the investment planning process is to establish financial goals. The time horizon for goals can be short, intermediate, or long-term. Typically goals include saving for a home, funding children’s education, and planning for retirement. In addition, we are all concerned about the more fundamental investment goals of capital accumulation, capital preservation, maximizing returns, and minimizing risk.
- Accounting ServicesWe can help you manage the financial aspects of your business by saving you time and offering the skills and resources that you desire. The following services are the foundation of the work we do for our business clients.
- Payroll Services
- Financial PlanningThe process of comprehensive financial planning is both art and science. It formulates and monitors decisions that enable you and your family to achieve your financial goals. It involves the management of personal financial risks through cost benefit analysis. And it capitalizes on personal and financial strengths while managing financial risks and weaknesses.
- Retirement PlanningRetirement Planning: We will review you current retirement plans to maximize accumulations while minimizing taxes on distributions. We will analyze whether you are on track for your targeted financial independence goals.
- Asset ManagementWe will analyze your current portfolio to ensure that the mix of assets is consistent with your investment objectives, time horizon, and risk attitude. We evaluate your risk tolerance as well as present and future income needs to determine appropriate anticipated yields and relevant tax strategies. We will recommend a specific asset allocation to adjust your portfolio.
- College FundingEducation planning is a common area of concern because paying for higher education is one of the largest financial burdens a family will face. Providing for a child’s education is one of the most important decisions parents will ever make. We will help you identify your goals and formulate a plan that best meets your needs. The key is to set feasible, realistic goals.