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Bridget Personal Finance
Money? Happiness? Let me introduce you! Personal finance is more than just watching the stock market and investing. Personal finance starts with your goals and values, then moves to saving, investing, taxes, managing your risks, and leaving a legacy!
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Take Advantage Of Tax Planning To Save Big On Taxes In 2024!
Take advantage of tax planning as we approach the end of 2024! Join us this week as we continue last week's conversion discussing effective tax planning strategies for retirees, focusing on how to manage tax liabilities in retirement. Key points include: Tax Planning Before Social Security & RMDs: There is flexibility in managing taxes before Social Security benefits and Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) begin. In these years, retirees can take advantage of low tax brac

Bridget Sullivan Mermel CFP(R) CPA
Dec 21, 2024


DAF vs QCD: The Jargon Battle
In this episode, John and Bridget discuss all things Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) and Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) and how to decide which strategy to use when making charitable contributions. They break down the highlights and mechanics of each option and provide insightful tips on making the best choice based on your specific situation. Check out our previous episodes on DAFs! Basics about Donor-Advised Funds: https://youtu.be/g7jbhnLcNDw How to maximize your

Bridget Sullivan Mermel CFP(R) CPA
Jan 10, 2024


IRS Estimated Payments
In this video, Bridget and John discuss the ins and outs of making estimated tax payments to the IRS and provide valuable tips on how to stay out of hot water with the tax authorities. Whether you've had a windfall, started a business, or experienced a big financial change, understanding estimated payments is crucial. Join us to gain insights and avoid underpayment penalties. IRS Chart: https://www.irs.gov/payments/quarterly-interest-rates John's firm website: https://www.t

Bridget Sullivan Mermel CFP(R) CPA
Jan 1, 2024


Avoid IRS Penalties: Understanding Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) and Secure Act 2.0
In this episode of Friends Talk Financial Planning, John and Bridget discuss the required minimum distributions (RMDs) and the recent changes to penalties for not taking them. They dive into the details of the Secure Act 2.0 and provide important tips to avoid IRS penalties. John's firm website: https://www.trinfin.com For advisors around the US: https://www.acplanners.org/home Thanks for watching, and please subscribe! #RMDs #RequiredMinimumDistributions #SecureAct2.0

Bridget Sullivan Mermel CFP(R) CPA
Nov 27, 2023
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