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The One Big, Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), signed into law on July 4, 2025, introduced several new deductions that affect many workers and retirees starting with tax year 2025 (returns filed in 2026). Below, we summarize three changes you’re most likely to encounter: the new deductions relate …

Do you ever stop to consider if you’re getting the best financial advice? Are you receiving advice focused on solving your known—and unknown—problems? Are you on the road to living your fullest life?  For many individuals and families, the answer is unclear.  That’s because financial guidan …

Over the next two decades, more than $51 trillion is expected to transfer to women as surviving spouses, making this one of the most significant wealth shifts in history. Yet many women tell us their biggest financial concern isn’t investing—it’s paying too much in taxes.  This webinar is d …

Let’s be honest: debt is like that one guest who shows up at your party, eats all the snacks, and never leaves. You didn’t invite them to stay forever, but here they are—camped out on your couch, binge-watching your financial freedom. The good news? You can kick them out. The question is: h …

Spring is a natural time to clear out the clutter in your home- and it’s a great time to do the same with your money. A simple weekend is enough to make your finances more organized, secure, and easier to manage. 1. Close old, unused accounts Start by listing all your bank, credit card, and …

Many taxpayers learn hard lessons during filing season, but most of the pain can be avoided with a bit of planning before next year. As a financial advisor in Phoenix, I see a lot of the same mistakes repeated across many households, regardless of income level. The first common mistake is w …

It’s February, so it’s officially tax season! One of the most common client questions heard by tax preparers is, “So, what do you need from me?” The short answer to that question is, often, “Everything.”  But that isn’t helpful, nor is it entirely true. And this year, thanks to the passage …

Are you ready to become wiser about your wealth? Learn about smart tax planning in A Proactive Approach to Tax Planning: Safeguarding and Growing Your Lifetime Wealth, now available for viewing. In this on-demand webinar, Carson’s Managing Partner and Chief Tax Strategist Debbie Taylo …

In today’s technology-driven world, artificial intelligence has made financial tools more powerful and accessible than ever. From budgeting apps to automated investment platforms, AI promises efficiency and convenience. But while algorithms can process vast amounts of data at a lightening s …

It’s that time of year again! W-2s, 1099s, and mortgage statements have begun to hit your mailbox: a daily reminder that it is, once again, Tax Season.  Overall, it was a relatively quiet year on the tax front, with one big (beautiful) exception: The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), whic …