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The Big Difference between a Regular Roth IRA Contribution and a Backdoor Roth IRA Conversion

November 20, 2024 | Zack Gutches, CFP, CPA

The Backdoor Roth IRA Strategy has 1 material weakness when compared to a Regular Roth IRA Contribution that's crucial to understand!
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5 Lessons Chronic Pain Has Taught Me About Personal Finance

November 11, 2024 | Zack Gutches, CFP, CPA

The overlaps between holistic health and personal finance are many. Check out my Top 5 in my ongoing 7+ year battle with chronic pain.
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The Sweet Income Spot for Health Savings Accounts

October 29, 2024 | Zack Gutches

Is there a Sweet Spot for maximizing the tax benefits of HSA contributions? What income levels allow you to move from a triple tax benefit to a quadruple tax benefit?
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What is a Health Savings Account (HSA)?

October 7, 2024 | Zack Gutches

The HSA is the most tax-advantaged account in existence. When used optimally, no taxes will be paid at any point. But they must be coordinated with other numerous variables to earn this preferential tax treatment.
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3 Ways Financial Advisors Are Paid – and What You Probably Aren’t Being Told

September 23, 2024 | Zack Gutches

Are all financial advisors subject to the same regulatory obligations to their clients? The short answer is they are not. So how can you tell which Advisors are subject to which standards? The answer tends to be under the hood of how they are paid.
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Understanding Fiduciaries in Financial Planning: Why Consumers Should Care

September 9, 2024 | Zack Gutches

When it comes to managing your finances, the term “fiduciary” often comes up, but what does it really mean, and why should you care? Let’s explore why choosing a fiduciary advisor can make a significant difference in your financial well-being.
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Videos

Inaugural Video - What is Financial Planning and What Topics Will We Cover Over Time


Do Self-Employed Solopreneurs get tax benefits for contributing to an HSA the same as Employees do?


Can I have an HSA and FSA? Can I have an HSA if my spouse has an FSA that doesn't cover me?

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