Tag: Boston MA

Handwritten illustration reading “Required Minimum Distributions” with a rising bar chart and marker on a whiteboard, representing how retirees manage RMDs in 2026 to reduce tax impact on IRA and 401(k) withdrawals as part of retirement and tax planning in Boston.

How to Manage RMDs in 2026 Without Raising Your Tax Bill

If you’ve saved much of your retirement assets in traditional IRAs or employer retirement plans, Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) are likely to become part of...
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How Do You Turn Retirement Savings Into Income in Boston?

For much of your working life, saving for retirement probably felt fairly routine: regular contributions, thoughtful investing, and steady growth over time. Once retirement begins,...
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2026 Estate Tax Changes for Massachusetts Families

For families across Massachusetts, 2026 is shaping up to be an important year for estate planning. Federal estate tax limits are scheduled to change due...
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2026 Financial Planning Tips from Boston Financial Advisors

As the new year approaches, many households begin asking these frequent questions:  Where do we stand financially?  What should we adjust?  What needs our attention...
The words “Are you covered?” written in sand near ocean waves, representing Sherr Financial Associates' guidance on evaluating whether your current life insurance policy still supports your goals and family needs.

Is Your Life Insurance Policy Still Working for You?

Life insurance often plays a central role in financial planning, yet it’s one of the most overlooked areas when it comes to regular reviews. Many...
Colorful financial checklist on a clipboard that highlights key year-end planning tasks including setting a budget, tracking expenses, saving for retirement, investing wisely, reviewing debts, and planning for emergencies, featured in a 2026 financial checklist from Sherr Financial Associates serving clients in Boston.

The 2026 Financial Checklist: What to Review Before Year-End

The last few months of the year present some of the most valuable opportunities for year-end financial and tax planning. Whether you work with a...
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Is Your Retirement Income Plan Ready for the Long Haul?

People are living longer than ever before, and that’s a good thing. Advances in medicine, improved nutrition, healthcare, and active lifestyles are enabling retirees to...
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Direct Indexing: A Personalized Investment Strategy

If you’ve ever looked at your portfolio and wished you could have more control, not just over what you own, but why you own it,...
Discover tax-loss harvesting strategies in Boston. SFA explains how this approach works, who benefits from it, and its role in tax-efficient investment planning.

What is Tax-Loss Harvesting and Will It Work for Me?

Tax planning is a year-round process, not just something to be considered before the April deadline. Tax-loss harvesting is not a silver bullet but a...
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Is Values-Based Investing Right for You?

Investing today goes beyond account balances; it’s about making your money work in ways that matter to you. Values-based investing allows you to grow wealth...