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Never Buy an Annuity! No Stepped Up Basis. 100% Ordinary Income Tax.

Never Buy an Annuity! No Stepped Up Basis. 100% Ordinary Income Tax.

by Ethan S. Braid, CFA | Feb 16, 2025 | Blog, Estate Planning, Tax Planning for Retirement

There are many reasons you should never buy an annuity; high fees, limited investment options, and surrender charges to name a few. But the number one reason to never buy annuities with after-tax funds is the tax structure. When you purchase standard investments like...
Investor Returns vs Unrealized Gain/(Loss) Cost Basis Reporting

Investor Returns vs Unrealized Gain/(Loss) Cost Basis Reporting

by Ethan S. Braid, CFA | May 30, 2024 | Blog, Investing

Why am I losing money? In my role as an investment adviser, I have the distinct privilege of providing advice to clients who have achieved great success in their respective careers and businesses.  Many have degrees from the top universities of the world. ...

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