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Planning for the transition of the business you have spent many years building is not an easy task. However, taking steps now to prepare a business "will" and the accompanying documents can help ensure your business continues according to your wishes. A business will is essential for sole proprietorships and partnerships because they must cease operation upon the death of an owner or partner. 

Millions of COVID-19 infections, with hundreds of thousands of them fatal, 30 million plus unemployed in the U.S., rising levels of anxiety, depression and substance abuse. Maybe now is a good time to talk about the Misery Index.

The SECURE Act has wide-reaching impact The “Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Security Act”, or SECURE Act, was signed into law on December 20th, after passing with bipartisan support (97% of the house, and 71% of the senate).  Whether you are an employee with a 401(k) or a small business owner providing retirement benefit […]

This end-of-year planning article covers multiple topics, such as why donating securities may be better than cash for both the receiver and the donor. We also cover some ideas for both employees and employers that can reduce 2019 taxes and set the stage for years to come.

The IRS has managed to pack a significant amount of complexity into a relatively simple change. Strong Valley clients should contact us directly to discuss how the new limits apply in your specific situation, and in the context of your retirement strategy.