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Succession Planning for Entrepreneurs: The Key Steps to Take

For entrepreneurs and real estate investors, estate planning and business succession planning are not just parallel tracks; they are intricately intertwined. A holistic approach to integrating these plans ensures that both personal and business assets are managed strategically, safeguarding your… Read Now >>

What is Blockchain and How is it Different from Bitcoin?

May 19, 2021
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I’ve been diving deep into some cryptocurrency investment topics on the Illumination Wealth Blog this month. Today, I would like to go back and cover one of the most basic questions people have about crypto. Those who are less initiated… Read Now >>


How Much Crypto Should Be in Your Portfolio?

May 12, 2021
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Continuing our Illumination Wealth Blog series on cryptocurrency, we want to look at crypto as a legitimate investment opportunity. It has turned into something similar to the stock market with so many new cryptocurrencies and trading platforms available, as well… Read Now >>


Cryptocurrency Explained

May 5, 2021
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There is a lot of talk lately about cryptocurrency (or just “crypto”). It’s for good reason. Serious investors have taken notice and many see it as the currency of the future. So, what exactly is it and how should you… Read Now >>


What Exactly is an NFT?

April 28, 2021
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This is a term we hear more and more each day in the financial world. “Nonfungible tokens” (more commonly known as NFTs) are all the rage among high-end collectors. An NFT is a new form of investment tied in directly… Read Now >>


Which Investments Should You Consider in Times of Inflation and Stagflation?

April 21, 2021
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Inflation rates are clearly on the rise during our economic recovery from the pandemic, and many experts fear that a stagflated market could also be on the horizon. As an investor, you must do what you can to prepare for… Read Now >>


What is Stagflation and What Does it Mean for Business Owners?

April 14, 2021
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After a tough 2020 for so many industries, it’s nice to see the economy slowly recover in 2021. We’re a long way from where we were in 2019, though, and this recovery faces some major challenges ahead. One issue some… Read Now >>


How Inflation Affects Your Financial Independence

April 8, 2021
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As you build your retirement plan and save for a financially independent future, there are so many different things to consider. You have to strategize how to invest and manage your wealth based on a variety of factors. One major… Read Now >>


Transferring Your Business Ownership to an Intentionally Defective Grantor Trust (IDGT)

March 24, 2021
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Some business owners will want to explore the option of creating an Intentionally Defective Grantor Trust (IDGT). When the situation is right, it can be a smart way to limit tax liability when transferring wealth and business assets to heirs.… Read Now >>


Selling a Business in a High-Tax State? Consider an ING Trust.

March 17, 2021
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It’s no secret that here in California, taxes are among the highest in the country. The trust income tax tops out at a whopping 13.3% and can be very costly if you are selling a business or transferring estate assets.… Read Now >>


Estate Planning Opportunities in Anticipation of Tax Changes

March 10, 2021
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We saw a major swing of power with this past election as President Biden moved into the White House and Democrats gained a technical majority in the Senate. No matter your political beliefs, it is important to study political trends… Read Now >>