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    You have landed on the Financial Planning Section of the Financial Planner LA Blog.  In this section, you will find articles on a variety of personal finance topics tailored for the people of Los Angeles who need financial planning guidance.

    My goal as a Certified Financial PlannerTM (CFP)® Accredited Investment Fiduciary™ AIF®  is simply to help you achieve your Financial Goals faster and easier. That means helping my clients like yourself to build, protect and distribute their wealth. With me as the coach in your financial corner, you will always experience excellent service while striving for financial independence.  Making smarter financial decisions along the way makes making other smart financial decisions easier.

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    What Happens When You Inherit A House In California

    New laws change what it means to Inherit a home in California. What you need to know.

    The Best Time To Convert Your 401k To A Roth IRA

    Who doesn’t love tax-free income? When you retire with assets in a Roth IRA or Roth 401(k), you will be able to take retirement income from these accounts without getting hit with income taxes. That being said, there are a …

    6 Great Ways To The Most Tax-Free Income In Retirement

    I am excited to share this video produced by Forbes.com, which features Financial Planner LA David Rae sharing 6 ways to get even more tax-free income in retirement. Click here to WATCH VIDEO I’ve never met anyone who loves paying …

    20 Amazing Tax Deductions For California Small Businesses

    California small business taxes can top 53%. Here are 19 valuable tax deductions for the self-employed and small business owners.

    Los Angles Home Equity Line Tax Deductions. Is My HELOC Tax Deductible?

    After the newish GOP Tax Plan took effect in 2018, many people are wondering, “Can I still deduct my home equity line of credit? Should I refinance to make it tax-deductible again?” Or just “How do I know if I …

    Is Your Financial Advisor Giving You The Best Tax Planning Advice?

    Does your Los Angeles Financial Advisor offer tax planning guidance? They may no even be allowed to offer tax saving tips. What you need to know to get the best tax advice.

    What Is The Maximum Social Security Retirement Income For 2025?

    Are Social Security Taxable? What is the maximum amount you can receive from Social Security Retirement? These and you other questions answered by Financial Planner LA.

    The Difference Between Investment Risk and Stock Market Volatility

    Investment risk and stock market volatility are not the same thing. You may earn below-average stock market returns when the markets are calm. Or perhaps you make outsized returns when the stock market appears scary times of extreme volatility. Financial …

    Is the Next Recession Coming? Better Question is When.

    When will the next recession hit? Will Donald Trump cause the next great recession? Should you even care if a recession is coming. This post from Financial Planner LA covers all you need to know.

    How To Lower Your Small Business Taxes With a Solo 401(k)

    It isn’t how much you make but how much you keep. How the Solo 401(k) can help business owners slash their tax bills in 2021.

    What To Need Know About The Roth Solo 401(k) Now

    How to get the most tax benefits from a Roth Solo 401(k) for your small business. Who doesn’t love tax free income.

    Smart Ways to Protect Your Finances From Fires Video ABC 7 News

    How would your finances hold up if you were the victim of a natural disaster like the California Wildfires? Financial Expert David Rae is in the studio with David One and Coleen Sullivan on ABC 7 Eyewitness News Los Angeles …

    6 Reasons To Only Accept Fiduciary Financial Planning Advice

    6 Reasons to only hire a Fiduciary Financial Adviser. Do you ever ask yourself: Do I need a Fiduciary Financial Adviser?  Los Angeles Wealth Manager David Rae shares 6 Signs you may need to hire a Fiduciary Financial Adviser.  Having …

    How to Know Expenses Are Tax Deductible When You Volunteer

    I’m going to guess that you probably aren’t volunteering for a tax break. Could you do more if you had a little extra time? Or a bit more money in your pocket? Tracking your volunteering expenses may help you free …

    6 Tax Stragies To Slash Your 2024 Taxes Bill

    The holidays are fast approaching, which means it is time to start doing some year-end tax planning. The Tax Cut and Jobs Act will mean lower tax bills for many Americans. That does not mean you can ignore tax planning. …

    Fiduciary Financial Planner- The True Value Of Great Advice

    What is the true value of working with a Fiduciary Financial Planner? Fiduciary Financial Planner Los Angeles weighs in. Why seeking ­– and heeding – financial advice from a Fiduciary Certified Financial Planner may prove beneficial, some might even say …

    Is The Defined Benefit Plan The Best Way For Business Owners To Minimize Taxes?

    The Defined Benefit Pension plan is a great way to lower you taxes if you make $500,000 or more per year. The tax planning financial advisor shares what you need to know abou this valuable tax planning strategy.

    Tax Planning Tip: How To Use An SBLOC To Lower Your Taxes Today

    How the rich use the Buy Borrow Die Strategy to avoid paying taxes. You can use the tax planning tip to avoid capital gains taxes on your investments.

    2 Billion Dollar Powerball Winner: What Should They Do Now Video

    Financial Advisor LA appears on the NBC with your Powerball Winning Guide. How to keep more of your winnings and minimize taxes.

    How To Get Out Of A High Fee Annuity?

    You are not stuck with a bad annuity, a fiduciary advisor can help you escape to another investing option to reach financial freedom faster.

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