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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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    David Rae, Certified Financial Planner™, Accredited Investment Fiduciary™

    West Hollywood Financial Adviser

    President / Founder DRM Wealth Management, LLC 323-905-4380

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    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.

    19 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.

    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.

    4 Biggest Tax Strategies Business Owners Need To Know About Now

    4 tax planning strategies you need to implement now for your small business

    How To Take The Stress Out Of Taxes For Business Owners

    Minimizing taxes may be the difference between a profitable business and one that is just scraping by. You all are probably thinking, “I don’t have extra time do deal with taxes.”   I heard your concerns, and that’s why I’ve come up with seven tips that will help lower your tax bill and won’t take a ton of time.

    Can I Afford A House In Los Angeles?

    Can I Afford To Buy a House in LA? There appears to be a frenzy for the few houses listed for sale in Los Angeles today.   In the past, record-low mortgage rates and the Coronavirus lockdown made people go crazy …

    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.

    3.8% Obamacare Medicare Surtax and How to Avoid It.

    High earners are getting hit with the Affordable Care Act Surtax. How to avoid the Obamacare surtax aka Medicare Surtax that is terrible for your tax bill.

    What You Need To Know About California Capital Gains Taxes

    California has some of the highest taxes in the country. Most people have no idea how california taxes capital gains. What you need to know about your investment taxes in CA.

    What To Need Know About The Roth Solo 401(k) In 2024

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

    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.

    How The Cash Balance Pension Helps You Reduce Your Taxes And Boost Retirement Security

    Looking for more tax deductions to help your business pay fewer taxes? A Cash Balance Pension Plan may be the keep to keeping more of your hard earned money.

    How To Open A Sep IRA With Self Employment Income

    You need to know the SEP IRA contribution limits to make sure you can minimize the taxes on your small business income.

    Your Amazing Tax Planning Questions Answered: Ask the Expert LA

    Financial Planner LA offers tax planning guidance for common tax season questions and tax law changes from the TCJA.

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    Have you packed on a few extra pounds? Could financial stress be the cause of your extra body fat? Science has actually discovered that worrying about your finances could add to the pounds. Stress equals Fat. At Financial Planner LA, …

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