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Tax Planning

Year-End Tax Planning Strategies for 2021

Planning was particularly challenging this year due to the uncertainty surrounding pending legislation that could, among other things, increase top rates on both ordinary income and capital gains starting next year. On December 16th, it was announced that the Build Back Better bill would be debated further in January but there would be no changes in tax law in 2021.

Posted By Alyssa Dalbey
December 16, 2021
Cybersecurity

Common Scams to Avoid This Holiday Season

During the holiday season, it isn’t just the retailers who want your money. Scammers are looking to hack into your accounts to steal your cash or identity. Here are some common scams you should be aware of this holiday season.

Posted By Jennifer Specter
November 17, 2021
Financial Matters

Hedge Fund Due Diligence

There are no guarantees in investing, just varying degrees of potential risk vs. potential reward. Identifying the degree of risk versus reward associated with a particular investment requires a carefully thought-out due diligence process. This is especially true in the context of hedge funds.

Posted By Schultz Financial Group Inc.
November 15, 2021
Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity Best Practices

Cybercrime and fraud continue to be serious threats, and constant vigilance is key. Following best practices and exercising caution when sharing information or executing transactions can help make a big difference.

Posted By Jennifer Specter
October 21, 2021
Investment Management

Scenario Planning vs. Forecasting

At Schultz Financial Group (SFG), we view wealth differently through our Four Capital approach. Our team works with you to build your wealth across Four Capitals – Financial Matters, Physical Well-being, Intellectual Engagement, and Psychological Space. This blog explains the difference between scenario planning and forecasting.

Posted By Schultz Financial Group Inc.
August 20, 2021
Investment Management

Active Portfolio Management is Not Always About “Picking Stocks”

What’s the difference between active and passive investing? Why does SFG prefer active? We often hear these questions when discussing our investment managers and strategies with clients – and understandably so. As actively managed exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and mutual funds (MFs) have underperformed over the past decade, we’ve seen explosive growth in passive ETFs and

Posted By Schultz Financial Group Inc.
August 16, 2021