Saving for the future has felt like an uphill battle for many Americans lately. Inflation is still up, gas prices aren’t budging, and many workers are cutting back on 401(k) contributions just to put more money in their pockets. But for roughly 56 million Americans,...
Brian Brammer
Smart Retirement Strategies Every Small Business Owner Should Know
As a small business owner, you don’t have a built-in employer-matching plan to lean on for retirement planning. But you do have control over building wealth over time, and small business owners have access to some of the best retirement tools available. The key is...
Why Couples Should Coordinate Their 401(k)s to Build More Retirement Wealth
When it comes to planning for retirement, most couples can agree to save as much as possible. But when each spouse focuses on their own 401(k), without thinking much about how the two plans work together, they could miss out on valuable employer matching money. Here’s...
Small Business Tax Breaks: Retroactive Deductions and Expanded Credits for Tax Year 2025
The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) delivers several retroactive and expanded tax breaks for 2025 that could lower your tax bill in a significant way. Here are the deductions and credits that could save their business money. Section 179 Deduction Section 179 lets you...
How The One Big Beautiful Bill Could Change Your Tax Return
The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB), signed into law last July, brings real changes to how Americans file taxes. For the average taxpayer, you could be keeping more of your income, whether from tips, overtime, family expenses, or retirement. Here’s how the OBBB is...
The Key Trends Shaping Small Businesses in 2026 for Innovation, Hiring, and Growth
Small businesses in 2026 will be operating in a fast-moving environment shaped by technology and changing workforce expectations. It’s time to think strategically about where things are headed. Here are the trends small businesses should pay attention to in the coming...
How the One Big Beautiful Bill Could Save Small Business Owners Millions When Selling
President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) significantly expanded the benefits of the Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS), which could save owners millions in capital gains taxes. This is quietly reshaping how business owners think about selling their...
