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Market headlines can be overwhelming, especially in times of uncertainty. At Evensky & Katz / Foldes, we understand that economic shifts, policy changes, and market fluctuations can trigger real concerns about your financial future. In the letter below, our Chief Investment Officer, Lane Jones, shares insights on the current market environment, the impact of recent…

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I Just Got Married, What’s Next?
- Flavio Landivar
Congratulations! For many people, getting married is a major life milestone. Did you know that there are some legal and financial changes that are required after marriage? While there is no one-size-fits-all approach, we have created a list of items for you and your spouse to discuss so you don’t have any unexpected surprises. Property…
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Understanding Estate Exemption Rules
- David Garcia
Maintaining an updated estate plan is among the most important things you can do for your heirs. Thoughtful planning can minimize income, gift, and estate taxes. A good place to start is to understand the estate exemption rules. The federal estate exemption is the amount of assets the government allows you to have at death…
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Take Advantage of the Historically High Estate and Gift Tax Exemptions
- David Garcia
With many current estate tax provisions due to expire in 2025, now is the time to proactively take advantage of historically high exemption amounts. No matter who wins the White House and Congress in 2024, rising federal deficits, unprecedented spending, and lower tax revenues could potentially mean higher taxes in the future. In such a…
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Long-Term Care Insurance Quandary: Keep Paying or Let It Go?
- Roxanne Alexander
Long-term care insurance companies are restructuring and have been sending letters to policyholders about adjustments in coverage, increased premiums or paid-up options. Many policyholders are wondering how they should respond and what their options are. Increases don’t happen overnight, and insurance carriers have to consult with their state insurance department for approval. The state is…
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Ideas for weaning your teenagers off the money tree
- Roxanne Alexander
Teenagers always want “stuff,” and the older they get, the more expensive the “stuff” becomes. They want to have fun with their friends, eat out, shop, or get involved in activities. Some children don’t realize what it costs until they finish college and have to pay for it. Parents often feel the need to help…
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Intergenerational Planning: Time to Start Planting Seeds
- Brett Horowitz
It takes the average recipient of an inheritance 19 days until they buy a new car.¹ Over the past several years, some of our clients have participated in client advisory boards in which they tell us what they want and what keeps them awake at night. One of the biggest challenges is bringing up finances…