As the calendar turns to April, the city of Boulder undergoes a distinctive transformation. From April 3 to 12, 2026, our streets, galleries, and performance spaces will host the 13th annual Boulder Arts Week. For the uninitiated, this might seem
For individuals and families who have achieved a net worth exceeding $1 million in investable assets, financial management transitions from a task of accumulation to a complex challenge of preservation and strategic coordination. At this level of wealth, “standard” financial
For high-net-worth individuals, the transition from asset accumulation to wealth distribution represents the most precarious phase of the financial lifecycle. This period, spanning the five years immediately preceding and following retirement, is colloquially known as the “Retirement Red Zone.” As
Navigating the landscape of wealth management in a sophisticated market like Boulder, Colorado, requires more than a simple search for an investment manager. For individuals and families managing over $1 million in assets under management (AUM), the complexities of tax
What Your CFP® Is Really Doing When They Talk About Taxes When your CFP® talks about a Roth conversion, they help you decide if paying taxes now could lower your taxes later. When they discuss selling assets that have appreciated
Why the best tax outcomes rarely come from tax season itself Your accountant probably isn’t bad; they’re just not incentivized to be good. They make the same amount per tax filing if they save you money or don’t, so they
Key Takeaways Rebalancing helps prevent unintended concentration in specific property types, markets, or risk factors as values and cash flows change. Investors can realign portfolios through selective sales, refinancing, 1031 exchanges, or complementary acquisitions. Passive structures such as REITs and
The One, Big, Beautiful Bill (OBBB) has reshaped the Opportunity Zone (OZ) program in a way that opens the door for greater investment into rural America. With the new framework, Rural Opportunity Zones (ROZs) are now a central part of
One of the most popular “temporary” pandemic benefits is now here to stay. The “Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBBA) permanently extends the ability for employers to make tax-free contributions toward employee student loans. From Temporary to Permanent Before 2020, any student
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) were a hot topic in the drafting of the “Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBBA). While the original House version proposed major changes, the Senate pared it back, leaving just two notable reforms in the final law. More
The “Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBBA) made significant changes to how families can use 529 plan funds. These updates broaden what counts as a “qualified education expense,” giving families and professionals more flexibility in how they use these savings. Expanded K–12
The “Big Beautiful Bill” made a key change to the Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) Tax Credit, extending and expanding it in ways that affect both employers and employees. Permanent Extension Previously set to expire at the end of
