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The Big Picture: Buy-Sell Agreements, Business Partners, and the Connelly Test Revolution
Do you have a business and partners? Do you have a buy-sell agreement in place? Does it pass the Connelly test? If you can't answer these questions confidently, you might be sitting on a tax time bomb that could cost your family millions. The 2024 Supreme Court decision in Connelly v. United States just rewrote the rulebook for business succession planning, and the implications are staggering. What Exactly Is a Buy-Sell Agreement? Think of a buy-sell agreement as your busi
Nov 165 min read


The Backdoor Roth IRA: Who Qualifies, Common Pitfalls, and Key Tax Rules to Watch For
If you're a young professional or growing family making decent money, you've probably heard whispers about the "backdoor Roth IRA" at dinner parties or on financial podcasts. Maybe you're wondering if it's some sort of loophole that'll get you in trouble with the IRS, or if it's actually a legitimate strategy that could save you thousands in retirement. Here's the truth: the backdoor Roth IRA is completely legal, widely used, and could be a game-changer for your retirement sa
Nov 126 min read


5 Pitfalls to Watch Out for in Retirement Planning (And How to Dodge Them)
You've spent decades building your nest egg. You've diligently contributed to your 401(k), maybe set up an IRA or two, and perhaps even dabbled in other investments. But as retirement approaches, the game changes dramatically. The strategies that worked while accumulating wealth often don't translate to the distribution phase. At BlackFin Wealth Group, we've seen countless pre-retirees stumble into common pitfalls that can derail even the most carefully constructed retirement
Nov 86 min read


Liquidity Banking using Cash: Secrets Revealed: What Financial Advisors Don't Want You to Know or don't know themselves.
The Secret that everyone should know! Provides lowered volatility in your retirement plan. A lot of financial advisors like world renowned Suzi Orman and Dave Ramsey will tell you to "buy term insurance and invest the difference." They'll push you toward 401(k)s, IRAs, and market-based investments while steering you away from permanent life insurance. But here's what they're not telling you: Banks themselves hold over $130 billion in cash value life insurance while directing
Nov 85 min read


From Tax Strategies to College Savings: A Young Family's Roadmap to Financial Confidence
Starting a family brings incredible joy—and some pretty serious financial reality checks. Between diapers, daycare, and everything in...
Aug 298 min read


Is Hiring Your Underage Teenager in your Sole Prop or Disregarded LLC Smart?
It is.... Family Tax Savings for 2025 If you own a sole proprietorship or a single-member LLC taxed as a disregarded entity, hiring your...
Aug 245 min read


Solana, Ethereum, and Bitcoin: Why US Companies Are Loading Up Their Treasury Balances with Yield-Generating Crypto Assets to Combat Global Money Printing
The New Corporate Treasury Strategy In an era of unprecedented monetary expansion and persistent inflation concerns, a growing number of...
Aug 25 min read


Annuity Income, Insurance Loans & IRAs: Mixing Strategies for a Smoother, Tax-Friendly Retirement
The Tax Challenge in Retirement When it comes to retirement planning, most people focus on accumulating enough assets. But what happens...
Jul 285 min read


More Than Money: Smart Strategies for Building a Lasting Family Legacy
Beyond the Bank Account: What Legacy Really Means When most people think about leaving a legacy, their mind immediately jumps to money...
Jul 255 min read


Do I still need my Whole Life Insurance when I retire, or should I get one and why?
## The Benefits of Whole Life Insurance in Retirement: 7 Key Reasons to Consider We often hear this from clients. The scenario is that...
Jun 123 min read


Are you investing or Saving? What's the difference?
Should you consider diversifying your portfolio from simply investing in the markets and grow your savings through a well designed cash...
Jun 102 min read


Think ##ETH ethereum is dead....think again.
Institutions Increasing Their Investments in Ethereum #ETH I recently discussed in another blog here on Blackfinwealth.com of how...
Jun 102 min read


Bitcoin Loans coming to your nearest bank?
## JP Morgan's Bold Move: Accepting Bitcoin as Collateral and Its Implications for Wealth Building On June 4th so 5 days ago, JP Morgan...
Jun 93 min read


Missed #BTC? AI and Crypto will merge to become one and millionaires will be made.
If you're interested in tax tips, cryptocurrency, and finance, we'd be thrilled to have you join us on this educational journey. Click...
Jun 21 min read


What is Sequence of Returns and how can it affect my retirement?
Let's explore Sequence of Returns ? Imagine you’re tossing a coin 10 times, and you write down heads or tails each time. The order...
May 284 min read


Step-by-Step Breakdown on how to use your High Cash Value Whole Life Insurance policy to mitigate taxes and grow your business.
Using a whole life insurance policy to fund your S corporation at a profit can be a smart strategy if done properly. Here’s a breakdown...
May 22 min read


Optimize Your Business Growth by Borrowing from Your High Cash Value Whole Life Policy for Tax-Savvy Asset Purchases
In today’s competitive market, every dollar counts. Finding clever ways to finance your business growth is key to achieving success. One...
May 25 min read


Have a business you intend on selling? Do you have a Buy Sell Agreement in place?
Are you looking to diversify your investment portfolio and explore different strategies to enhance your financial growth? Look no further...
Apr 272 min read


Buy, Borrow Die....the rich do it, why not you?
Glad you asked as you are now digging into some advanced wealth-building strategies. Let’s break this down piece by piece and then...
Apr 243 min read
Are you Saving or Investing?
This question of saving vs investing is one I ask all my clients when they want to discuss college planning or retirement. If you never...
Feb 162 min read
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