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Hartford Business Journal Interview with Tom Scanlon

  Tom Scanlon was interviewed by the Hartford Business Journal on the Seven Sins of Financial Planning™.   more…    


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"Tis the Season" to take the Taxpayers Pledge

Frequently, people will ask me, “What can I do about my taxes?”  The short answer is―it depends.  Before getting into any specific tax strategy, it’s important to first take the Taxpayers Pledge.


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Where…EXACTLY…do you live?

Recently, hedge fund manager, Julian Robertson, avoided $27 million (yes, million) in New York City taxes.  He was able to prove he was outside the city and, therefore, not a resident of the city.  How did he do this?  His


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Give…And Keep It "All In The Family"

Individuals may give up to $13,000 per year to an unlimited number of people.  This is known as the annual exclusion. 


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Tax Smart Year-End Giving

With year-end near, many people are considering making their annual donations to their favorite charity.  A tax smart way to do this is to gift appreciated assets.


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