Stepping Up and Stepping Out – Understanding the Step-Up in Basis Rule

Stepping Up and Stepping Out – Understanding the Step-Up in Basis Rule

By: Jessica Lanning JD, CFP®  The “step-up in basis” rule confounds so many investors and wealth-building families, typically around taxes, how to manage assets, and the financial aspects of estate planning.  Let’s start with the basics and cover why it trips people...
How Much of One Asset Is Too Much?

How Much of One Asset Is Too Much?

By: Jessica Lanning JD, CFP®  A commonly accepted guideline in the financial planning world is that no one “holding”, or “position” should represent more than 10% of one’s overall portfolio (total assets).  In other words, if you own $1,000,000 in assets, you...