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Financial Calculators

Tools to help you analyze your financial situation and plan for the future.

Tax Savings Calculator

Estimate your potential tax savings with our strategic planning approaches.

Retirement Readiness Score

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Cash Value Life Insurance Analyzer

Compare traditional investments with cash value life insurance strategies.

Webinar Recordings

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Tax Strategies for Business Owners

Learn how business owners can legally reduce their tax burden through strategic planning.

May 15, 2023

Tax Strategies for Business Owners

Learn how business owners can legally reduce their tax burden through strategic planning.

May 15, 2023

Upcoming Webinars

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Year-End Tax Planning Strategies

December 5, 2023 | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM ET

Financial Terms Glossary

A comprehensive guide to financial terminology.

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Asset Allocation

The process of dividing investments among different kinds of assets, such as stocks, bonds, and cash, to optimize the risk/reward trade-off based on an individual's specific situation.

Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT)

A parallel tax system designed to ensure that taxpayers who benefit from certain tax advantages pay at least a minimum amount of tax.

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Basis (Tax Basis)

The original value of an asset for tax purposes, usually the purchase price, adjusted for stock splits, dividends, and capital distributions.

Beneficiary

An individual or entity named to receive assets or benefits from a will, trust, insurance policy, retirement account, or other financial instrument.

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to common questions about our services and approach.

What makes your tax planning approach different from my CPA?

Most CPAs focus on tax preparation and compliance, which is about reporting what has already happened. Our approach is centered on proactive tax planning—identifying strategies to reduce your future tax burden before the taxable event occurs. We work with CPAs to implement sophisticated, IRS-compliant tax strategies that go beyond basic deductions and credits.

How do you integrate tax planning with investment management?

We consider the tax implications of every investment decision, from asset location (placing investments in the most tax-advantageous accounts) to tax-loss harvesting and beyond. Our investment strategies are designed to minimize tax drag on your portfolio while maintaining appropriate risk levels and targeting your required rate of return.

What types of clients do you typically work with?

We primarily serve high-income professionals, business owners, and real estate investors who are looking for sophisticated tax and wealth management solutions. Our clients typically earn $250,000+ annually, have investable assets of $500,000+, or have businesses with annual revenue exceeding $1 million.

How are your services priced?

We offer transparent fee structures tailored to the services you receive. For investment management, we charge an asset-based fee typically ranging from 0.75% to 1.25% annually, depending on portfolio size. For tax planning services, we may charge a separate flat fee based on the complexity of your situation. We do not receive commissions from investment products, ensuring our recommendations are always in your best interest.

What is your investment philosophy?

Our investment philosophy is rooted in academic research and evidence-based principles. We believe in broad diversification, strategic asset allocation, and minimizing costs and taxes. We focus on capturing market returns through low-cost, tax-efficient investment vehicles rather than attempting to outguess or time the market.

How does your partnership with Excel Empire benefit me?

Our partnership with Excel Empire gives us access to advanced tax planning strategies, specialized training, and a network of tax professionals. This allows us to implement sophisticated tax reduction strategies that many financial advisors and CPAs aren't equipped to provide, potentially saving you thousands or even tens of thousands in taxes annually.

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Results by the Numbers

The impact our strategies have had for our clients.

$157M+

Total Client Tax Savings

33%

Average Tax Reduction

92%

Client Retention Rate

100%

IRS-Compliant Strategies

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