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How Green is Biden's Infrastructure Plan?
Although the U.S.’s commitment to battling climate change has wavered in recent years, the new administration’s infrastructure proposal, the American Jobs Plan, bears a distinct shade of green.
The Economic Benefits of a Green Recovery
In a green recovery, it is projected that nine million jobs per year will be created or saved over the next three years, along with 1.1% added in global economic growth annually.
Enhanced Child Tax Credit for 2021
The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 makes substantial, temporary improvements to the child tax credit for 2021, which may increase the amount you might receive.
Why Bother With International Investing?
We believe on average, that across sectors, industries, and regions, the world will continue to grow, innovate, and change.
Q1 2021 Market Review
This Q1 Market Review features world capital market performance and a timeline of events for the past quarter.
Bernard Madoff (1938 - 2021)
The following article was originally published on March 12, 2009 and republished today, April 14, 2021, on the date of Bernard Madoff’s death.
Visualizing Biden’s $1.52 Trillion Budget Proposal for 2022
This graphic outlines some key takeaways from Biden’s budget proposal plan and highlights how funds could be allocated in the next fiscal year.
Why Won’t My Power of Attorney Work?
Powers of Attorney (POAs) are excellent and often overlooked estate planning documents.
2020 Client Satisfaction Survey Results
View the results from our 2020 Client Satisfaction Survey.
The Next Normal
We can’t control crises, but we can control our response to them. You want to be prepared to deal with the unexpected before it happens. Not when you’re stuck in the middle of it.
Will the Senate Estate Tax Bill Impact My Estate Plan?
For individuals with an estate plan in place, the introduction of new legislation gives cause for concern that it may impact their estate plan.
High-Frequency Indicators: Where to Look for Signs of Recovery
Many of the official government statistics used to gauge the health of the U.S. economy are backward looking and somewhat delayed.
2020 Tax Reporting of Suspended & Rollback RMDs
In response to client questions about 2020 tax documents, as a reminder, IRA owners who rolled back RMD distributions will receive two documents for 2020 tax filings.
Why We Don't Expect Fed Rate Hikes Anytime Soon
The Fed outlined changes to its monetary policy framework that suggests it won’t raise its benchmark federal funds rate target until at least 2023.
U.S. Credit-Card Debt Levels See Record Drop in 2020
Despite the financial challenges experienced by Americans as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, U.S. credit-card debt dropped to record levels in 2020.
Dimensional Receives Climate Neutral Operations Certification
Dimensional Fund Advisors is among the first in its industry to have its worldwide operations certified Climate Neutral by leading climate solutions provider South Pole.
What has COVID-19 meant for working women?
Although the female participation rate had begun to improve prior to the pandemic, the early stages of COVID-19 saw participation rates decline for women more than men.
Due Date for Federal Income Tax Returns and Payments Postponed to May 17
The relief applies automatically to all taxpayers and no additional forms need to be filed to qualify for the relief.
Protect Assets from Medicaid Recovery
When a Medicaid recipient passes away, the Medicaid Estate Recovery program is allowed to pursue assets from the estate. However, there are many options to protect assets from Medicaid recovery.
American Rescue Plan Act Provides Relief to Individuals and Businesses
Major relief provisions are summarized here, including some tax provisions.