The New Capital Journal
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Tax Treatment of Home Energy Rebates
The IRS has provided guidance on the federal income tax treatment of certain home energy rebates offered by states, with funds provided by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).
What to Know About T Plus 1 Trade Settlement
As of May 28, 2024, settlement cycles on U.S. stocks and other securities has shifted from two business days to one. It may be helpful to understand the basics of this important change.
2024 Client Satisfaction Survey Results
View the results from our 2024 Client Satisfaction Survey.
2024 Q1 Market Review
Leonard reviews Q1 markets and New Capital’s portfolio performance and covers topics such as inflation, the Federal Reserve's independence, bond yields, stock market volatility, valuations, and the impact of AI on technology.
Is Inflation Reaccelerating?
It would likely take an extraordinary change in the data to bring a June cut back on the table, but the Fed’s path thereafter is still to be determined, and remains reliant on how inflation progresses from here.
Jump-Start A Roth IRA With A 529 Rollover
Certain 529 plan distributions that are directly rolled over to the plan beneficiary’s Roth IRA will not be subject to the additional tax.
I’m 65 and Still Working. Should I Enroll in Medicare?
How to decide if it’s the right time to sign up for Medicare and the costs of late enrollment.
How Much Does A Funeral Really Cost?
Depending on the type of funeral service you are having, the cost can vary significantly.
Jaycee Smalley, Vice President
It is my pleasure to announce that New Capital has appointed Jaycee Smalley as its Vice President.
Q1 Quarterly Market Review
This report features world capital market performance and a timeline of events for the past quarter.
The Small Estate Planning Step That Can Save Thousands of Dollars
If an account is not in the name of the living trust or if the trust is not named as beneficiary on death, probate will be necessary for the beneficiaries to access the account.
What I See When I Watch Basketball
What I love is witnessing an arena full of athletes trying their absolute hardest, working together to achieve a common goal.
When Will The Federal Reserve Start Cutting Interest Rates?
All things considered; we stick to our base case for three rate reductions this year beginning in June.
Casey Moss, PACE
New Capital is pleased to announce that Cassandra Moss has successfully completed the requirements for the Professional Administrative Certification of Excellence.
Are There Opportunities Outside the “Magnificent 7” and Outside the U.S.?
For Europe and Japan, the return of inflation and positive interest rates is a game changer: earnings have improved as a result of higher end-consumer prices.
529s – An Option for Education AND Retirement
The flexibility of 529 plans is increasing, providing options for both education saving and retirement planning.
Blended Family Estate Planning: Challenges, Tips, and Mistakes To Avoid
Estate planning strategies change along with shifting family dynamics.
2023 Review & 2024 Outlook - Webinar Replay
Leonard reviews 2023 markets and performance, looks ahead to 2024 including current valuations, and discusses a variety of other items and issues including New Capital's available responses to election year 2024.