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Out with the Old, In with the New: Tax return prep ideas and new rules for 2026
John Robinson | Jan 2, 2026

Out with the Old, In with the New: Tax return prep ideas and new rules for 2026

In The News
2026 Beginning-Year Tax Planning Ideas
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Stocking Stuffers: 5 Quirky Tax Tips & Tricks to Keep in Mind
John Robinson | Dec 23, 2025

Stocking Stuffers: 5 Quirky Tax Tips & Tricks to Keep in Mind

The OBBBA created this intriguing, unique new investment account aimed at combatting systemic multigeneratinal poverty.
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HYSA vs. Brokerage Account: Which is Better for You?
John Robinson | Sep 29, 2025

HYSA vs. Brokerage Account: Which is Better for You?

Portfolio Management & Investing

Checking and savings accounts at local banks, along with bank deposit sweep accounts at most brokerage firms, pay little or no interest—often just 0.02% to 0.85

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I Have Seen the Future and It is Us! (Meet My Avatar)
John Robinson | Sep 23, 2025

I Have Seen the Future and It is Us! (Meet My Avatar)

In The News
One of the unique elements of financial services relative to other industries is that it is perpetually in a state of disruption.
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Feathers are Ruffled and Fur is Flying in Financial Planning’s Research Community!
John Robinson | Sep 17, 2025

Feathers are Ruffled and Fur is Flying in Financial Planning’s Research Community!

In The News
Why Delaying Social Security Benefits Isn’t Always the Best Decision
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Does Automated Periodic Portfolio Rebalancing Add Value?
John Robinson | Jun 21, 2025

Does Automated Periodic Portfolio Rebalancing Add Value?

Portfolio Management & Investing

Challenging the Conventional Wisdom in Portfolio Management

Automated periodic portfolio rebalancing is widely considered a best practice among financial

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Stop the Nonsense – The Evidence in Favor of Index Fund Investing is Overwhelming.
John Robinson | Jun 12, 2025

Stop the Nonsense – The Evidence in Favor of Index Fund Investing is Overwhelming.

Portfolio Management & Investing

Contrary to the talking heads on CNBC, no one can predict the stock market. The odds of your actively managed sector ETF or you or your day trading buddy

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Challenging the Merits of Tax Loss Harvesting
John Robinson | May 29, 2025

Challenging the Merits of Tax Loss Harvesting

Retirement Planning
Tax Planning

Tax loss harvesting (TLH)-the practice of selling depreciated assets to offset capital gains and reduce tax liability-is widely promoted as a cornerstone of tax

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Caution: Renting Part of Your Home May Jeopardize Your Capital Gains Tax Exclusion
John Robinson | May 26, 2025

Caution: Renting Part of Your Home May Jeopardize Your Capital Gains Tax Exclusion

Financial Planning
Tax Planning

Many homeowners are drawn to the idea of renting out a portion of their primary residence to generate extra income. While this can be a smart way to offset

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Scenarios in which it may make sense to shift self-employment income from one spouse to another to optimize social security benefits and/or avoid social security tax
John Robinson | May 13, 2025

Scenarios in which it may make sense to shift self-employment income from one spouse to another to optimize social security benefits and/or avoid social security tax

Social Security
Tax Planning

Shifting self-employment income between spouses can optimize Social Security benefits and reduce tax liabilities in a narrow set of specific scenarios, though

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Hawaii’s Weak Liability Protection Laws and the Benefits of Tenancy by the Entirety and Liability Insurance
John Robinson | May 2, 2025

Hawaii’s Weak Liability Protection Laws and the Benefits of Tenancy by the Entirety and Liability Insurance

Financial Planning
Insurance & Annuities

Hawaii’s liability protection laws, particularly regarding minimum insurance requirements and asset protection, are relatively weak compared to many other

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How Should Consumers Pay for Financial Advice?
John Robinson | Apr 30, 2025

How Should Consumers Pay for Financial Advice?

Financial Planning

Understanding Jargon, Conflicts of Interest, and Ethical Constructs in Financial Advice Pricing Models

The business of financial advice has been in a constant

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