Bouchey Blog

What You Should Know About SIMPLE IRAs in 2025 

By Catherine Buck | March 10, 2025

  Written by: Catherine Buck, CFP®    New changes for the SIMPLE IRA are set to take effect in 2025, thanks to SECURE Act 2.0. They include additional catch-up contributions and increased employer contributions (dependent upon the size of the employer). We’ll review the basics behind SIMPLE IRAs, who are eligible employees, and the new…

Understanding Trump’s Tariffs: What They Mean for Trade and the Economy 

By Catherine Buck | February 27, 2025

  Written by: Paolo LaPietra, CFP®    With tariffs playing a central role in President Trump’s economic strategy, they have been a major topic in the news and a key aspect of trade discussions. President Trump’s policies focus on reshaping international trade agreements, imposing new tariffs, and using them as leverage in foreign policy negotiations.…

Dreaming of Warmer Weather in Retirement? 

By Catherine Buck | February 18, 2025

  Written by: Harmony Wagner, CFP®, CPWA®  In the depths of Northeast midwinter, many of us dream of sunnier climates. For retirees no longer tied to the daily grind of work, the temptation to fly south for the winter can become irresistible. The benefits of warmer weather are clear, but there are also costs and…

Should Investors Be Concerned About the rising U.S. National Debt?

By Catherine Buck | February 10, 2025

  Written by: John Millet, CPA The U.S. national debt has been an important topic in economic and financial discussions. As of early 2025, the national debt now exceeds $36 trillion. As individual investors, we are advised to effectively manage our debt levels.  Should we be concerned about the level of the US National debt…

How to Maximize Your Retirement Savings This Year 

By Catherine Buck | January 14, 2025

  Written by: Samantha Masey, CFP®    With the new year in full swing, now is the perfect time to make sure you are maximizing your retirement savings and tracking your progress towards your financial goals. When it comes to planning, employer retirement plans remain one of the best ways to save for the long…

New Year, New Taxes. What Can I Do? 

By Catherine Buck | January 6, 2025

Written by: Vincenzo Testa, CPA, CFP®, ECA    As we roll into January 2025, it’s time to focus on more than just resolutions. It is time to take charge of your taxes. By acting early in the new year, you can help yourself minimize your tax liabilities.     Max Out Retirement Contributions Early  One of the…

Health, Wealth, for Life: What Advanced Science Can Teach Us About Proper Wealth Management  

By Catherine Buck | December 31, 2024

    Written by: Ryan Bouchey, CFP®, CPA    “Health…Wealth…For Life”   It’s our tagline, we do a fantastic job focusing on wealth but to be honest, we sometimes don’t focus as much on the health side of life as we should.     With the Holidays here and a New Year fast approaching, it got me…