Stonewood Financial Blog

Top 3 Roth Conversion Myths - And How to Dispel Them

Roth conversions are gaining in popularity, and with the debate over extending the Tax Cuts & Jobs Act in full swing in...

Will the Trump Tax Cuts Get Extended? Here’s What to Watch (and How to Help Your Clients)

With President Trump’s inauguration this week, all eyes are on Washington to see what policies and priorities the new...

IRMAA Hikes Are Here. Help Your Clients Prepare.

IRMAA is suddenly the “it” topic for advisor seminars, webinars, and more. For the uninitiated, IRMAA, or the...

Here’s the Recipe for Making 2025 Your Practice’s Best Year Ever.

When I founded Stonewood Financial over 20 years ago, I had no idea the industry force it would become. At the time, we...

Is A Roth Conversion Really Worth It?

Is a Roth Conversion really worth it? It's a question I encounter almost daily—whether on the internet, on YouTube, in...

Embracing Innovation in Financial Planning

As we approach a pivotal election, financial advisors must remain vigilant about the legislative risks that could...

Mitigating Legislative Risk in Retirement: The Critical Role of IRMAA and IRA Strategies

It’s Legislative Risk Awareness Month, and today I want to share one of the clearest examples of Legislative Risk many...

Navigating the Digital Frontier: A Modern Financial Advisor’s Guide to Thriving Online

In an era where digital transformation is not just a trend but a necessity, financial advisors find themselves at a...

A Hidden Risk Comes to Light: Preparing Your Clients for Sequence of Returns Risk

Pop Quiz: What’s a big risk of retirement that doesn’t matter much while you’re saving… but can matter a LOT once...

Cracking the Code: How to Optimize Tax-Free Conversions

Advisors who help their clients mitigate tax and legislative risk in retirement naturally spend a lot of time helping...