Checklist: What Issues Should I Consider Before the End of the Year?

As the end of the year approaches, we want to help you spot time-sensitive planning opportunities.

Perhaps you…

  • Are considering making year-end gifts to charitable organizations or family members and need to determine your optimal funding strategy;
  • Are looking to reduce your income tax liability this year and are seeking loss harvesting and income-reduction opportunities; or
  • Wish to make a high-level survey of your financial picture, ensuring that you aren’t missing any windows of opportunity that close with the calendar year.

Whatever the case, the end of the year is an important time for planning.

Tracking numerous deadlines and avoiding missed planning opportunities can be challenging during these busy months. To help ensure that you remain on track, this checklist outlines 18 time-sensitive considerations to guide your end-of-year review and tee up any adjustments for the coming year.

Checklist: What Issues Should I Consider Before the End of the Year?

 

 

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Published for the blog on December 18, 2024 by Searcy Financial Services, your Overland Park, Kansas Fee-Only Financial Planner and Investment Manager.