What effect will persistent inflation have on stocks? As sources of inflation move from supply chain shortages to shipping costs to wages, Jeffrey Kleintop forecasts their overall effect on the global stock markets. The best tax planning should build your portfolio. There are four strategies that can help investors do more than just reduce their tax bill, as Adam Lampe explains for Kiplinger. Few situations complicate estate planning like blended families. Mela Garber offers advice on how families can negotiate through a lack of consensus and keep the peace.

Inflation: Persistently Transitory — If the global economy persistently goes from one transitory source of inflation to the next, it may keep inflation elevated for longer than markets currently anticipate. Looking ahead, new sources of inflation may continue to arise. But unless the mounting pressures push inflation to significantly higher levels that would provoke central banks into aggressive tightening, the impact on global stock markets may be a positive one.  Read more…

Tax Planning Opportunities You Might Not Be Aware Of — Smart investment choices now can reduce your taxable income pre- and post-retirement, as well as set funds aside for when you’ll need them in the future. There are four strategies you can use to build your portfolio. Read more…

Overcoming Unique Complications of Blended Family Estate Planning — The complications of blended family estate planning are many. But clear communication, updating documents regularly, and keeping a careful eye on any new tax law developments make journeys easier for decedents and their families. Read more…

 

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