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Build a Plan, Find Balance, Cover Your Bases We also utilize a mobile app and e-Signature software for many account transactions and establishments.

At B3 Wealth Strategies, we believe clients benefit from a number of advantages when working with us, including finding balance in their strategies. Advanced Technology and Research -
We have always been technology-focused and at B3 Wealth Strategies, we have ramped up this advantage even more. Our clients enjoy access to Wealth Vision, a data aggregation tool, enhanced financial planning tools t

o simplify and streamline the investing process, and more robust web access and software, including a single login for all accounts. Collaboration -
Our team is comprised of professionals that have decades of experience in the industry, as well as ones that offer fresh visions and new perspectives. This dynamic combination allows our clients to work with a team that values consistency but isn’t afraid to think outside of the box and enjoy the benefits of our collaborative approach. Working with B3, you have the best of both worlds - experience and innovation. We are committed to building long-term relationships with our clients and seek to work with them as they find balance in their financial and personal lives. When we work with clients, it’s not merely transactional; it’s personal. Contact us today to learn more. Securities offered through LPL Financial, Member FINRA/SIPC. www.finra.org, www.sipc.org. Investment advice and financial planning offered through B3 Wealth Strategies, a registered investment advisor. B3 Wealth Strategies and LPL Financial are separate entities. For a list of states in which we are registered to conduct securities business, visit our website at: www.b3wealthstrategies.com

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11/25/2025

⏰ It’s Open Enrollment season, which means it’s time to review your health and benefits coverage for the year ahead.

According to Fidelity, here are the general timelines to keep in mind:
📌 ACA/HealthCare.gov: Nov 1, 2025 – Jan 15, 2026 (enroll by Dec 15 for Jan 1 coverage)
📌 Medicare: Oct 15 – Dec 7 (separate rules apply for Initial and General Enrollment)
📌 Medicaid/CHIP: Enrollment available year-round if eligible
📌 State marketplaces: Some states have slightly different windows—check your state’s site
📌 Employer plans: Typically run 2–4 weeks in Oct/Nov (HR/benefits will confirm exact dates)

💡 The reminder: Open Enrollment only comes once a year. It’s your chance to compare options, weigh costs, and align your coverage with your needs.

If you’d like to talk through how your benefits fit into your broader financial strategy, we’re here to help.

11/21/2025

🎁 PricewaterhouseCoopers projects U.S. holiday spending will see its steepest drop since 2020:
▪️ Overall spending down 5 percent
▪️ Gift budgets down 11 percent
▪️ Gen Z cutting back a striking 23 percent

💭 When people spend less, the real question becomes: What drives the purchases we do make?

A 2023 Simple Money article, “The Psychology of Holiday Spending,” points out that overspending often happens when:
▪️ We try to “re-create” the holidays of our childhood with bigger or more gifts
▪️ We feel pressure to match the generosity of friends or family
▪️ Retailers remind us that “time is running out,” and we click buy now before thinking twice

🧠 The real opportunity this season isn’t about spending less—it’s about spending with intention.

As we know, the best gifts are rarely the ones wrapped in paper.

When financial choices align with values, the holidays can feel lighter, less stressful, and more meaningful. Wishing a wonderful holiday to you and all those you love.

11/19/2025

💡 Did you know? If you’re over 50, a big retirement savings rule change is coming in 2026.

It has to do with retirement plan catch-up contributions (the extra dollars allowed once you turn 50).

First, catch-up contributions aren’t going away. You’ll still be able to make them in 2026 and beyond.

BUT—here’s the important difference:
📌 High earners will face a new rule. If you earned more than $145,000 from your employer in the prior year (indexed for inflation), all of your catch-up contributions will be handled differently. For some, that may mean you’ll have a taxable event now but down the road certain retirement plan withdrawals could be tax-free.
📌 Keep in mind that many companies are updating their retirement plans to make it easier for higher-earners to follow the new rule.
📌 If you earn less than $145,000, you can still choose where to place your money depending on your plan's choices.

If you’re turning 50 soon or already making catch-up contributions, now is the time to review your strategy and see if your plan is keeping up with the new rule.

11/17/2025

⏰ The end of the year presents unique opportunities for financial strategy decisions.

Here are a few smart moves to consider before December 31 that could make a real difference. According to Plancorp’s Ultimate Checklist:

✅ Use the IRS Withholding Estimator to see if you might need to make a final estimated payment by January 15
✅ Consider rebalancing your portfolio and exploring tax-loss harvesting before December 31
✅ Review your FSA contributions. Remember, FSAs may be “use it or lose it”
✅ Consider boosting your college savings while making the most of the annual gift exclusion

Year-end preparation isn’t about adding more to your to-do list. It’s about making small, timely moves that can have a lasting impact.

Taking an hour now can help you start 2026 confident and prepared.

💡 If any of these ideas create some interest—or if you have some of your own—we might be able to provide you with additional information. But we would encourage you to check in with your tax, legal, or accounting professional before making any changes.

11/14/2025

🚨 It could cost you $290,000/year to give your loved one 24/7 home care.

If you have a family member over the age of 75, this reality may already be on your mind.

63 million Americans are now caregivers, which is up 45 percent in 10 years.

The stats are brutal:
▪️ 1 in 4 caregivers go into debt or raid retirement accounts
▪️ The average caregiver works 27 hours/week (unpaid)
▪️ Medicare covers nursing homes for just 100 days max
▪️ Half of those under 50 are caring for aging parents and raising kids

What families who navigate this successfully do differently:
✅ Have the money conversation before the crisis hits
✅ Get power of attorney and healthcare directives sorted now
✅ Run actual care cost calculators (not wishful thinking)
✅ Understand what insurance actually covers (spoiler: not much)

"The new inheritance isn't money for your kids—it's having enough to cover long-term care."

Whether it's you or someone you know, don't wait for the emergency room call to start preparing.

What's your biggest concern about having to care for an aging parent?

11/11/2025

Today, we honor the men and women who have worn our nation’s uniform.

The courage, sacrifice, and selflessness of our veterans protect the freedoms we often take for granted.

Their service is a powerful reminder of what it means to put others before oneself.

Today, and every day, we are deeply grateful.

11/10/2025

💡 Did you know November may be the most important month for your taxes?

And this year, the opportunities may be bigger than usual.

The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) Act creates some unique year-end opportunities.

Here are a few highlights worth noting:

📌 Higher standard deduction through 2025 means more taxpayers might not need to itemize
📌 New deductions for seniors, overtime pay, and even tipped income offer ways to manage taxable income
📌 Charitable giving strategies, especially donating appreciated assets, can be some year-end tax moves to consider

Thoughtful steps now could help you manage your 2025 tax bill.

If any of these ideas interest you—or if you have other ideas—we might be able to provide you with additional information on the new tax laws. But we would encourage you to check in with your tax, legal, or accounting professional before making any changes.

11/05/2025

Three shocking realities most families miss when it comes to wealth transfer:

→ The top reason why wealth transfer strategies fail is a lack of communication and trust (60%)
→ Your retirement plan beneficiary designation overrides your will
→ Most heirs must withdraw inherited retirement accounts within 10 years. This could have wide-ranging implications

Here’s the surprising part: the biggest reason wealth fails to transfer isn’t bad investments… It’s a lack of communication.

What your adult children need to know:

▪️ Where your retirement income comes from
▪️ How bills are paid and where passwords are stored
▪️ Who your financial team is and how to reach them
▪️ Who has power of attorney, and who’s the executor
▪️ The why behind your financial decisions

Why Now?
Holiday gatherings create the rare moment when everyone’s together and the mood is about gratitude.

How to start:
We want to make sure you’re prepared if something happens to us. Can we talk through the basics?

Families who succeed at wealth transfer aren’t the ones with the most money. They’re the ones who talk about it.

11/03/2025

🏥 Preparing for health and care needs is one of personal finance's most important and often overlooked parts.

According to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey:
✨ Home health aide: $77,800 per year (+3 percent from 2023)
✨ Homemaker services: $75,500 per year (+10 percent)
✨ Assisted living: $70,800 annually (+10 percent)
✨ Nursing home, semi-private room: $111,325 per year (+7 percent)
✨ Nursing home, private room: $127,750 per year (+9 percent)

These are sobering numbers, but they highlight an opportunity: the earlier families begin preparing, the more options and flexibility they may have.

This month reminds us of the value of preparing not only for retirement from a lifestyle perspective, but also for the possibility of care needs along the way.

A thoughtful approach today might help preserve independence, protect assets, and ease the burden on loved ones tomorrow.

11/01/2025

⏰ As you turn back the clocks, here are a few timely reminders:

➡️ Open Enrollment: Many employer benefit windows are in November—make sure your selections are in.
➡️ Flexible Spending Accounts: Check your FSA balance. Most plans are “use it or lose it” by year-end. See if your employer offers a grace period or a carryover limit.
➡️ Retirement Contributions: Is it time to increase retirement plan contributions before December 31?
➡️ Year-End Strategy: Review investments or consider making charitable gifts before year-end deadlines.

🍂 Turning back the clock is a reminder that the year is coming to a close with year-end deadlines approaching quickly.

10/31/2025

What’s your biggest financial fear? 👻

Not having enough money in retirement? Making a bad investment? Not having a strategy in place if something unexpected happens?

Some of the most common fears we hear include:
• “I’m behind on retirement.”
• “I’m afraid of investing at the wrong time.”
• “Estate preparation is only for wealthy families.”

The truth?
✅ It’s never too late to start strategizing—or start over
✅ Timing the market is challenging—even for professionals
✅ Estate preparation isn’t just about managing wealth

Financial fears are real. But facing them can be a lot less scary than you think.

If there’s something that scares you, let’s talk!

In the meantime, wishing you a fun, fear-free Halloween! 🎃

10/29/2025

📅 Many of you will start getting notices about benefit open enrollment for 2026 soon.

Don't just put your benefits on autopilot!

Here are a few suggestions:

✓ Review last year's actual healthcare spend in-network and out-of-network, and deductibles

✓ Check if your doctors are still in-network for 2026

✓ Factor in any life changes: new baby, chronic conditions, planned procedures

✓ Consider an FSA to use pre-tax dollars for healthcare expenses. In 2026, the maximum annual contribution limit is $7,500

✓ Consider the pros and cons of HSA-eligible high-deductible plans

Remember: The cheapest premium isn't always the best financial choice, and the most expensive plan isn't always necessary.

What questions do you have about making smart benefits decisions that align with your financial goals?

Once you start Medicare, you can no longer contribute pretax dollars to your health savings account (HSA). Any money withdrawn from your HSA for nonmedical reasons is considered taxable income and faces an additional 20% penalty. This penalty is void after the age of 65; however, it will still become taxable income.

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Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
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