Safe Harbor Financial Advisors LLC

09/02/2026

September Is Life Insurance Awareness Month

For small business owners, life insurance isn't just about protecting your family. It can also be a valuable employee benefit that helps you attract and retain good employees.

A group life insurance plan can provide your employees with affordable life insurance coverage, often at a lower cost than they could obtain on their own. It can give employees and their families added financial protection while helping your business build a stronger benefits package.

If you’re a small business owner, ask yourself: Would adding group life insurance make your employee benefits package more competitive?

Safe Harbor Financial Advisors can help you evaluate your options and find a group life insurance solution that fits your business and your employees.

Contact us to learn more about employee benefits and group life insurance.

08/31/2026

Healthcare Is Part of Your Financial Plan

Healthcare costs can have a significant impact on your overall financial picture. As new plans and rates for 2027 begin to come out for ACA, Medicare, and Group Health Insurance, now is a good time to understand what your coverage really provides.

Do you know your premiums, deductibles, copays, coinsurance, out-of-pocket maximums, and what you could potentially pay if you or a family member needs significant medical care?

Choosing the right health plan isn't just about finding the lowest premium. It's about understanding how the plan fits into your overall financial plan and being prepared for the costs you may face.

At Safe Harbor Financial Advisors, we believe healthcare planning should be an important part of your overall financial strategy.

As 2027 plans become available, take the time to review your coverage and understand your potential costs before making your next decision.

https://www.shfinancialadvisors.com/What-Types-of-Health-Coverage-Are-Available.c51.htm

There are three basic types of medical insurance plans: fee-for-service, managed care, and high-deductible health plan.

08/28/2026

FRIDAY QUESTION OF THE DAY

Your local Chamber of Commerce can be more than just another membership on your expense report.

Networking. Referrals. Community connections. Events. Visibility. New relationships.

Here’s our question: How do YOU use your local Chamber to market and grow your business?

What has worked for you — networking events, sponsoring events, referrals, speaking opportunities, social media, or something else?

Share your best Chamber strategy in the comments. Let’s see who has the best idea!

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08/26/2026

Your Employee Benefits Should Help Employees Make Better Financial Decisions

Offering a retirement plan, health insurance and other benefits is important. But benefits are only valuable when employees understand how to use them effectively.

At Safe Harbor Financial Advisors, we provide financial wellness tools designed for employees at every stage of life and every level of financial experience. From starting a first retirement account to preparing for retirement, our resources help employees better understand their options and make informed financial decisions.

Financial wellness can also benefit employers by helping employees feel more confident about their finances, better understand their benefits and reduce financial stress that can impact productivity and retention.

A strong employee benefits package is more than what you offer. It is also about helping your employees understand and make the most of those benefits.

Could financial wellness be the missing piece in your employee benefits package?

Contact Safe Harbor Financial Advisors to learn how we can help you build a benefits program that supports both your business and your employees.

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08/25/2026

Small Business Owners: The 2026 Deadlines You Don’t Want to Miss

https://www.shfinancialadvisors.com/tax_calendar.cfm

The end of the year will be here before you know it. For small business owners, the next few months are filled with important tax, retirement plan, employee benefit and healthcare decisions.

Here are some dates worth putting on your calendar:

September 15 – Third-quarter estimated tax payments are due. This is also an important deadline for many extended business tax returns, including partnerships and S corporations.

October 1 – A key deadline for businesses considering establishing a new SIMPLE IRA for 2026.

October 15 – Extended individual and certain business tax returns are generally due. Remember, a tax extension gives you more time to file—not more time to pay.

October–November – A good time to review your employee benefits, including health, dental, vision, life, disability and retirement plans, before heading into 2027.

Before year-end – Review retirement plan contributions, potential tax-saving strategies, employee benefit changes and your overall financial plan before December 31.

The biggest mistake is waiting until December to start thinking about these things.

At Safe Harbor Financial Advisors, we help small business owners coordinate their retirement plans, employee benefits, insurance and financial strategies so they can make informed decisions before important deadlines arrive.

What’s on your business checklist before the end of 2026? Contact us if you’d like to discuss what you should be reviewing now.



Safe Harbor Financial Advisors Inc.
2454 N. McMullen Booth Rd., Suite 700
Clearwater, FL 33759
(727) 475-8490
www.shfinancialadvisors.com

Securities and advisory services are offered through LPL Financial, a registered investment advisor and broker-dealer (member FINRA/SIPC). Insurance products are offered through LPL or its licensed affiliates.

Securities and Advisory Services offered through LPL Financial, a Registered Investment Adviser. Member FINRA/SIPC. Safe Harbor Financial Advisors LLC and LPL Financial are separate entities.

08/24/2026

Small Business Owners: Are You Leaving Tax Credits on the Table?

SECURE 2.0 created some significant incentives for small businesses that start or enhance retirement plans.

Depending on your situation, your business may qualify for tax credits that can help offset the cost of establishing a retirement plan — including potential credits for startup costs and employer contributions.

And here’s an important deadline to remember:

October 1, 2026 is generally the deadline to establish a new SIMPLE IRA for the 2026 calendar year if you have not previously maintained one.

If you're considering a SIMPLE IRA or Safe Harbor 401(k), now is the time to determine which option makes the most sense for your business, your employees and your tax situation.

At Safe Harbor Financial Advisors, we help small-business owners evaluate retirement plans, employee benefits and the potential tax advantages available to them.

Don't leave money — or valuable employee benefits — on the table. Contact us to see what opportunities may be available for your business.

https://www.irs.gov/retirement-plans/retirement-plans-startup-costs-tax-credit

Call to schedule a free consultation today.

Eligible employers may be able to claim a tax credit of up to $5,000, for three years, for the ordinary and necessary costs of starting a SEP, SIMPLE IRA or qualified plan (like a 401(k) plan.) A tax credit reduces the amount of taxes you may owe on a dollar-for-dollar basis.

08/21/2026

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Friday Question of the Day:
Have you ever used the services of the Florida SBDC to help with your business?

If you have, tell us about your experience in the comments. If you haven’t, what kind of business support would be most valuable to you right now?

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08/20/2026

Small Business Owners: Inflation Could Be Costing You More Than You Think

When you hear “inflation,” you probably think about the price of groceries or gas. But for small business owners, inflation can impact much more — from employee wages and benefits to borrowing costs and business growth.

The Federal Reserve watches inflation closely when deciding what to do with interest rates.

That’s why financial wellness matters. Helping your employees understand their finances and make educated decisions can create a more confident, financially prepared workforce.

At Safe Harbor Financial Advisors Inc., we include financial wellness as part of our approach to employee benefits—helping both employers and employees make more informed financial decisions.

Want to learn how financial wellness can benefit your business and your employees? Let’s start a conversation.

While the media typically cites the consumer price index, the Fed prefers a different measure of inflation.

08/19/2026

Don’t Leave Your Future on the Table — Join the Retirement Plan Today

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (2024), about 33% of employees with access to an employer-sponsored retirement plan do not participate. That means a significant number of workers are missing out on valuable benefits that can make a real difference in their financial future.

Why participation matters:

Employer Match – If your company offers matching contributions, that’s essentially free money toward your retirement.
Tax Advantages – Contributions can reduce your taxable income.
Compound Growth – The earlier you start, the more your savings can grow over time.
Financial Security – A retirement plan helps you prepare for the future with confidence.
At Safe Harbor Financial Advisors, we partner with employers to educate and guide employees through the enrollment process, ensuring they understand the benefits and feel confident in their decisions. Our goal is to help your workforce make informed choices that lead to long-term financial well-being.

Employers — let’s work together to increase participation and strengthen your team’s financial future. Contact Safe Harbor Financial Advisors today to learn how we can help.



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08/18/2026

Running a business means constantly adapting, solving problems, and making decisions that impact your team and your future. To support that work, we’ve built a comprehensive Business Owner Resource Page designed to give business owners practical tools, guidance, and expert insights.

Inside, you’ll find curated resources on planning, operations, employee benefits, healthcare options, retirement plans, and more — all selected to help you make informed decisions with confidence.

You’ll also find our monthly Ask the Expert video series, where professionals share real‑world strategies and lessons learned from their own business experience.

If you’re a business owner, take advantage of the resources available on the page. And if you have expertise that could benefit other business owners, reach out to learn more about becoming a future Ask the Expert contributor.

https://www.shfinancialadvisors.com/Business-Owner-Resource-Page.10.htm

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