Taxes, Retirement and What’s Ahead in 2026

As we bid farewell to 2025 tax year filings (mostly), at Sterling, we have our eyes firmly on the road for 2026 planning opportunities. There are changes to be aware of, as well as smart tax related decisions to make in the year ahead. Tax Law Provision Changes: A Quick History 2026 is a year […]

The Power of Tax-Efficient Investing

“You canโ€™t predict. You can prepare.โ€ โ€“ Howard Marks The headlines this year have been relentless. Trade tensions escalate and de-escalate. AI investments soar to dizzying heights, then stumble amid concerns about valuations or Chinese competition. Geopolitical storms rage from Eastern Europe to the South China Sea. For many investors, this creates an uncomfortable paradox: […]

Making the Most of Year-End Charitable Giving

As the season of gratitude approaches, many families take time to reflect on what they value mostโ€”and how they can โ€œgive backโ€. Whether you give regularly to a favorite charity or are looking to make a larger year-end gift, thoughtful planning can help ensure your generosity has the greatest possible impact. Give Strategically: The Power […]

The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” and How it May Affect Your Personal Tax Planning

Love it, hate it, or ignore it, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (or the “OBBBA“) is here to stay. At over 900 pages, this statute provides wide-ranging changes to our federal tax and spending policies. It was no secret that there would be changes coming to the tax system this year. Many provisions in […]

Empowering Financial Freedom Through Employer Retirement Plans

Success in the retirement pivot is where preparation and opportunity meet.