Educational Insights

Our educational insights cover a variety of topics to help you better address your financial needs and implement your financial plan, with strategies and solutions that may help you meet your financial goals.

  • Which Type of Special Needs Trust Is Right for You?

    Jay Guyer August 25, 2023

    There are two types of Special Needs Trusts (SNTs): first-party and third-party SNTs. Which type makes the most sense for you to use depends upon whose property is funding the SNT.

  • Can You Benefit From a Qualified Personal Residence Trust?

    August 2, 2023

    If you are planning your estate and realize that your primary or other residence significantly impacts the total value of your estate, leveraging a qualified personal residence trust (QPRT) could help reduce exposure to taxes.

  • A Family Conversation on Estate Planning

    Martin Schamis July 25, 2023

    While having a family conversation about your estate plan may be uncomfortable, such dialogue can help avoid surprises, lead to better financial planning, and help you develop a long-lasting family legacy. Here’s how to get one started.

  • Tax Deferral Strategies for Employer Stock in a Qualified Retirement Plan

    Jay Guyer July 25, 2023

    If you participate in a 401(k), or other qualified retirement plan that lets you invest in your employer’s stock, consider the tax deferral opportunities of net unrealized appreciation.

  • Choosing a Corporate Trustee

    Jack Cintorino July 20, 2023

    If you have determined that setting up a trust will help you accomplish your financial goals, the next step includes choosing your trustee—and if you choose a corporate trustee—deciding what capacity you want this trustee to serve.

  • Account Protection at Janney

    July 20, 2023

    Through every market condition, through every stage of your life—and your family’s life—Janney provides stability and coverage for the safety and security of your assets.

  • How Janney Provides Simplicity and Security for Your Finances

    July 5, 2023

    In light of continual financial uncertainty, it’s natural to have heightened interest or concern around the security of your assets, and the specific protections Janney has in place for your account(s).

  • Prevent Identity Theft

    June 22, 2023

    Identity theft is when someone steals your personal information to commit fraud. Here is a checklist of some steps you can take to help from becoming a victim.

  • Determine How Life Insurance Fits in Your Financial Plan

    June 22, 2023

    When it comes to life insurance do you have more questions than answers? If so, use this checklist to start the process of determining if you need it, and if you do--what solution best fits your needs.

  • Why Use Life Insurance in Estate Planning

    June 22, 2023

    Life insurance can be a way to help loved ones pay for estate taxes, as well as to provide estate liquidity.


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