John Agnew, CFA, CFP®, RICP®, CLU® John Agnew, CFA, CFP®, RICP®, CLU®

Who doesn’t want up to $370,000 tax-free? The power of HSAs.

Health Savings Accounts offer the only triple tax advantage in the U.S. tax code — contributions are deductible, growth is tax-free, and qualified withdrawals are tax-free. Here's how to use one strategically.

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John Agnew, CFA, CFP®, RICP®, CLU® John Agnew, CFA, CFP®, RICP®, CLU®

The 2026 Retirement Limits

The IRS has increased 2026 retirement contribution limits across 401(k), IRA, Roth IRA and HSA accounts. Plus: the new mandatory Roth catch-up rule for high earners that takes effect this year.

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John Agnew, CFA, CFP®, RICP®, CLU® John Agnew, CFA, CFP®, RICP®, CLU®

California Pass-Through Entity Tax — Updated for 2026

California's PTE elective tax has been extended through 2030 under SB 132. New rules for 2026 remove the hard June 15 disqualifier but add a 12.5% credit penalty for underpayments. Here's what changed.

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John Agnew, CFA, CFP®, RICP®, CLU® John Agnew, CFA, CFP®, RICP®, CLU®

1099-R for Mega Backdoor Roths

Owner-only Solo 401(k) administrators who do a Mega Backdoor Roth conversion need to issue their own 1099-R. Here's exactly how — including the right distribution codes, deadlines, and Form 5500-EZ rules.

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