Advisor Education & Training Center
Indexed Universal Life Accumulation
How Recent Tax Legislation Can Be Applied Strategically in Business Planning
⏲ 6 min read ⏲Major tax legislation creates planning opportunities beyond deductions. Businesses that understand the implications can position themselves more effectively.
A Little-Known Estate Tax Planning Opportunity for Foreign Nationals
⏲ 3 min read ⏲ Foreign nationals face unique estate tax exposure in the U.S. Certain planning structures can dramatically reduce that risk when implemented correctly.
Designing Buy-Sell Strategies That Stay Flexible Without Adding Complexity
⏲ 5 min read ⏲ Buy-sell agreements often fail when they’re too rigid. Smarter design allows flexibility to evolve as businesses grow—without creating administrative headaches
How the Same Dollar Can Support Multiple Financial Goals
⏲ 4 min read ⏲ Strategic planning isn’t about choosing one objective over another. Some approaches allow capital to be positioned so it supports multiple outcomes over time.
When Business Insurance Stops Matching the Business It Protects
⏲ 4 min read ⏲ As businesses grow, insurance strategies often stay frozen. Periodic review ensures coverage evolves alongside valuation, ownership structure, and risk exposure.
A Multi-Purpose Planning Tool That Solves More Than One Problem at a Time
⏲ 4 min read ⏲ Some strategies earn their place because they address multiple planning needs simultaneously. Understanding when a single solution can replace several moving parts simplifies planning and improves outcomes.
Using Downside-Protected Life Insurance as a Strategic Income Tool
⏲ 7 min read ⏲ Some life insurance structures can support income planning while managing downside risk. Understanding the tradeoffs is essential to using them effectively.
How to Capture Business in the First Big Stage of the Trillion-Dollar Wealth Transfer
⏲ 3 min read ⏲ The first transfer happens when one spouse dies. Advisors who understand this can win business earlier and retain households longer
Succession Planning for Single-Owner Businesses Without a Built-In Backup Plan
⏲ 5 min read ⏲ Without a second owner, succession risk is magnified. Strategic planning creates continuity, liquidity, and options long before an exit is required.
The ‘Second Sale’ Opportunity Created by the End of the Stretch IRA
⏲ 2 min read ⏲ SECURE Act changes created new planning challenges—and opportunities. Advisors who understand the second-sale dynamic can deliver meaningful value post-inheritance.
Addressing the Executive Retirement Gap Without Adding Excess Complexity
⏲ 2 min read ⏲ Many executive retirement plans fall short of expectations. Thoughtful benefit design can enhance retirement outcomes without over-engineering the solution
Designing Accumulation-Focused IUL Without Sacrificing Long-Term Flexibility
⏲ 2 min read ⏲ Chasing maximum accumulation can introduce hidden risks. A balanced IUL design prioritizes sustainable cash value growth while preserving policy flexibility and downside protection.
