In an era where pensions are few and far between and future Social Security benefits are in question, it’s important for individuals and their families to save for their own retirement savings. A great and simple way to save for your retirement (with potential tax savings) is through an Individual Retirement Account (IRA). IRA contributions…

Health Savings Accounts, commonly referred to as HSAs, are a lot like personal savings accounts except the money you put into them is used to pay for “qualified medical expenses.” In order to be eligible to open and contribute to an HSA, your health insurance plan must be considered a “high deductible health plan”. Your…

Not every investor feels like they need a professional financial advisor. Many investors feel that they have the knowledge to manage their investments on their own. In addition, some people just don’t want to pay the fees of a financial advisor for something they feel they can do themselves. When it comes to investing, a…

65 Day Rule Benefit for Trustees and Their Beneficiaries March 5, 2019 is the last day It’s not too late to take advantage of planning opportunities for certain trusts for 2018 tax filings. Irrevocable Trusts that do not require the trustee to make distributions of income to the beneficiaries can take advantage of the “65…

When planning for their clients’ retirement, most financial advisors tell their clients to utilize 401(k) accounts and IRAs to accumulate as much as possible in these tax-deferred accounts. Allowing these accounts to grow tax-deferred is a great way to save for a person’s secure retirement. However, accumulating a large 401(k) or IRA can come along…

One of the most important parts of the financial planning process is estate planning. Many people mistakenly believe that estate planning is only necessary for the wealthy.  In reality, a basic estate plan is essential for everyone in order reduce uncertainty, eliminate unnecessary costs, and reduce stress for loved ones after a death. Estate Planning…

As we approach year end, it is important to review how your family may be impacted by an Illinois tax that does not receive much media attention: the Illinois estate tax. Illinois is one of twelve states to have its own estate tax separate from the federal estate tax. Estates that are exempt from the…

For Immediate Release Byrne offers investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan services NAPERVILLE, IL – September 28, 2018 – DHJJ Financial Advisors announces the promotion of Kathy Byrne, CPA, CFP®, to Principal. Byrne delivers investment management and financial planning for individuals and their families as well as retirement plan services for businesses. “Kathy truly…

Retirement is one of the biggest events you will experience in your lifetime and requires you to have a retirement checklist to plan your finances correctly. Starting that next phase of life brings about significant changes, both personally and financially. Financial freedom and security in retirement does not just happen. Retirement planning takes time, carefully…

Permanent life insurance policies (often referred to as “Whole Life Insurance”) are a contract between a policyholder and an insurance company whereby the insurance company promises to pay a designated beneficiary a sum of money (a death benefit) upon the death of an insured in exchange for a premium. In most cases, when the designated…