Mike Powers, Author at Manuka Financial

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Entries by Mike Powers

Why (and When) I’m Selling My I Bonds from April 2022

September 21, 2023 in Investments /by Mike Powers

Back in April 2022, I was excited about I Bonds. And now I’m excited to sell them soon. Why?

How to maximize your after-tax yield on cash at Charles Schwab

September 12, 2023 in Investments, Tax Planning /by Mike Powers

If you’re holding a large amount of cash at Schwab, this article is for you.

Are you missing the tax deduction for U.S. obligation interest?

September 6, 2023 in Investments, Tax Planning /by Mike Powers

There is a deduction that I’ve seen missed a number of times, resulting in unnecessarily higher taxes: the deduction for U.S. obligation interest.

Goodbye iBonds?

April 20, 2023 in Investments /by Mike Powers

With higher-than-normal inflation over the last two years, you may have read about an interesting investment opportunity that keeps pace with inflation: the iBond.

Lessons Learned from Losing a Loved One

January 26, 2023 in Estate Planning /by Mike Powers

Based on my experiences of personally losing clients, relatives, and most recently a sibling, there are a number of things you can do today to help ease the burden on those you will eventually leave behind.

SECURE ACT 2.0 for Retirees

January 11, 2023 in Financial Planning, Tax Planning /by Mike Powers

While the changes resulting from the “SECURE Act 2.0” are many, there are a few key components that are relevant to individuals nearing or in retirement.