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Wealth Planning Illuminated

Wealth Planning Illuminated

Hosted by CIBC Private Wealth US

Episodes

50

Latest episode

Jul 2025

Language

EN

About the show

Join the wealth strategists of CIBC Private Wealth as they shine light on the topic of wealth planning by sharing their insights and ideas on how to use wealth in ways that are important to you—whether for your own needs, the people you hold dear or the causes that you care about.

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July 24, 2025Episode 4921 min

The OBBBA and you

In this special edition of Wealth Planning Illuminated, Senior Wealth Strategists discuss the recently enacted legislation commonly referred to as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, or OBBBA. While this legislation covers a lot of different areas, this discussion focuses on some of the individual income tax provisions that may impact you and your families.

June 6, 2024Episode 4821 min

Demystifying new job paperwork

Starting a new job at any age or stage may leave you feeling overwhelmed by the new-hire paperwork and benefit selections offered by your employer. Understanding and properly completing employment-related tax and benefit elections can be a key factor to success on your financial journey.

May 2, 2024Episode 4719 min

Private foundations v. donor-advised funds

Both private foundations and donor-advised funds can be effective personal charitable vehicles. While they both allow for strategic giving and an opportunity to create a charitable legacy, they have important differences to consider when deciding which type of charitable vehicle may be right for you and your family.

April 4, 2024Episode 4613 min

Income taxation of trusts

A common question for a grantor or a beneficiary of a trust is: “How will income in my trust be taxed?” The answer to that question can be complex and dependent on many factors, but there are some general rules for the federal income taxation of trusts that may help answer this important question.

March 7, 2024Episode 4523 min

Inherited IRAs after SECURE

The SECURE Act and subsequent guidance from the IRS significantly changed how inherited individual retirement accounts (IRAs) must be withdrawn after the owner’s death. Understanding the key rules associated with inherited IRAs is important to anyone who is a beneficiary – or may become a beneficiary – of an inherited IRA.

February 1, 2024Episode 4415 min

Tangible personal property

Items of tangible personal property – jewelry, artwork, household furniture and the like – are often collected over a lifetime. Because of the sentiment these items might represent and the inability to easily divide certain pieces, personal items in an estate can often create the greatest source of conflict among beneficiaries. Fortunately, there are several actions you can take today to help avoid – or at least minimize – conflict later.

January 5, 2024Episode 4320 min

Budgeting 101

Budgeting means creating a unique plan for spending and saving your money: it involves analyzing your income, expenses and financial goals to ensure that your spending aligns with your priorities. There are several steps you can take to create a custom budget for yourself.

December 7, 2023Episode 4235 min

The Corporate Transparency Act

The Corporate Transparency Act is a law that goes into effect on January 1, 2024, and will impact many limited liability companies, limited partnerships and corporations. If you own or control an entity — whether for estate planning purposes or as an active business — it is important to know how this new law impacts you and how you can comply.

November 2, 2023Episode 4114 min

Philanthropic mission statements

A philanthropic mission statement can provide clear direction to you, your family and others about your charitable intentions and motivations. Considering your motivations for giving, giving styles and causes can help you craft that philanthropic mission statement, which will guide and inform your philanthropy – today and into the future.

October 6, 2023Episode 4018 min

Helping with a home purchase

The current high cost of housing and interest rates can make it difficult to purchase a home. Not surprisingly, individuals often wonder how they can assist a loved one in home ownership. Fortunately, there are several strategies to consider.

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