JANUARY 7, 2026
Key tax figures for 2026
In 2026 new tax deductions and inflation adjustments impact tax brackets, rates and contribution limits. Our Bill Cass talks about what is changing in 2026 and shares some planning considerations.
Overview
Our Wealth Planning program provides resources for comprehensive wealth planning discussions. Our specialists share timely, actionable strategies around topic areas such as generating sustainable income in retirement, mitigating the impact of taxes, funding college education and planning for efficient wealth transfer.
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Signed into law on July 4, 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) introduces sweeping tax reforms, extending key provisions from the TCJA and adding new deductions and savings opportunities. This flyer outlines the major changes including updates to income tax brackets, SALT deductions, estate tax exclusions and more?along with planning insights for the 2025 tax year and beyond.
A comprehensive flyer covering tax rates, schedules and contribution limits for 2025. Includes updated tax deductions from the OBBB.
A checklist designed to uncover opportunities to minimize taxes and identify other potential benefits.
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Education planning
Helping families save for their child’s college education with a comprehensive plan for college savings.
Estate planning
Explore strategies for the efficient transfer of wealth.
Retirement planning
Understand the shifting retirement landscape and help clients create plans that generate a sustainable income in retirement.
Tax planning
Learn about actionable planning ideas to mitigate the impact of taxes.
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Bill Cass, CFP®, CPWA®
Director of Wealth Planning, Franklin Templeton Academy
Christopher Hennessey, CPA, J.D.
Wealth Planning Consultant, Franklin Templeton
Jake Gremza, CFP®
Senior Investments Learning Consultant, Franklin Templeton Academy
Wealth Planning insights
A weekly blog authored by Bill Cass, Director of Wealth Planning, CFP®, CPWA®. The blog covers timely topics around financial planning to share with clients.
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