The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act was signed into law on March 27, 2020. This $2 trillion emergency relief package represents a bipartisan effort to assist both individuals and businesses in the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and accompanying economic crisis. The CARES Act provisions for retirement plan relief for individuals under federal tax […]
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Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Information -APPLY NOW
Many TCK clients are business owners or it’s probably safe to say everyone knows a business owner who could use this information. Please follow the links to learn more about forgivable loans to small businesses (less than 500 employees) to pay their employees during the COVID-19 crisis. Business owners are encouraged to start a conversation […]
Read MoreThe Trust Company of Kansas’ COVID-19 Response
The Trust Company of Kansas (TCK), like other businesses, is reacting to the rapidly evolving reality surrounding the COVID-19 global pandemic. TCK falls under the ‘essential business’ definition as a ‘financial institution’ under the stay-at-home orders currently affecting its office locations. TCK will continue to provide services to our clients and the communities we serve. […]
Read MoreDue Date for Federal Income Tax Returns and Payments Postponed to July 15
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the due date for filing federal income tax returns and making tax payments has been postponed by the IRS from Wednesday, April 15, 2020, to Wednesday, July 15, 2020. No interest, penalties, or additions to tax will be incurred by taxpayers during this 90-day relief period for any return or […]
Read MoreGenerosity and Taxes
Commencement speaker Robert Smith surprised the graduating seniors at Morehouse College in May when he announced that he would pay off all of their student loans. What are the tax implications of this magnanimous gesture? Potential gift taxes The value of Smith’s gift has been estimated at $40 million, for some 400 graduating seniors, about […]
Read MoreInherited IRAs
DEAR TRUST OFFICER: I’ve inherited a substantial IRA from my parent. What are my choices? Can I roll over the money into my own IRA? What I’d really like to do is convert the inherited IRA to a Roth IRA. — FORTUNATE HEIR DEAR FORTUNATE: Those approaches are not available to you. Because you are […]
Read MoreRetirement Readiness
DEAR TRUST OFFICER: How much money must I have in order to be able to retire? Is $1 million enough? — PEAK EARNING YEARS DEAR PEAK: The better question is: How much income will you need during your retirement? If you will have a pension and Social Security checks coming in, $1 million might easily be […]
Read MoreReview Your IRA Beneficiary
Sometimes mistakes in an estate plan can be repaired after death. Sometimes not. Charles Sukenik executed his will on November 4, 2004. His estate was to be divided between his surviving spouse, Vivian, and the couple’s private foundation. His revocable trust was restated at the same time, giving Vivian certain real property and the balance […]
Read MoreABA WEALTH MANAGEMENT AND TRUST CONFERENCE
LEARNING NEVER ENDS With dynamics affecting the wealth management and trust industry, our advisors make constant efforts to stay on top of all changes. Our continued education helps us put you in the best possible position to grow your wealth and protect your legacy. This month, Chairman & CEO Stephen English and Vice President & […]
Read MoreASK A TRUST OFFICER: LIVING TRUSTS
Dear Trust Officer: My parents are retired, living in another state. They have a sizeable investment portfolio and are financially comfortable. However, as they are getting older, they are having trouble keeping up with their paperwork. Last year they were late in making tax payments, very unlike them. I would help them, but I just […]
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