October 6, 2025
Government Shutdown and Self-Employed Finances
Government Shutdown and Self-Employed Finances
September 22, 2025
Make Your Commissions Work for You: A Financial Planning Guide for Realtors
Discover how Realtors can manage variable income, plan for taxes, and build lasting wealth with smart financial planning strategies.
September 8, 2025
Tax Planning for Real Estate Agents: Free Webinar on September 18, 2025
Are taxes eating into your commissions? You’re not alone. For many real estate agents, taxes are the biggest financial headache—and without the right strategies, you could be losing thousands of dollars every year. That’s why PeaceLink Financial Planning is hosting a free tax planning webinar for Real Estate Professionals and self-employed real estate professionals. It’s designed to give you practical real estate agent tax strategies you can use right away to keep more of your commissions and reduce tax stress.
August 21, 2025
Should Married Couples Combine Finances? A Practical Guide
Money is one of the most common sources of tension in marriage. One big reason is not having a clear system for how money flows. Should everything run through one joint account? Should each spouse keep things separate? Or is there a hybrid model that works better? The truth is that there is no one-size-fits-all answer. Every couple has a different background, level of trust, and set of priorities. But there are three common ways couples tend to structure their accounts. Each has pros and cons, and in certain situations one may make more sense than another.
August 11, 2025
Marriage Bonus vs. Marriage Penalty: How the SALT Deduction Can Tip the Scales
Just over half of married couples end up paying less in taxes after saying “I do.” For others—especially high earners—marriage can potentially lead to a bigger tax bill. The difference comes down to whether you fall into the marriage bonus or marriage penalty category. For self-employed professionals, this isn’t just a fun tax trivia question. The flexibility you have in managing your income means you can take proactive steps to reduce a penalty or make a bonus even more powerful.
July 28, 2025
How to Maximize 100% Bonus Depreciation Under the OBBB (Without Creating a Tax Hangover)
If you're a small business owner or self-employed professional, the return of 100% bonus depreciation under the OBBB could feel like a massive win. And in many ways, it is. But before you go out and finance a $90,000 SUV “for the tax write-off,” let’s break down what this really means—and how to leverage it without setting yourself up for regret down the road.