Fall is a great time of year to enjoy the fruits of local vineyards. The Kansas City metropolitan area has lots of wineries to explore. From Olathe to Independence to Excelsior Springs, there are many local wineries to check out. Even if you aren’t a wine connoisseur, these wineries have lots of … [Read more...]
Windward Community: Wineries in the Kansas City area
Windward Passages: Credit Freeze Changes
Massive computer hacks and data breaches are now common occurrences-an unfortunate consequence of living in a digital world. Once identity thieves have your information, they can use it to gain access to your bank and credit card accounts, make unauthorized transactions in your name, and … [Read more...]
Windward Tax Bulletin: Asset Protection in Estate Planning
You're beginning to accumulate substantial wealth, but you worry about protecting it from future potential creditors. Whether your concern is for your personal assets or your business, various tools exist to keep your property safe from tax collectors, accident victims, health-care providers, credit … [Read more...]
Windward Community: St. Joseph, MO
What do you know about St. Joe, MO? A city located about 30 minutes north of Kansas City’s International airport is chalk full of history, museums, festivals, parks, golf courses, outdoor concerts, and more. Did you know that the Pony Express started in St. Joseph, MO in 1860? Do you know how … [Read more...]
Windward Tax Bulletin: The Roth 401(k)
Employers can offer 401(k) plan participants the opportunity to make Roth 401(k) contributions. If you're lucky enough to work for an employer who offers this option, Roth contributions could play an important role in maximizing your retirement income. What is a Roth 401(k)? A Roth 401(k) is … [Read more...]