Michael TrefelMost people spend 30 years building a 401k without ever calculating what the tax bill looks like on the way out. This post breaks down the 401k tax trap, why it hits hardest for high earners, and what to do about it.
Michael TrefelEveryone says max your 401k. Almost nobody shows you the full comparison. This post runs the IUL vs 401k math across four layers most advisors never address, and the results are not what conventional wisdom suggests.
Michael TrefelMost people pay life insurance premiums and never think about what that money is doing while they are alive. This post breaks down the cash value strategy that turns a permanent policy into a tax-advantaged financial engine.
Michael TrefelIUL pros and cons: the real story is about structure, not product. Here is what most advisors miss.