Spending Cuts & Bond Risks
March 1, 2013
Dear Friends and Family,
Government budget cuts: The March 1st cuts amount to a 2% reduction in budget—not enough to cause concern. We hope Congress avoids another delay.
Bond Fund Risk: Inflation expectations and shifts from bonds to equities may depress bond values. Review any bond holdings outside of our firm.
Timely Alert: The IRA Charitable Rollover is extended through 2013. Rules include:
- Must be age 70½ or older
- Must complete rollover by Dec 31, 2013
- Only traditional IRAs qualify
- Limit: $100,000 per year
Ask us if you’ve made your 2012 IRA contribution. Annual advisor fee info is on page one of your year-end statement.
Sincerely,
Katz Family Financial