THE FINANCIAL COMMUTE
Hosted by Wealth Advisor Chris Galeski, THE FINANCIAL COMMUTE is a weekly podcast that gives the rundown on what's going on in the current market, how it affects you, and what you can do about it – all designed to fit into your commute. Each week Chris welcomes an expert guest, including Morton Wealth advisors, fund managers, and investment analysts, to break down complex financial topics. Our goal for this podcast is to provide you with the tools to help you navigate this challenging environment, leading to a path of more confident investing.
THE FINANCIAL COMMUTE
Tax-Smart Strategies for Charitable Giving
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What if you could give more to charity and pay less in taxes? In this episode, host Chris invites Wealth Advisor Austin Overholt to explore how strategies like donor-advised funds and qualified charitable distributions can help you give more intentionally while potentially reducing taxes. From donating appreciated stock to planning around high-income years, they highlight how thoughtful giving can align with retirement, estate planning, and long-term legacy goals.
Tune in if you're interested in…
- Tax-efficient ways to give, including donor-advised funds and QCDs
- When to use different strategies based on age, income, and account types
- How to maximize deductions in high-income years
- The benefits of “bunching” donations for greater tax impact
- Using charitable giving to create a lasting family legacy