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Proud to be a Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Team

We are proud to be recognized by Forbes in 2025 as a Best-in-State Wealth Management Team.

Key dates for tax form distribution

With the individual income tax filing season nearing, you may be searching for your tax documents. Take a look at the table below for estimated distribution dates.

Taking required minimum distributions

If you invest in traditional IRAs or employer-sponsored retirement savings plans, it’s important to know that they are not shielded from taxes indefinitely. When you reach age 73, depending on the year you were born you must take required minimum distributions (RMDs) to avoid tax penalties. Contact us today to learn more about your options.

Maximize your IRA contributions to take advantage of tax benefits

With tax season approaching, now is a good time to review your traditional or Roth IRA contributions. You can make your 2025 contributions until April 15, 2026, and you may lower your tax bill. If you are under 50, you can maximize your IRA contributions up to $7,000. If you are 50 and older, you can contribute up to $8,000. You can also start your contributions for tax year 2026, where contribution limits are $7,500 if you're under 50 and $8,600 if you are age 50 or older.

By maxing out your IRA contributions before the April tax deadline, you can give your money more time to deliver tax-deferred, compounded growth. Over time, that can potentially add up. Contact us to discuss the possibility of maximizing your 2025 traditional and Roth IRA contributions before April 15, 2026.

2025 / 2026 dollar limitations for retirement plans

Some new limitations will apply to retirement plans and other benefit plans in 2026 because of cost-of-living adjustments made by the IRS and the Social Security Administration. Learn more about the limits for 2026.

Protecting you and your loved ones

As seniors age, they may become more vulnerable to financial abuse. Age-related mental decline and dementia, as well as becoming more isolated, can cause seniors to make costly financial mistakes. We can provide tips and guidance helping to safeguard you, your family and your assets from financial fraud and abuse.

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Protect what’s important to you

Your needs for financial protection are an ever-changing story. Now is a great opportunity for us to discuss how we can strategize your wealth planning for today’s and future generations. Between life, long-term care, and disability insurance options, you have several ways to protect your legacy for your loved ones. Contact us today to review which insurance options are appropriate for you and your family.

Create a legacy that passes on your wealth and values

A significant wealth transfer is underway as baby boomers pass on their accumulated wealth to younger family members. By 2048 an estimated $124 trillion* is set to change hands in the U.S.

As wealth changes hands from one generation to another, RBC Wealth Management is positioned to help families plan and communicate so the transition is about money and values for an impactful, long-term legacy.

When it comes to a wealth transfer mindset, RBC Wealth Management learned from conducting a 2024 survey that individuals, regardless of age, similarly prioritize family harmony and family values. Perhaps surprisingly, a generation gap did not exist between baby boomers, millennials and Gen Xers.

Our wealth transfer survey also found that the keys to successful wealth transition are trust and communication, heir preparedness and alignment of family values around wealth. To help you, we created a new wealth transfer insights guidebook. Access the guide now to get started.

Wondering what to do with excess 529 savings?

If you’ve saved diligently for a family-member’s education—and he or she does not need help funding education expenses—the 529 Plan savings can still be used without tax penalties. You could transfer funds to another child, to a niece/nephew or a grandchild. Or, see if room, board and textbook costs can be covered. You might even be able to pay for college credits for a qualifying gap year program. Contact us to discuss your education savings options in more detail.

Competitive rates for your cash

Managing your day-to-day cash is a critical component of your wealth management plan. To help make sure your cash is working for you, RBC Wealth Management offers a cash sweep program that provides competitive interest rates. Visit RBC Insured Deposits to view our program Terms and Conditions and our current rates.

Help your loved one living with a disability live their best life

Millions of Americans live with disabilities that may make long-term financial security more complex. Intentional planning can help them live their best lives, balancing their future needs and goals without jeopardizing potential governmental benefits or structured settlements. 

A new wealth insights guidebook on special needs planning from RBC Wealth Management can help you develop a customized plan for your family member or other loved one who's living with a disability. This resource outlines five steps for an effective plan. Access the guide now to help you get started.

Also contact us for support in setting up your plan or reviewing an existing plan.

Introducing RBC Total Wealth

RBC Total Wealth is a way to view your complete financial picture. See your RBC accounts—along with your accounts at other financial institutions you choose to add—–in one convenient place. Access Total Wealth by selecting Sign in above to log into your accounts and then choose Add External Accounts. It’s a simple and secure way to keep your financial life connected to your everyday life.

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Big Tech's AI expansion: From investment to scalable returns

The AI Investment cycle still has more runway ahead, but the prospect of a narrative shift toward monetization, return on investment, and enterprise applications strengthens the case for diversifying both within and beyond Big Tech to capture a broader set of opportunities.

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Have you switched jobs recently?

If so, it’s important to know where your assets are, and where they are going. Call us today to discuss the advantages, disadvantages and potential tax consequences of your IRA rollover options, and how they will affect your retirement. Together we will carefully choose the option that best fits your needs and retirement goals.

Wealth insights guide for young professionals

Today’s young professionals face many challenges when it comes to building wealth. RBC Wealth Management's guide on money matters for young professionals is designed to help young adults master the fundamentals of saving and investing, with insights into how to control debt, build a wealth plan and prepare for a more secure tomorrow.

Download Money matters for young professionals wealth insights guide

Financial security begins by building a plan you can trust

At RBC Wealth Management, we understand your financial goals are unique — that’s why we provide customized advice. No matter where you are in life, you can depend on our investment management expertise to build a plan that helps you achieve your financial goals. Explore our website to learn more about our customizable solutions designed to strengthen your financial security.

Create your retirement paycheck

A personalized retirement income plan can give you confidence and clarity by identifying your assets and available sources of income - along with their tax implications - to help create a secure retirement paycheck. In this Wealth Insights guide we’ll help you create your personalized retirement paycheck.

Download the RBC Retirement Paycheck Wealth Insights guide

Gain financial flexibility

Be prepared for many of your financing needs by opening an RBC Credit Access Line. With no cost to set up, no ongoing fees, competitive interest rates and favorable terms, it may be a practical tool to help accomplish your immediate and long-term goals. Contact us today to explore this potentially untapped source of opportunity. 

Strength you can trust

Distinguished by a long heritage of financial integrity and unwavering dedication to our clients, RBC has consistently earned high credit ratings.¹

• Moody's Aa1 and A1 / stable⁴
• Standards and Poor AA- and A/stable4
• Fitch Ratings AA² and AA-³ / stable⁴

Additionally, RBC has a reputation of strength and stability with a high-quality balance sheet, proactive risk management and a strong liquidity position.

Let's take the next step together

We welcome you to experience the RBC Wealth Management difference yourself. Contact us today to set up a meeting.