Charitable Gifting Strategies with Ronald McDonald House Charities

Join Fort Pitt Capital Group Financial Advisors Brad Newman, CFP® and Emily Sippel, CFP® as they discuss various charitable gifting strategies, including: Tax-efficient donation methods Ways to make an impact beyond sending money Qualified charitable distribution strategies for RMDs Donor advised funds Charitable trust and estate plans Setting up[...] Continue reading

Fort Pitt Capital Group Ranked on Forbes Top RIA Firms List

Fort Pitt Capital Group is proud to be honored as one of the prestigious Forbes America's Top RIA Firms in the U.S.A. The list is compiled by SHOOK Research, and the title is only given to 100 firms chosen from a nationwide search. "We are thrilled to be ranked as one of the Top RIA Firms in the U.S. by Forbes. To be in the top 50 of this elite group is an achievement[...] Continue reading

5 Tips for Women Getting Started With Investing

Investing isn't just for men. Women have always been known for their expertise in managing money, but when it comes to investing, there's a perception that men do it better, which isn't true. There are many good reasons to look into investment as a woman. For one, women still make 12 percent less than men. Investing can be a great way to make up some of the difference[...] Continue reading

Changes to 2023 Retirement Contributions

The new 2023 Retirement Plan Contribution Limits are official. Your Fort Pitt Capital team wants to ensure you use these Internal Revenue Service changes to your advantage. The following highlight some of the limits that have risen for 2023: Maximum contributions for 401(k), 403(b) and 457 increases to $22,500 Social Security Wage Base increases to $160,200[...] Continue reading

Breast Cancer and Financial Support

Breast cancer may bring many unexpected expenses that health insurance does not cover. These costs can include travel, child care, and loss of income from time off work. Many patients and their families end up dipping into savings and taking out loans to cover the charges. If your breast cancer diagnosis has led to financial instability, know that you're not alone, and[...] Continue reading