8/13/17

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YOUR TAKE: How Smart Is Disney’s Streaming Decision?

Disney recently announced that it will remove its movies – properties that include Marvel Films, Pixar, and the Star Wars universe – from Netflix and launch a branded, direct-to-consumer streaming service.

Do you agree with Disney’s plan to launch its own direct-to-consumer streaming service?

Every week, Annex Wealth Management will give you one thing you should do that may improve your financial well-being. We call it the “MoneyDo List.”

This weeks’ “MoneyDo” is: Importance of Account Titling

A few weeks ago, we talked about beneficiary designation, which is a critical part of the estate planning puzzle. Another related issue that works alongside beneficiary designation is account titling, which addresses how you intentionally and specifically title your accounts, will and trust so that your family faces the least amount of confusion and tax consequences.

Account titling is an important part of getting your assets organized. Its simplicity often means it gets overlooked, which can expose you and your estate to risks and tax consequences. This week we suggest you review the ownership structure of your accounts and make sure it works in conjunction (not contrary) with your estate planning goals.

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Chrome Is The Number 1 Browser In The World

Google is often referred to as “the search company”. However, search is not the only area that Google excels in. As the following chart, based on StatCounter data shows, the company’s web browser Chrome is the number one gateway to the internet around the world.

Chrome’s lead is particularly impressive in the desktop category, which was dominated by Microsoft’s Internet Explorer and Mozilla’s Firefox for years before Chrome overtook them in 2012 and 2011, respectively.

More importantly though, Chrome also dominates mobile browsing. Thanks to its presence on hundreds of millions of Android devices, Chrome’s mobile market share amounted to 47 percent in June 2017, with Safari, the pre-installed browser on Apple’s mobile devices, a distant second at 21 percent.

Source: https://www.statista.com/chart/10402/worldwide-browser-market-share-by-platform/

BEST OF OUR RADIO PROGRAMS

Every week, Annex Wealth Management hosts two radio programs that inform and educate listeners. Here are some highlights from those programs.

Know The Difference™ Minute: Reconsidering Artificial Intelligence

Some prognosticators see massive job loss as artificial intelligence enters the workplace. Annex Wealth Management’s Dave Spano wonders if AI is more like other previous technological achievements.

Last Week’s MoneyDo: Understand What You Need To Know Before You Make Your August Payment From A 529.

Over the past few months, you’ve heard us discuss Wisconsins Edvest program. If you’re using in EdVest or a different 529 plan, now’s the time to understand what you should know or consider how to make a payment from your 529 plan.

The Gifting Rule: 529 Plans

Should you make one large contribution to a 529 plan or pay into it in increments? Annex Wealth Management’s Mark Oswald and Dave Spano give insight on what may work, and some of the existing gifting rules about contributions.

Investment Advisors vs. Comprehensive Wealth Managers

Who gives you advice on your retirement savings? Know the Difference. Annex Wealth Management’s Mark Oswald describes why comprehensive wealth managers will likely have a different outlook than an investment advisor.

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