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Advance Auto Parts Insights Navigating the Buy Borrow Die Wealth Strategy


'Advance Auto Parts employees nearing retirement can benefit from understanding wealth-building strategies, such as the 'Buy, Borrow, Die' method, to enhance their financial planning, leveraging tax-efficient wealth transfer tools like in-service withdrawals to optimize their retirement strategies.' – Patrick Ray, a representative of The Retirement Group, a division of Wealth Enhancement Group.


'Advance Auto Parts employees nearing retirement should explore advanced wealth management strategies like the 'Buy, Borrow, Die' approach to maximize their assets and leverage tax-efficient tools, ensuring their retirement planning aligns with long-term financial goals.' – Michael Corgiat, a representative of The Retirement Group, a division of Wealth Enhancement Group.

In this article, we will discuss:

  1. How the ultra-wealthy accumulate and grow their wealth tax-efficiently through strategies like the 'Buy, Borrow, Die' method.

  2. The role of leveraging assets for borrowing and how this reduces taxable events while enabling substantial spending.

  3. Implications for Advance Auto Parts employees and how they can apply similar financial strategies to potentially improve their retirement planning.

Against the current financial landscape, Advance Auto Parts employees can learn from the strategies of the wealthiest Americans - buy, borrow, die. This creates wealth accumulation, big spending, and a tax-efficient transfer of large assets to future generations. Unlike ordinary employees who are taxed on earnings as they are made, the ultra-wealthy build most of their wealth through the appreciation of their assets - which is usually untaxed until the assets are sold.

How Wealth Grows Among the Ultra-Wealthy.

Start with asset acquisition. And the ultra-wealthy - unlike most who earn via salaries - build wealth by buying appreciated assets. It's a strategy Warren Buffett and Elon Musk have used - paying themselves little or no salary while building their fortunes by owning stock in their companies. Together the wealthiest 1% of Americans have nearly US $23 trillion in assets - an example of how rich wealth can be with smart asset management.

Now leverage those assets for loans - big spending with low taxable events - etc. Ainsi, Larry Ellison and Elon Musk have pledged their stock holdings to fund lifestyles including properties and yachts worth millions of dollars. While this is more common for the super-rich, by 2022, more than USD 1 trillion had been borrowed by the broader wealthy class.

The Effects of the 'Buy, Borrow, Die' Strategy on Estate Planning.

The final step is when the asset holder dies. The stepped-up basis tax provision means heirs can inherit assets at death without paying taxes on the appreciation that occurred during the asset holder's lifetime, which helps with outstanding debts, including any prior loans. Despite a potential 40% estate tax on large inheritances, legal strategies and trusts can ease tax burdens.

What That Means for Advance Auto Parts Employees Approaching Retirement.

Experienced Advance Auto Parts pros may find these wealth management principles useful in planning for retirement or making investment decisions. This strategy identifies key differences in tax treatment across income groups which reinforces the debate over possible reforms.

For Advance Auto Parts employees approaching retirement, the same tax-efficient wealth transfer strategy that utilizes assets may also apply to financial planning tools. For example, the Advance Auto Parts 401(k) plan allows in-service withdrawals for employees 59 1/2 and older, allows access to funds before retirement, and allows for flexible planning.

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Sources:

1. Lowrey, Annie. 'Buy, Borrow, Die.'  The Atlantic , 17 Mar. 2025, pp. 1-3.
Explores how the ultra-wealthy use this strategy to minimize taxes, offering retirees insights into wealth preservation.

2. Mitchell, Tazra. 'How Wealthy Households Use a 'Buy, Borrow, Die' Strategy to Avoid Taxes.'  DC Fiscal Policy Institute , 29 Apr. 2024, pp. 2-4.
Highlights tax advantages of the strategy, showing retirees how to manage wealth and defer taxes.

3. Hirshman, Susan. 'Leveraging Your Assets to Manage Your Wealth.'  Charles Schwab , 20 Mar. 2023, pp. 3-5.
Discusses borrowing against assets for liquidity without triggering taxes, helping retirees manage finances.

4. 'The Buy, Borrow, Die Tax Strategy Explained.'  Physicians Thrive , 15 Sept. 2023, pp. 4-6.
Explains how retirees can use this strategy to avoid capital gains taxes and transfer wealth.

5. 'Tax-Aware Borrowing.'  J.P. Morgan , 10 Oct. 2023, pp. 5-7.
Outlines tax-aware borrowing strategies that can reduce taxes and increase cash flow for retirees.

What type of retirement savings plan does Advance Auto Parts offer?

Advance Auto Parts offers a 401(k) retirement savings plan to help employees save for their future.

Can employees at Advance Auto Parts contribute to their 401(k) plan?

Yes, employees at Advance Auto Parts can contribute a portion of their salary to the 401(k) plan.

What is the maximum contribution limit for the Advance Auto Parts 401(k) plan?

The maximum contribution limit for the Advance Auto Parts 401(k) plan is determined by the IRS guidelines, which can change annually.

Does Advance Auto Parts offer any company matching contributions to the 401(k) plan?

Yes, Advance Auto Parts offers a company matching contribution to encourage employees to save for retirement.

When can employees at Advance Auto Parts enroll in the 401(k) plan?

Employees at Advance Auto Parts can typically enroll in the 401(k) plan during their initial eligibility period or during open enrollment periods.

What investment options are available in the Advance Auto Parts 401(k) plan?

The Advance Auto Parts 401(k) plan offers a variety of investment options, including mutual funds, target-date funds, and other investment vehicles.

Is there a vesting schedule for company contributions in the Advance Auto Parts 401(k) plan?

Yes, Advance Auto Parts has a vesting schedule that determines when employees fully own the company contributions made to their 401(k) accounts.

Can employees take loans against their 401(k) savings at Advance Auto Parts?

Yes, employees at Advance Auto Parts may have the option to take loans against their 401(k) savings, subject to the plan's terms.

What happens to my 401(k) savings if I leave Advance Auto Parts?

If you leave Advance Auto Parts, you can roll over your 401(k) savings into another retirement account or leave it in the Advance Auto Parts plan, depending on the plan's provisions.

How can I access my 401(k) account information at Advance Auto Parts?

Employees can access their 401(k) account information through the plan's online portal or by contacting the plan administrator.

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For more information you can reach the plan administrator for Advance Auto Parts at 2635 East Millbrook Road Raleigh, CA 27604; or by calling them at (919) 227-5466.

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