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Your Business Tax Savings Might Be Doing More Harm Than Good

  • Post author:Beau Ruff
  • Post published:January 17, 2024
  • Post category:Business Owners/ Executives/Legal/Taxation

Small business owners sometimes have an enviable opportunity to save on tax. They rightfully look for every loophole to which they are entitled to save money on taxes by deducting…

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How Much Estate Tax Will I Owe (Back-of-the-Napkin Calculation)

  • Post author:Beau Ruff
  • Post published:December 19, 2023
  • Post category:Asset Protection/Estate Planning/Family/Financial Planning/Insurance/Legal/Taxation

Washington state has published its estate tax threshold for 2024. Spoiler alert: it hasn’t changed from 2023. When learning about the estate tax, people generally want to understand how to…

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Washington Capital Gains Tax is Here to Stay

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  • Post published:May 19, 2023
  • Post category:Business Owners/ Executives/Charities/Investing/Legal/Taxation

On March 24, 2023, the Washington State Supreme Court released its long-awaited opinion upholding the constitutionality of the new Washington Capital Gains Tax in Quinn v. State of Washington.  Accordingly,…

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Marina Reilly

Client Services Assistant

Marina joined the Pullman team in 2024, bringing a background in financial planning and a strong focus on client support. In her role, she assists advisors with building financial plans, preparing for client meetings, and supporting clients both in person and over the phone.

Education: Marina earned her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a focus in Economics from Whitworth University and her master’s degree in Personal Financial Planning from Texas Tech University.

Interests: Outside of work, Marina enjoys spending time with her dog, Dolly, going on long walks, and exploring local trails. She also loves cooking, visiting coffee shops, and exploring museums and historical sites.

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Tami Barke

Pullman Team Lead

Tami has been leading the Pullman team since 2022, bringing strong experience in team management and organizational leadership. In her role, she oversees client services and operations, supports advisors and team members, and helps ensure the practice runs smoothly while fostering a positive, collaborative environment.

Education: Tami earned her bachelor’s degree in Political Science–International Relations from Western Washington University and her master’s degree in Organizational Leadership from Gonzaga University.

Interests: Outside of work, Tami enjoys spending time with her husband, Steve, and their family. She loves coffee, being outdoors, and dogs, and enjoys connecting with college students through her campus church.

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Wanda Rederick

Client Service Specialist

Wanda became part of the Pullman team in 2018, bringing extensive experience in client care and bookkeeping. She works diligently behind the scenes to ensure our advisors are set up for success and assists clients with their paperwork needs.

Education: Wanda attended Spokane Community College, Spokane Falls Community College, as well as WSU.

Interests: Wanda enjoys spending time with her husband Bud and her family. She has twin sister, is a devoted animal lover, she shares her home with 4 cats and 12 chickens. In her free time, Wanda can be found reading, baking, traveling, gardening, kayaking, or woodworking.

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Emily Cadman

Client Services Specialist

Emily joined the Pullman team full-time in 2017 after completing an internship with the office and graduating from college. She works behind the scenes to make sure client’s needs are met with care and attention. She’s our go-to expert on Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) and annuities, providing valuable support to both clients and advisors.

Education: Emily holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, both from Washington State University.

Interests: Outside of work, Emily enjoys spending time with her husband and three kids. As a family, they enjoy spending time outside, skiing, hiking, and exploring new places.

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Jason Plemons

Wealth Advisor

Jason has been in the financial services industry since 2001, bringing experience in both banking and financial advising to the team. In his role, he focuses on financial planning and is passionate about helping clients align their financial decisions with their values through thoughtful, purpose‑driven guidance.

Education: Jason earned his bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Kansas State University.

Interests: Outside of work, Jason enjoys spending time with his wife, Anna, and their three children. He and his family love outdoor activities including bicycling, hiking, camping, and paddle boarding.

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Bill Skavdahl, AAMS®

Wealth Advisor

Bill has over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, bringing a practical and approachable perspective to the team. In his role, he helps individuals and businesses clarify their goals through financial planning and business services, including valuation and succession planning.

Education: Bill earned his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Washington State University.

Interests: Outside of work, Bill enjoys spending time with his wife, Susie, and their four sons. He is also actively involved in the Pullman community, serving as Board Treasurer for the Community Action Center.

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JEFF FEUERSTEIN, AWMA®

Wealth Advisor

Jeff has been in the financial industry for nearly four decades, bringing experience and thoughtful guidance to the team. In his role as a financial advisor, he provides comprehensive financial planning and investment management, helping clients make confident decisions and reach long‑term goals.

Education: Jeff earned his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Washington State University and holds the Accredited Wealth Management Advisor designation.

Interests: Outside of work, Jeff enjoys spending time with his wife, Angie, their children, and grandchildren. He loves being outdoors, especially biking, water skiing, and traveling, and stays involved in the Pullman community through mentoring and local charitable efforts.

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Cameron Burch, AIF®

Wealth Advisor, Trader

Cameron has been in the finance industry since 2008 and an advisor since 2012, and is dedicated to working with individuals, families, and small business owners to help them pursue financial freedom through individualized financial planning. As a trader, he supports the team with investment analysis, portfolio construction, and the processing of trades and money transactions for our clients. Cameron also enjoys connecting with our Spanish-speaking clients, ensuring they receive the same high level of service. 

Education: Cameron earned his Bachelor of Science in Economics from the University of Utah in 2008 and worked in the banking field until he became a licensed financial advisor in 2012.  

Interests: Cameron was born and raised in the Tri-Cities. He is married to Jamie, and they have four wonderful children, Evelyn, Cassidy, Caleb, and Clara. Cameron is an active member in his community and his church. He enjoys being outdoors as much as possible with his kids, whether he is skiing, mountain biking, taking pictures with his drone, or motorcycle camping.

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