Defined Contribution Plans and IRAs: The Basics
It’s time to go back to the basics. Find answers to your most commonly asked questions on defined contribution plans and IRAs so you can make informed decisions about your retirement plan.
How Much Should I Have Saved in My 40s?
When it comes to saving for retirement, people often ask their financial advisor, “How much should I have saved in my 40s?” Let’s take a look at where you should try to be with retirement planning during your 40s.
Qualified vs. Non-Qualified – I Don’t Get It?!
If you’ve ever engaged in a conversation about retirement and you heard the terminology of qualified vs. nonqualified but you had no clue what that meant – know you’re not alone! The following is a basic explanation of the difference:
Planning for Your First Required Minimum Distribution in Retirement
Mike Valenti, CPA, CFP®, Director of Tax Planning Qualified retirement plans – such as 401(k)s, 403(b)s and IRAs – offer clear tax advantages. Traditional 401(k)s, 403(b)s, and IRAs offer a tax deferral on contributions and growth until distribution. Their Roth counterparts can provide an i …
SECURE 2.0 Act Aims to Increase Retirement Savings for Americans
By Jamie Hopkins, Managing Partner, Wealth Solutions The SECURE 2.0 Act has passed, making it the largest retirement legislation since the original Secure Act hit in the late 2019.
How Much Should I Have Saved in My 30s?
When it comes to saving for retirement, people often ask their financial advisor, “How much should I have saved in my 30s?” Let’s take a look at where you should try to be with retirement planning during your 30s.
How Much Should I Be Saving in My 20s?
Wondering when you should start saving for a home or even begin a retirement savings plan? Start saving in your 20s will and get the gift of time and compounded interest.
Your Most Common Social Security Questions Answered
Chances are good we’ve all felt a bit like Rachel on “Friends” when she peruses her first paycheck in bewilderment and says, “Who’s FICA? And why’s he taking all my money?”
Claiming Your Social Security Benefits Early: When It May Not Pay to Wait
Ryan Yamada, CFP®, Senior Wealth Planner We’ve all heard the conventional wisdom when it comes to claiming Social Security: you should wait as long as you can before claiming benefits. Wait right up to age 70, if possible. After all, that’s when you would get the greatest monthly benefit.
Which Medicare Plan Is Best for You?
Choosing the right Medicare plan is one of the most important decisions seniors are faced with. It’s also one of the most difficult. The health care system isn’t user-friendly to begin with. Stack all the Medicare options on top of that and you’ve got yourself a challenge.
How Much Do I Need to Retire? Planning for Your Unique Retirement Needs
By Craig Lemoine, Ph.D., CFP®, Director of Consumer Investment Research “How much do I need for retirement?” It’s a question I often hear, and one that seems straightforward enough to tackle. Unfortunately, the answer isn’t quite so simple.
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Medicare and Managing Health Care Costs in Retirement
Health care costs in retirement aren't going anywhere. Naturally, as our bodies get older, it costs more to keep them running. Let's look at the parts of this vital program and how it plays a part in your financial plan.
