TAX STRATEGIES FOR RETIREMENT: BUCKETS CREATE TAX CHOICES Federal Appeals Court Judge Billings Learned Hand was a judge and judicial philosopher who aptly proclaimed, "There are two systems of taxation…
TAKE THE CHECKLIST CHALLENGE If something’s worth doing, it’s worth doing right. We believe there’s a particular time of life this phrase couldn’t be more appropriate – retirement! But how…
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STRATEGIES TO OPTIMIZE YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFITS Social Security benefits are an important piece of your retirement puzzle, and deciding when to start taking Social Security payments depends on a…
6 STEPS TO DETERMINE YOUR RETIREMENT READINESS Much of the confusion of retirement planning has to do with folks not understanding that it's more than simply saving. Good planning involves…
Could Inflation Affect Your Retirement Plans? Retirees are often aware of the detrimental effects of inflation on their retirement savings. As the cost of goods rises, the value and buying…
RISK MANAGEMENT: ASSET ALLOCATION Whether your retirement is years away or right around the corner, your investment portfolio should be designed with your financial goals in mind. It needs to…
WHAT TO DO IN A DOWN MARKET? "History provides a crucial insight regarding market crises: They are inevitable, painful and ultimately surmountable." ~Shelby M.C. Davis, founder and former mutual fund…
TOP FINANCIAL FEARS THAT AFFECT WOMEN Financial fears can paralyze anyone from making a decision about money, but for many women, money matters are particularly terrifying. In fact, according to…
THE VALUE OF AN OBJECTIVE OPINION Have you ever lost sleep over your finances? If so, you aren’t alone. With market volatility, an uncertain economy, life challenges, and just day-to-day…