For retirees, dependable income that doesn’t drain their portfolios sounds like a dream come true, especially during market volatility. But unless clients have a pension, and fewer and ...
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For retirement savers, adding a beneficiary to your 401(k) plan should be a top priority. A 401(k) plan beneficiary is the person or entity, such as a charity or ...
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Understanding Long-Term Care Options and Costs for Seniors As Americans live longer, the need for long-term care (LTC) continues to rise. Research tells us that 70% of seniors ...
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We all know the current headlines about the stock market, but did you know there are ways to exercise caution with how much you’re invested in the stock ...
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A recent report on retirement savings says a comfortable retirement will take the average American $1.3 million in savings to achieve – nearly $200,000 less than the previous ...
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If ever you want to clear out a room, start a conversation about reverse mortgages. You’ll have the hors d’oeuvres and then some to yourself. But folks shouldn’t ...
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After the stock market plunged Thursday and Friday following President Trump’s newest announced tariffs, many Americans are seeing their retirement savings, particularly in 401(k) plans, take a hit. ...
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The financial future of the more than 70 million Americans who receive Social Security benefits is slightly more secure than anticipated: The trust fund reserves used to pay beneficiaries are ...
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If you’re retired, what should you do about recent gyrations in the stock market? During 2024, the S&P 500 gained 25% when you include the return from dividends. ...
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Once you turn 50, and especially after age 65, you may qualify for extra tax breaks. Older people get a bigger standard deduction, and they can earn more ...
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