Ways To Lessen Financial Stress in Retirement: Because everyone wants to gain greater peace of mind in their golden years
For many retirees, financial stability can be a challenge, especially in times of rising costs and economic uncertainty. Fortunately, there are several strategies and programs that older adults can leverage to ease financial pressures. Here’s a look at some key ways retirees can reduce financial stress and make the most of available resources. 1. Medicare…
Read MoreThinking About Naming a Trust as a Beneficiary? Know the nuances to ensure that your plan aligns with your financial goals
A critical part of estate planning is deciding how to distribute your retirement assets, such as IRAs or 401(k)s. One option is to name a trust as the beneficiary of these accounts, which can offer benefits in terms of control and protection. However, this decision also comes with potential tax implications and administrative complexities. It’s…
Read MoreTrump Econ 101: Not sure what the next four years of Trump might mean to you financially? For reference, try the four years beginning in 2017 through January 2021.
I know for many of you there is a high degree of excitement and anticipation for the next four years of a Trump presidency. I also know that for many of you there is fear and trepidation. What I also know is that The United States is and incredibly well-designed country and our political system,…
Read MoreIndividual vs. Joint Trust: Which Do You Need? Make sure your estate plan reflects your wishes and provides protection
Creating an estate plan is a vital step in securing your financial legacy, and if you’re doing it for the first time with a spouse or partner, you’ll quickly face an important decision: Should you set up a Joint Revocable Trust or create separate Individual Revocable Trusts? Understanding the difference between the two can be…
Read MoreCyberAttack Risks on Defined Contribution Plans: Tips for protecting financial assets and preserving confidence in the system
It is not just about protecting financial assets; it’s about preserving the confidence in a system that In the landscape of modern financial security, defined contribution plans stand as fortresses safeguarding the future of the workforce. The towering $10.2 trillion in assets within these plans is a testament to the collective effort of countless individuals…
Read MoreDOL Confirms Cybersecurity Guidance Application: Tips for retirement and health and welfare plan fiduciaries to stay vigilant
On Friday, September 6, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) confirmed that its 2021 cybersecurity guidance extends to all employee benefit plans, including health and welfare plans. This clarification, issued through a Compliance Assistance Release, underscores the importance of robust cybersecurity practices across all sectors of employee benefits, not just retirement plans. The retirement…
Read MoreThe Proposed “Tax Hike” on Middle Class Retiree Homeowners That No One Is Talking About.
By now you’ve probably heard quite a bit about the different economic proposals from the presidential candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. While the left and right media continue to beat up each other’s proposals and even to a large extent lie about how the presidential candidates’ proposals will affect you economically, there is one…
Read MoreFall Season: 5 Steps to a Secure Financial Future Take action and position yourself for a financially healthy winter and beyond
As the days grow shorter and the temperatures cooler, we are officially in the fall season—a time often associated with preparation, change, and reflection. Just as we prepare our homes for colder weather or harvest the final fruits of summer labor, fall is an ideal time to evaluate and prepare your financial future. Here are…
Read MoreIn an Era of Fakes, How to Know When Someone Online Is Real
You’re on Facebook, LinkedIn or X and get a message. Maybe it’s from a stranger in your industry, maybe someone from your hometown claiming to know you from way back when. The person wants to reconnect or get your advice. This could all be wonderful. Or it could be the start of a scam. Unfortunately, security…
Read MoreFamous Estate Planning Blunders
By Elaine Floyd, CFP ® Celebrities have enough money to hire the best estate planning lawyers. You would think celebrities, of all people, should have ironclad estate plans that keep their affairs private, leave money and possessions to the people they love and the charities they care about, and take advantage of legal ways to avoid…
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