Planning items to consider in your 50s
If you are one of the many people who start getting serious about their finances as they reach their 50s, enjoy this guide for your next steps.
January 19, 2022
Ways to Avoid a Succession Fight
In coming years, millions of Baby Boomers — those born between 1946 and 1964 — are expected to retire in the U.S. In fact, by some estimates nearly a quarter of this country’s population will be aged 65-or-older within a few decades.
January 13, 2022
Avoid Major Retirement Regrets
A 2019 survey by Global Atlantic Financial Group, which sells annuities, asked more than 4,000 Americans, pre-retirees and retirees, about their retirement savings. Of those surveyed, 55% said they had regrets. The top three were that they: Did not save enough. Relied too much on Social Security. Did not pay down debt before retiring. However,…
December 10, 2021
Evaluate your planning during Divorce
At such an emotional time, more paperwork is probably the last thing you want on your to-do list. However, taking a few key steps is critical to your financial future.
December 9, 2021
Include Special Needs Child in Retirement Planning
As parents of children with special needs age, they should revisit the decisions they made—sometimes many years ago—regarding guardianship, beneficiarie, and other aspects of their child’s care.
November 16, 2021
What Is Income in Respect of Decedent?
When a loved one passes away, it can be an emotional experience. Unfortunately, handling the deceased’s finances can add to this stress.
November 8, 2021
Consider delaying Social Security Benefits
In a rush to file for Social Security benefits at age 62? Many people are, but slow down and do the math first – or you might regret it.
October 29, 2021
Small Business Owners need Estate Planning
Small business owners have their hands overflowing with issues, and they devote most of their time to matters related to the smooth running of the business. Having no time to think about other matters, they do not bother about estate planning for them.
October 28, 2021
Plan Carefully before withdrawing Retirement Funds
If you think saving for retirement is complicated, try figuring out how to withdraw retirement funds while minimizing taxes.
September 29, 2021
What Should Women Know about Long-Term Care?
Women face unique challenges as they age. According to the Population Reference Bureau, a Washington-based think tank, women live about seven years more than men. Living longer means planning for a longer retirement.
September 23, 2021