Category Archives: Retirement Planning

How Is Your Retirement Income Taxed?

The primary difference between our working and retired years is not how our sources of income are taxed, but the “sources” of income themselves. Continue reading

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Does the 401(k) “Suck?”

Unlike Social Security and traditional defined-benefit pension plans, the 401(k) allows you to take control and responsibility over your own financial destiny. Continue reading

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Four Key Questions For Your Retirement Plan

The retirement planning process doesn’t have to be an overwhelming endeavor if you focus on these four questions. Continue reading

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The Journey to Retirement Begins With Self-Discovery

I figured why wait until retirement to accomplish my so-called bucket list and created a 40 x 40 list of things to do by the time I reach my 40th birthday in just under two years. Continue reading

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When to Retire? How About 40?

How many people do you know that earn $50k a year and can still retire in their 40s? Continue reading

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What Happens When You Inherit an IRA?

When a loved one passes away, there is often an overwhelming list of things to do and inheriting assets may become a stressful experience. Here are some important steps to take if you inherit an IRA or simply want to make sure your loved ones aren’t hit with a tax surprise. Continue reading

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How Much Do You Really Need to Retire?

Tweet I recently answered a question from a blog reader and received the following message: “Thanks VERY much! In the past few years, I have paid $500 to two separate financial planners to get this kind of advice, to no … Continue reading

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7 Retirement Planning Blog Posts That Can Help You Retire on Time

Tweet Almost three years ago, we launched this financial wellness blog and I was pleased to be one of the financial planners chosen to share bits of wisdom and personal finance tips with you. Since then, I’ve written on everything … Continue reading

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5 Potential Changes That Could Affect Your Retirement

Think about how these potential changes can affect your retirement. Continue reading

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Three Common Retirement Questions You Need To Ask

If you want to be able to retire, get your ducks in a row. Continue reading

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