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Why and When Should I Review My Retirement Contributions?
If you would like to stay on track toward reaching your retirement goals, reviewing your contributions regularly, and making changes that align with your current circumstances and vision for the future is the best way.
How to Save for Retirement When You are Self-Employed
Saving for retirement can be difficult, especially when you are self-employed. Fortunately, there are several plans you can take advantage of and ways to invest your money to help you save for the retirement you dream of.
Living Your Best Retirement
Everyone’s vision of life after retirement is different. But it is important to properly plan, save, and invest for the kind of retirement you desire.
Unique Issues Women Face When Planning for Retirement
While women are earning more than ever in recent decades, they still face many unique financial challenges that must be taken into consideration when planning for retirement.
The SECURE Act
At the end of December 2019, Congress passed a funding resolution for the government which averted a shutdown. The intentions of this law are generally noble--to help more employees fund their senior years with workplace retirement plans which allow participants to save more money than they would through a typical IRA alone. But it also provides some significant changes which individuals and planners alike are going to have to wade through in the coming years.
When Should You Retire?
Although it is important to understand your Social Security retirement benefits, you’ll need to keep in mind that just because you have reached your full retirement age, doesn’t mean you should necessarily retire.
Strategies for Retirement Account Distributions
When the time comes for you to begin taking required minimum distributions (RMDs) from your retirement accounts, there are strategies you can employ to be sure the numbers work in your favor.
9 Common Questions About Social Security Benefits Answered
Knowing the answers to these nine common questions about Social Security benefits can help you avoid costly mistakes.