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In The Long Run, Stocks Outperform Bonds… Or Do They?

Nerd's Eye View

Every document that considers the facts around any particular asset class will invariably include that disclaimer, but constructing a portfolio consisting of a mix of equities, fixed income, and other assets requires investors and advicers to make some fundamental assumptions around long-term expected returns and correlations between assets.

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How Often Should You Check Your Retirement Account Balance?

WiserAdvisor

Overindulgence in information can lead to poor decisions, and excessive monitoring of your retirement account balance can result in stress. Checking your retirement account balance too often can have a psychological impact on you. Therefore, exploring the optimal frequency for checking your retirement account is essential.

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Market volatility shouldn’t derail retirement goals

Nationwide Financial

A market downturn at the start of retirement, hitting portfolio values when retirees begin to take account withdrawals, can be unsettling, even for seasoned investors. It’s not surprising to see many investors checking their retirement account balances more than three times per week (53% of women and 34% of men report doing this*).

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What’s The Best Thing To Do With Inherited Money?

Darrow Wealth Management

Depending on your financial situation and the type of asset you inherit, your options may differ. Inherited cash, stocks, or a brokerage account. Inheriting money or taxable investment accounts has some big benefits. Further, many beneficiaries are eligible for a step-up in basis on eligible assets. What not to do?

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How do Financial Advisors Help in the Accumulation of Retirement Income?

WiserAdvisor

For instance, they can guide you on leveraging employer-sponsored retirement plans, such as a 401(k) with employer matches, to optimize your contributions and harness the full benefits of the accounts. IRAs offer you the flexibility to contribute to your retirement savings independently, outside of employer-sponsored plans.

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Why You Should Avoid Focusing on Retirement Taxes

Talon Wealth

Focusing Too Much on Retirement Taxes Can Lead to Poor Investment Choices When your retirement planning is centered solely around managing taxes, it can lead to poor investment choices. For example, you may invest in tax-advantaged accounts, such as a traditional IRA, because it will offer the most tax benefits.

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Why You Should Avoid Focusing on Retirement Taxes

Talon Wealth

Focusing Too Much on Retirement Taxes Can Lead to Poor Investment Choices When your retirement planning is centered solely around managing taxes, it can lead to poor investment choices. For example, you may invest in tax-advantaged accounts, such as a traditional IRA, because it will offer the most tax benefits.