Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Also in industry news this week: NASAA has proposed an amendment to its broker-dealer conduct model rule that would restrict the use of the terms “advisor” and “adviser” for broker-dealers and their registered representatives who are not also investment advisers or investment adviser representatives A recent study suggests that (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

For example, if taxes were expected to rise in the future, it would be better to contribute to a Roth retirement account (which is taxed on the contribution, but not upon withdrawal) than to a traditional pre-tax account (which is tax-deductible today but is taxable on withdrawal). Read More.

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Wealth Management

OCTOBER 19, 2022

The combined business will operate under The Standard brand, and include Securian's retirement solutions employees, management, client relationships and distribution networks.

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Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 26, 2024

Because of the strict limitations on when and how the 529-to-Roth rollover can be done , it has limited usefulness as a planning tool beyond its intended purpose of giving individuals with overfunded 529 plans an opportunity to reallocate some of those funds tax-free towards their retirement savings. Read More.

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The Chicago Financial Planner

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Saving for retirement is a major undertaking for most of us. Health savings accounts (HSA) provide another vehicle to save for retirement. An HSA can serve as an additional retirement savings vehicle on top of your IRA or 401(k) to help cover healthcare and other retirement expenses. Click To Tweet.

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Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)

APRIL 1, 2025

understand the value of qualified charitable distributions (QCD). Not only does this money count toward your required minimum distribution (RMD), but the donation is made tax-free, and the funds dont count toward your total taxable income. Note: This only applies to U.S.-based

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The Big Picture

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Recall last week , we were discussing thinking about the impact of retiring Baby Boomers on the equity markets and of rising rates on housing. The demographic question touches on a big issue: $6 trillion dollars in 650,000 (401k) retirement plans held by 10s of millions of Americans.

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Carson Wealth

DECEMBER 20, 2024

You can move these large stock holdings to a DAF, get the tax break, and then use the money to make donations every year through your retirement. Donate Your Required Minimum Distributions If youre 73 or older, required minimum distributions (RMDs) are kicking in.

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Advisor Perspectives

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Research on tax-efficient retirement distribution strategies aims to sequence withdrawals from taxable, tax-deferred, and tax-exempt accounts to maximize after-tax spending.

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The Big Picture

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

It was made as an independent film because none of the studios were interested: Nobody wanted to finance it; once it was financed, no one wanted to distribute it; even after a distribution deal was inked, no one wanted to show it or review it. But it almost wasn’t made at all.

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Carson Wealth

MARCH 28, 2024

Retirement planning is a journey that generally takes decades to complete and most of us start out along the do-it-yourself path. More than likely, your first step was to enroll in an employer-provided plan such as a 401(k) or setting up an individual retirement account, also known as an IRA. Are you financially ready for retirement?

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Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 13, 2023

From there, we have several articles on retirement planning: The latest rules for 2023 Required Minimum Distributions from inherited retirement accounts. Why relying on Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS) to support the bulk of retirement income needs could be risky.

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Darrow Wealth Management

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

If you think retirement planning moves stop at retirement, think again. Although it won’t make sense in every situation, retirement can be a unique opportunity for Roth conversions for some investors. For high earners, converting an IRA to a Roth IRA while you’re still working could be the worst time of all.

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Getting Your Financial Ducks In A Row

APRIL 3, 2023

We’ve covered a lot of ground with regard to how various tax laws impact your retirement plans: pensions, IRAs, 403(b) and 401(k) plans. State Tax The big deal with state tax laws and retirement plans is that some states have special tax deals for money inside of retirement plans.

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Darrow Wealth Management

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Congress is once again poised to make sweeping changes to the retirement and tax rules in the last two weeks of the year. retirement changes. retirement changes. Raise the required minimum distribution age. In the bill, Roth 401(k) plans would also be freed of mandatory distributions starting in 2024.

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Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Also in industry news this week: Most businesses that operate in the U.S., Also in industry news this week: Most businesses that operate in the U.S., Also in industry news this week: Most businesses that operate in the U.S.,

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Darrow Wealth Management

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Mandatory withdrawals from retirement accounts begin for most taxpayers at age 72. For example, what’s the best time of year to take required minimum distributions, how to reinvest it, or if you can avoid paying tax on RMDs. It’s called a qualified charitable distribution (QCD). At least this year. Lump sum or monthly?

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Darrow Wealth Management

APRIL 21, 2025

While a Roth conversion may never make sense for some individuals, for others, early retirement years may be the best time to convert pre-tax accounts to tax-free Roth. Converting a traditional IRA to a Roth doesnt make sense unless you have cash to pay taxes without dipping into your retirement savings.

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Carson Wealth

MAY 15, 2025

Act have affected millions of Americans inheriting or leaving behind a retirement account. While required minimum distributions (RMDs) for the account owner are delayed, there is now a 10-year window for many people who inherit these accounts to take their distributions. The SECURE Act and SECURE 2.0

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Getting Your Financial Ducks In A Row

OCTOBER 17, 2022

In 1974, Congress passed the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) that, among many other provisions, provided for the implementation of the Individual Retirement Arrangement. The Education IRA was also introduced, with features similar to the Roth IRA (non-deductible but tax-free upon qualified distribution).

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MainStreet Financial Planning

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Managing cash flow in retirement is a crucial aspect of financial planning that can feel daunting after decades of receiving regular paychecks. Consider new expenses like healthcare before Medicare coverage begins and subtract any expenses that will no longer apply in retirement, such as commuting or work-related clothing.

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MainStreet Financial Planning

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Maximize Your Retirement Contributions: Enhancing your retirement savings not only secures your future but also offers immediate tax benefits. Establishing a donor-advised fund allows you to make a large charitable contribution in one year, receive the tax deduction, and distribute funds to charities over time.

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Covisum

JANUARY 9, 2023

is significant legislation signed into law on December 20, 2022, and is expected to have several impacts on retirement income planning. It contains several provisions designed to improve Americans' retirement security, including later required minimum distributions (RMDs), 529-to-Roth rollovers, and other tax planning opportunities.

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Integrity Financial Planning

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Optimizing your retirement savings takes more than just making sure your IRA isn’t at risk in this market. Know these 3 ages that can help you get the most out of your retirement accounts. At age 50, workers with certain qualified retirement plans can make annual “catch-up” contributions in addition to their normal contributions.

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Carson Wealth

AUGUST 4, 2022

When putting away for retirement, we often dream about all the things we’ll be able to do with that money – traveling, going out to eat, maybe trying new hobbies. . Of course, there are always the everyday household expenses to account for in your post-retirement budget. Ways to Start Planning Early for Retirement Health Care Costs.

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 2, 2023

These include tapping employer-provided resources for adoption support, seeking out grants from charitable organizations, or, if funds are very tight, taking out loans or taking distributions from retirement plans (as the SECURE Act created a new opportunity for parents to withdraw up to $5,000 from their IRAs or employer-sponsored plans without the (..)

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Carson Wealth

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Retirement is an exciting milestone—a time to leave behind the hustle and bustle of work and embrace a new chapter filled with more freedom and opportunities to enjoy life. Planning well in advance ensures that your retirement years will be financially secure, fulfilling, and less stressful than your working years.

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Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 23, 2022

”, a series of measures that will have significant impacts on the world of retirement planning. Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that Congress appears poised to pass “SECURE Act 2.0”,

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Integrity Financial Planning

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

After you’ve spent your whole life working, you may find that in retirement, you want to give some money to charity. But if you are living off of income streams from sources like your retirement accounts and Social Security, you may be worried about finding a way to make charity work for your financial picture.

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Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

From there, we have several articles on tax planning: How advisors can add value for their clients by managing their exposure to mutual fund capital gains distributions. A new research study suggests that delaying taxes in retirement is often not the optimal course of action.

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Nerd's Eye View

MAY 1, 2023

Rowe Price has acquired Retiree Income, the parent company of popular retirement income planning software SSAnalyzer and Income Solver, to put its resources behind developing and distributing the company’s planning tools (albeit perhaps more to its retail and employee retirement plan clients than to advisors?).

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Integrity Financial Planning

JUNE 27, 2023

However, it is a common goal for retirees to create and maintain generational wealth in retirement. Prior to your retirement years, diversifying your investment portfolio can be a good way to grow your wealth. In today’s fast-paced world, ensuring financial stability for future generations can be a daunting task.

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Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Among the several different types of retirement plans that are available to self-employed workers, solo 401(k) plans can offer the most flexibility and the ability to contribute the highest amount of tax-advantaged savings.

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eMoney Advisor

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Whether they are on the cusp of retirement or living as a retiree, this is an impactful time of transition. Navigating the Retirement Transition with “Switches” Because the transition to retirement is dynamic and requires financial, lifestyle, and social choices, clients need a full understanding of their “switches” or options.

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Integrity Financial Planning

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

One way of thinking about retirement is that it happens in phases. Phase 1: Pre-retirement (Approximately Ages 50-62) This is around the age when you will start to have a sense of what you have saved and what your expenses might look like. When you are 20 years old, it can be hard to picture what retirement might look like for you.

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Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 1, 2024

This month's edition kicks off with the news that held-away asset management platform Pontera has raised $60 million in venture capital funding as advisors increasingly seek to directly manage clients' 401(k) and other outside assets – although an ongoing investigation by Washington state regulators over whether advisors' use of Pontera violates (..)

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WiserAdvisor

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Retirement planning can be a bit complex. Given the complexity and magnitude of things necessary for a comfortable retirement, starting planning from a young age is also essential. At the age of 30, your daily expenses can significantly differ from what you would need in retirement. Ten retirement expenses to keep in mind: 1.

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