Retirement Planning Cannot Be Linear
Wealth Management
APRIL 9, 2024
Adopting an adaptive approach to retirement planning acknowledges the dynamic nature of spending patterns and emphasizes flexibility in financial strategies.
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Your Retirement Planning Starter Pack
Carson Wealth
MARCH 7, 2024
By Jake Anderson, CFP ® , Wealth Planner When helping clients begin retirement planning, the same questions often arise: What should my retirement plan look like? Your lifestyle, goals, family situation, and risk tolerance will give a unique signature to your retirement plan. How much should I be saving?
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Small Business Retirement Plans – SEP-IRA vs. Solo 401(k)
The Chicago Financial Planner
NOVEMBER 27, 2022
One of the best tax deductions for a small business owner is funding a retirement plan. Beyond any tax deduction you are saving for your own retirement. You deserve a comfortable retirement. If you don’t plan for your own retirement who will? You need to start a retirement plan today.
6 Signs It’s Time to Ditch DIY Retirement Planning
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.
Retirement Planning: What Will Work Best for You?
Your Richest Life
APRIL 15, 2024
Do you have a plan in place for your retirement? For many people, the extent of their retirement planning includes signing up for the plan at work – which is often more of a starting point than a comprehensive retirement plan. You can use multiple accounts to help boost your savings.
Advisors Are Afraid of Retirement Plans. They Shouldn’t Be
Wealth Management
MARCH 19, 2024
The key is finding the right firm that will enhance an advisor’s ability to work with retirement plans in an efficient and scalable manner.
The 5 Pillars of Retirement Planning You Should Be Aware of
WiserAdvisor
MARCH 13, 2024
Within this framework, the concept of the five pillars of retirement planning emerges as a valuable strategy. These pillars provide a comprehensive framework for building a resilient and sustainable plan. Pillar 4: Estate planning Estate planning is often overlooked and deferred as an end-of-life task.
Realistic Retirement Planning
The Better Letter
APRIL 6, 2023
Realistic Retirement Planning My children have consistently (and kindly) remarked about how grateful they are to have been able to graduate (with honors) from fine universities without any debt. Our retirement planning took a hit to do so. Much retirement planning advice focuses on saving more and saving earlier.
Retirement Planning Tips for Women
Talon Wealth
OCTOBER 26, 2023
Retirement planning is a critical part of financial security that many women still overlook. However, remember that as a woman, you have a longer life expectancy than a man, which means retirement planning is even more important. Retirement planning is an important part of financial security for women.
Retirement Planning Tips for Couples
Talon Wealth
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Retirement planning can be a difficult and confusing process for couples. By focusing on a few key areas, setting financial goals, and doing your research, you can find ways to enjoy retirement together. Set Financial Goals In retirement, educate yourself on your financial situation and investment strategy.
Retirement Plan Horror Stories, Ep #202
Financial Symmetry
OCTOBER 30, 2023
There’s so much we can overlook with retirement plans. On this special Halloween-themed episode we’re sharing some retirement plan horror stories to avoid in your own wealth-building journey. Listen in to ensure that these horrors don’t ruin your retirement plans.
Your Retirement Plan and Where You Live
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. But we’ve primarily focused on the US income tax laws (the IRS) affect your plans – and there are many nuances that you need to take into account with regard to state tax laws.
4 Birthdays Crucial to Your Pre-Retirement Plan
Integrity Financial Planning
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
There are many important birthdays when it comes to retirement planning. So, as you approach your retirement, it’s crucial to have a few of these in mind as key milestones. 1] But you can begin to claim at 62 if that fits into your financial plan. 1] IRA holders can contribute $7,500 a year to their accounts. [1]
Expanding Horizons: Driving Convergence of Wealth Management and Retirement Planning
Wealth Management
OCTOBER 4, 2023
Advisors look toward holistic client-focused strategies with converging retirement planning and wealth management.
Avoid the Overweight Retirement Plan
Getting Your Financial Ducks In A Row
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
When you have the bulk of your financial assets in retirement plans, you might accidentally expose yourself to some risks that you haven’t thought about… since retirement plan assets are much more likely to be impacted by changes to legislation – as we have seen in the past. No related posts.
The Importance of Retirement Planning for Senior Citizens
WiserAdvisor
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
Retirement planning is an essential aspect of financial security, especially as one transitions from a phase of regular income to relying on savings and investments. With increased life expectancy, the modern retirement plan may need to account for not only a longer life but also for the increased expectations during this phase.
Personalization in Retirement Plans Is Paramount
Advisor Perspectives
NOVEMBER 19, 2023
Individuals are increasingly looking for more tailored investment solutions, so it makes sense for plan fiduciaries to consider a more personalized approach, according to John Kutz, National Retirement Plan Strategist. He says personalization may be the ticket to better retirement outcomes.
Social Security: The Most Important Retirement Plan Ever Created
A Wealth of Common Sense
AUGUST 4, 2023
The most popular retirement plan for people in the early-20th century and before was simple — you died. Most people simply worked until they dropped dead because a life of leisure in retirement wasn’t a thing for most people. No gold watch ceremonies when you hung it up at the office.
Advisor Innovations Podcast: Mark Miller on Rebooting a Retirement Plan
Wealth Management
FEBRUARY 16, 2023
The author of the recently published book, Retirement Reboot: Commonsense Financial Strategies for Getting Back on Track, discusses the challenges of retirement planning from both an advisor’s and client’s perspective.
Applying the Actuarial Process to Retirement Planning
Advisor Perspectives
JULY 3, 2023
I will describe the general process used by actuaries to maintain financial sustainability, to encourage advisors to employ this same process to their client’s retirement planning.
Retirement Planning Tips for Couples
Talon Wealth
OCTOBER 26, 2023
Retirement planning can be a difficult and confusing process for couples. By focusing on a few key areas, setting financial goals, and doing your research, you can find ways to enjoy retirement together. Set Financial Goals In retirement, educate yourself on your financial situation and investment strategy.
Retirement Needs Are Forcing Wealth, Retirement Plan and Benefits Advisors to Adapt
Wealth Management
JUNE 12, 2023
But most wealth, retirement plan and benefits advisors are still stuck in silos and old business models.
Putting Together the Puzzle Pieces of Retirement Planning
Integrity Financial Planning
MARCH 13, 2023
4] Conclusion As you can tell, taxes are a major part of retirement planning, and often making the right choice for your retirement involves being savvy about which tax-advantaged retirement savings vehicles to use.
Reverse Mortgage Loans: Imaginative Ways They Can Be Used in Retirement Planning
NAIFA Advisor Today
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
Here are three ways people 62 and older (working in tandem with their advisors) can incorporate reverse mortgages into sound retirement plans to potentially improve retirement outcomes.
Workplace Retirement Voice: Why Wealth Advisors Should Embrace Workplace Retirement Plans
Advisor Perspectives
SEPTEMBER 24, 2023
For many wealth advisors, workplace retirement plans are either a burden or an afterthought, according to John Kutz, National Retirement Plan Strategist at Franklin Templeton. He and his team explore why embracing these plans can benefit their practice, and their clients.
Retirement Planning for Young Investors
Validea
MARCH 14, 2023
We discuss regular and Roth IRAs and 401ks and how to decide between them, the importance of human capital, how to balance retirement saving with other priorities and a lot more. Watch on YouTube Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify The post Retirement Planning for Young Investors appeared first on Validea's Guru Investor Blog.
Modern Retirement Planning Insights from Ancient Greece
Advisor Perspectives
APRIL 15, 2024
With the interest-rate peak being the highest in 15 years, now is the opportunity to lock in near-peak lifetime income payments while avoiding future stock market losses.
Retirement Planning with Mr. Miyagi
Integrity Financial Planning
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
Why would someone not want to retire? (9:51). What if you don’t have enough money to retire? (13:59). The post Retirement Planning with Mr. Miyagi appeared first on Integrity Financial Planning, Inc. You don’t need to know everything to succeed. (4:25). Success doesn’t happen overnight. (5:38).
A Retirement Plan Nightmare
Random Roger's Retirement Planning
DECEMBER 23, 2022
We spend a lot of time here on unexpected, one-off, unbudgetable expenses that can blow up a retirement plan that doesn't have a lot of margin for error. This sort of potential sequence of expenses is an example of why retirement plan resiliency and flexibility is so important.
Are Retirement Plan Contributions Tax Deductible?
Carson Wealth
AUGUST 23, 2022
Retirement plans like 401(k)s and traditional or Roth IRAs can be an easy and effective way to save for retirement. Contributions to a traditional 401(k), IRA, and other retirements plans are usually deductible up to a limit. However, not all retirement plan contributions are tax deductible.
10 Myths that skew Retirement planning
The Financial Literates
MARCH 23, 2022
10 Myths About Retirement planning Retirement planning has gained prime importance largely due to changes in the lifestyle of people, an increase in life expectancy, the concept of nuclear families, and an urge to live independent retirement life without being financially dependent on children.
10 Myths that skew Retirement planning
The Financial Literates
MARCH 23, 2022
10 Myths About Retirement planning Retirement planning has gained prime importance largely due to changes in the lifestyle of people, an increase in life expectancy, the concept of nuclear families, and an urge to live independent retirement life without being financially dependent on children.
Retirement Planning with Monte Carlo: Inputs, Interpretation and Limitations
Validea
APRIL 24, 2023
In this episode of the Education of a Financial Planner, we take a detailed look at Monte Carlo simulation and how it is used in retirement planning. The look at the inputs that are used, how the simulation works and how to interpret the results.
What Football and Retirement Planning Have in Common
Integrity Financial Planning
NOVEMBER 2, 2022
Coach Brian is here to guide you through what you need to know when it comes to your financial plan. We compare different football analogies to retirement planning to help you understand where you’re headed and find out if you’re making the right decisions. But first, we answer some questions from the mailbag.
An Attractive Deal Awaits Small Businesses When Starting a Workplace Retirement Plan
Advisor Perspectives
JULY 7, 2023
Small business owners without workplace retirement plans now may take advantage of expanded tax credits if they establish one, according to John Kutz, National Retirement Plan Strategist at Franklin Templeton. He outlines recent regulatory and legal developments.
Modern Wealth Launches Retirement Plan Business with $1.2B Acquisition
Wealth Management
MARCH 6, 2024
Beltz Ianni & Assoc., in Rochester, N.Y., has left LPL to become the sixth firm acquired by the indie RIA since its April 2023 debut.
The Downsides of a DIY Retirement Plan
Integrity Financial Planning
MARCH 15, 2023
18:46) The post The Downsides of a DIY Retirement Plan appeared first on Integrity Financial Planning, Inc. (11:14) Bonds are more predictable but still not guaranteed. (15:47) 15:47) Mailbag: What do we do about the taxes on selling our lake house? (18:46)
Retirement Planning in your 20s, 30s and 40s
A Wealth of Common Sense
MARCH 14, 2024
This past week, I received three questions about retirement, all of which concern long-term planning at different stages of life. A reader asks: Chatting with the friends, we all seemed to be relatively close to one another in terms of cash on hand, investments in the market and current incomes.
Retirement Planning in Your Prime Earning Years
Validea
MARCH 27, 2023
We discuss the Roth vs. traditional IRA debate, the importance of avoiding lifestyle creep, how to think about how much you need for retirement, the benefits of Monte Carlo simulation and a lot more.
How much do I need to retire? Planning for Your Unique Retirement Needs
Carson Wealth
AUGUST 25, 2022
often fail to consider sequence of return, housing, longevity, health or family risks faced in retirement. Focus on Your Retirement Plan Rather Than a Magic Number. would be “How do I plan for retirement?“ Social Security is a federal retirement plan originally created under the Social Security Act of 1935.
Melted Rocks & Retirement Planning
Random Roger's Retirement Planning
AUGUST 18, 2022
These are all things to incorporate into retirement planning in case every assumption we make at 40 or 50 turns out to be wrong. The back ups rely on my preserving optionality by maintaining relationships and the ability to bend down and pick up heavy things (a good way to frame staying able bodied).
RIA Roundup: Retirement Plan Biz Brings $5.6B AUM to OneDigital Investment Advisors
Wealth Management
APRIL 14, 2023
OneDigital acquired Huntington National Bank’s 401(k) and retirement plan business this week, while Clearstead Advisors picked up local firm CLS Consulting. The Mather Group and NewEdge Wealth both announced key hires.
Struggling Female Retirement Plan Participants Looking to Plan Sponsors for Help
Nationwide Financial
JANUARY 10, 2023
Financial professionals, advisors and consultants can help plan sponsors understand how guaranteed lifetime income investment options may fit into their investment line-up. 2022 was a difficult year for many American retirement savers who watched markets drop and inflation dent their monthly budgets.
Adding More “Right Hemisphere” Thinking to the Retirement Planning Process
Steve Sanduski
APRIL 8, 2023
As I think about the nature of retirement planning, it is highly left-hemisphere focused. What’s missing from retirement planning, and financial planning in general, is the value, nuance, and context that right-hemisphere thinking brings to the table. What does all this have to do with retirement planning?
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