We all face a difficult reality in our lives. At some point, either you or your spouse will pass away. This event creates an emotional wave. In addition, those feelings can be complicated by financial issues. Today we are going to talk about 5 things you need to consider when your spouse dies
AI – Artificial intelligence. It is the new frontier of technology and could revolutionize every industry. This also includes the world of personal finance. It’s intriguing, exciting, and downright scary. Today, we dig in.
If you think hiring a financial advisor is something you want to explore, what do you need to know? Unfortunately, finding an advisor who is a good fit for you can also be intimidating. Our industry has not done a good job of eliminating its problems. There are conflicts of interest. Getting a license doesn't require an advanced degree. And there are often incentives that don't always encourage good behavior. Here are 4 key questions you should ask.
A prolonged stay in a nursing home can be very expensive. For some, it could wipe out their retirement savings. Consider this, according to Morningstar, a 70-year-old couple who incur expenses for long-term care see their wealth decrease—on average—21% over nine years. As we get closer to retirement, it is something we should all be considering. Today, we tell you the statistics you should know about long-term care in 2024.
There are big problems with the financial side of Social Security. Without legislative action, projections show that in 2033, people receiving Social Security benefits would face a 23% reduction in their annual payments. For most retirees that would be a tough pill to swallow. Today, we illustrate the potential impact it could have on your income and your savings.
Today we dig into another aspect of Roth IRA’s – the multi-generational impact. Not only can the Roth improve your outcomes, it can be a significant tool for wealth transfer. In this episode, we show you the impact this can have…Spoiler alert, it CAN be significant.
Today it is Part 3 of our series taxes in retirement. In this episode we look at the planning opportunity our couple, Bill and Janet have to impact both themselves and their daughter. We dig into the potential impact of Roth IRA conversions.
The taxation of your retirement accounts is always a big concern. In part 2, we look at the tax implications of those 401k and IRA Accounts when you die.