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Planning for a 30-Year Retirement: Don't Outlive Your Assets

Today, we're diving into a topic that doesn’t always get the attention it deserves—how to plan for a retirement that could last up to 30 years. Many people dream of retiring early, but one big risk people often forget to consider is outliving their savings. What happens if you live longer than expected and run out of money? Let’s talk about how to avoid that scary situation.

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7 Keys to a Successful Retirement - Part 2: Planning for Income Taxes

Welcome to the second part of our seven-part series on the keys to retirement success! Last time, we discussed the importance of cash flow in retirement. Today, we’re diving into a crucial aspect of planning for retirement: managing income taxes. Taxes are a fact of life, but with the right strategy, you can reduce their impact on your retirement savings. Let’s break down how you can plan effectively to manage taxes and keep more of your hard-earned money.

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Fear and Greed are Enemies of Good Financial Decisions

When it comes to investing, emotions can be our worst enemy. Feelings of fear and greed can override rational thought and lead to poor choices. Make enough of those, and it can have a significant impact on your real-life return. As we head into the second half of the year, it’s time to hit the pause button on the noise and reflect on what really matters when it comes to stocks.

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Meet our Newest Advisors

Tyler Brautigan and Zach Seese have joined the Commonwealth team as financial advisors. Tyler is in the Wheeling office. He recently completed the requirements to earn his CFP® designation. This makes the fifth member of our team to earn the Certified Financial Planner Professional­­™ marks. Tyler is a native of the Upper Ohio Valley, is married, and has three children. Zach is a recent graduate of WVU's financial planning program. He will be in the Parkersburg office. He has served the past two summers as an intern. He is currently preparing for the CFP® exam. He is also the son of advisor, Michael Seese

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