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Don’t Let Social Security Steer You Wrong
Few retirement decisions are as critical, or as easy to get wrong, as when and how to take your Social Security benefits. The rules can be so convolut… By Liz Weston September…
Read More5 things people get wrong about IRAs: Bankruptcy protection limits, inheritances and more
IRAs have been around since 1974. And yet after nearly 50 years, there’s plenty that the 47.9 million households that use IRAs to save for retirement still get wrong about these retirement accounts.…
Read MoreWant a happy retirement? Here’s what experts say you need to do
Everyone wants to be happy in retirement. So what will it take to get there? It’s not just saving money, although that is key, according to certified financial planner Wes Moss,…
Read MorePlanning for retirement is hard, but you can do it, one step at a time
Get a grip on expenses and plan for a long life Retiring seems like an overwhelming prospect — because it is. You’re trying to save up enough money to last…
Read More3 Drawbacks of Using Only a 401(k) for Retirement
Key Points You are paying fees in your 401(k), and those fees are reducing your investment returns. Some 401(k)s have great investment menus, and others do not. 401(k)s have early…
Read MoreShould You Sign Up for Social Security at 65?
You may want to claim benefits at 65, but here’s how to know if that’s the right choice. Key Points Many retirees rely heavily on Social Security. Seniors can claim…
Read MoreTax Planning Opportunities You Might Not Be Aware Of
To save on taxes over all your years, not just right now, try these four different strategies. Tax planning is not just an opportunity to reduce your tax bill; it…
Read MorePODCAST 74: Are You Sure You Want to Be an Executor?
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