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Fraud Prevention: Ways to help protect yourself and your finances

By GRA News Blog | October 1, 2024

Fraud affects everyone, regardless of age or income. Learn about common scams like phishing and identity theft, and discover ways to help protect yourself and…

How to save for retirement when you’re in your 30s

By GRA News Blog | September 30, 2024

Entering your 30s brings increased responsibilities, from purchasing your first home to expanding your family. With the addition of marriage, a mortgage, and the costs…

How to Plan for a Potential Inheritance

By GRA News Blog | September 27, 2024

Prepare for the inheritance wave! Millennials and Gen Xers are set to inherit an astonishing $84.4 trillion between 2021 and 2045, as baby boomers pass…

I’m a Financial Advisor: Here Are 9 Retirement Planning Tips for Freelancers

By GRA News Blog | September 16, 2024

Freelancers face distinct challenges in retirement planning, lacking traditional employer benefits like sponsored retirement accounts and HR support. With fluctuating incomes, saving consistently for retirement…

Women need different financial plans – Here are 4 key steps to take

By GRA News Blog | September 10, 2024

Women face unique financial challenges, from the gender pay gap to career interruptions for caregiving, which can impact retirement savings and Social Security benefits. However,…

What taxes are due on a Roth IRA conversion?

By GRA News Blog | August 19, 2024

Retirement account do-overs are a rarity, but transitioning from a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA is feasible. Be mindful of taxes, as the allure…

‘It’s costing American workers real money’: Only 10% say they will wait until 70 to claim the maximum Social Security benefit — here are 5 reasons to wait

By GRA News Blog | August 12, 2024

While retirement experts advocate waiting until age 70 to initiate Social Security benefits, a mere 10% of non-retired workers plan to heed this advice, as…

IRS Tax Move Will Save Money For Millions of Americans — Check if You’re Eligible

By GRA News Blog | August 9, 2024

The IRS is introducing the Direct File pilot program, a new initiative allowing Americans to file their tax returns for free without relying on third-party…

Pros and Cons of Waiting Until 70 to Claim Social Security

By GRA News Blog | July 2, 2024

Americans have an eight-year window to claim Social Security benefits, starting at age 62 and ending at 70. Deciding when to claim involves weighing the…

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink wants to solve the retirement crisis and has an important message for aspiring retirees

By GRA News Blog | July 1, 2024

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink, like Warren Buffett, offers valuable financial wisdom. In his 2024 letter to shareholders, Fink shared a personal story about managing his…

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