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Roth IRA conversion: 7 things to know

By GRA News Blog | June 6, 2022

Roth IRAs have benefits like tax-free growth potential and tax-free withdrawals in retirement, but is a Roth IRA right for you? Fidelity lists 7 things…

Retiring soon with a pension? Here’s how rising interest rates can affect your lump-sum benefits

By GRA News Blog | June 3, 2022

Retirees who are due a pension always have a big decision – lump sum or income. If you’re leaning towards the lump sum, you may…

3 Reasons You’ll Be Thankful You Used a Roth IRA

By GRA News Blog | June 3, 2022

Each retirement account is different and comes with its own perks. A commonly used account is a Roth IRA. In this article, The Motley Fool…

3 Reasons You Could Come to Regret Your Early Social Security Claim

By GRA News Blog | June 2, 2022

Full retirement age (FRA) for Social Security is between 66 and four months and 67 years old. However, some retirees don’t want until FRA and…

Wednesday Q&A: Should Venmo Be on Your Tax Returns?

By GRA News Blog | June 1, 2022

Should Venmo Be on Your Tax Returns? Taxes are already complicated enough, but do you need to worry about Venmo or other money-transferring platforms? In…

Warren Buffett, Jack Bogle and financial planners agree: When stocks are down, ‘don’t watch the market closely’

By GRA News Blog | May 31, 2022

If you’re an investor worrying about what to do in a tumultuous market, you’re not alone. According to this CNBC article, Warren Buffet has some…

4 Financial Worries to Cross Off Your List

By GRA News Blog | May 30, 2022

When big events happen like the passing of a parent or spouse, you’re often left with grief and a new list of worries. Morningstar gives…

Wednesday Q&A: What are 3 Things You Can Do Now to Help Get a Higher Social Security Check?

By GRA News Blog | May 27, 2022

What are 3 Things You Can Do Now to Help Get a Higher Social Security Check? Are you worried about the amount of your Social…

Can I collect my own government pension and Social Security on my spouse’s record?

By GRA News Blog | May 27, 2022

This article dives into Social Security spousal benefits, survivor benefits, and the Government Pension Offset (GPO) rule.   Enjoy this complimentary download: By submitting your…

Retirement Income Shouldn’t Depend on the Market; It Should Depend on Math

By GRA News Blog | May 26, 2022

Market downturns are inevitable, but there are ways to protect yourself. In this article, Kiplinger says that your income shouldn’t depend on the ups and…

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