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Should a young saver put more in his 401(k) or strike out on his own? The active vs. passive investing debate comes to retirement....
There is no reason smallish firms won’t start to sponsor them, many do, like dentist offices, because the permitted tax-qualified contributions are larger in DB than DC....
Selling bonds to buy real estate is a much easier decision to make than selling stocks to buy real estate. Real estate acts like a bond plus investment because bonds have more similarities to real est...
Just for a fun post. I am not looking for advice. What is your plan for vehicles/transit after or during retirement? Will you get new vehicle(s) right before you retire or will you continue with your ...
I’m 59. My husband is 65 and semi-retired. Pro’s: 1. I’m soooo tired, 2. I need more time to exercise and stay healthy, 3. We definitely have enough to live on, 4. I’d like to ...
For those who are taking medication for issues like depression, anxiety, or ADHD, do you plan to continue after going in to retirement? I was thinking since I seem most anxious/depressed about work, a...
This Fundrise review was completely updated on 11/06/2023. Fundrise is a Washington, D.C.-based real estate and alternative assets platform enabling non-accredited investors to invest in high-quality ...
Baby boomers tend to be viewed as one group. But thanks to the Great Recession, younger boomers have had a much harder time saving for retirement....
Growing up, Hollywood had me believing that 20s were going to be the most exciting part of my life. I’d find true love, go on a life-changing trip to Europe and start a successful career all in ...
It's never too early to start saving for retirement. Here are retirement investment basics, including different account types and portfolio management strategies....
Nearly 40 percent of Americans have delayed or skipped necessary medical care in the past year because they couldn’t afford it. How do we stack up to other developed countries? Dead last. Even t...
Ever since inflation started its upward spiral in 2021, many, if not all Australians, have felt its impact to some degree or another. Inflation has been a buzzword among Australians since 2021 when th...
A multinational that promises to relieve customers facing stressful situations refused to pay after two relatives passed away. Europ Assistance Australia recently declined to reimburse more than $6800...
Medicare Suppliment plans - where do I look for unbiased information I want to switch from insurance though a job to a Medicare Suppliment plan but I am not sure where to look for unbiased information...
In the past few years, Canada’s digital banking space has become increasingly crowded. Longstanding players like Simplii Financial and Tangerine must compete with names like EQ Bank, Motus Bank,...
Maybe you're looking for a "bolt hole" where you can get away from the rest of the world....
ESGV is one of Vanguard’s leading ESG ETF investment options. ESG, which stands for Environment, Social, and Governance, attempts to ... Read more...
I am highly motivated in retirement (I have been retired for less than a year) and am never bored. I study and exercise every day. I enjoy these activities, but also I want to prove to myself that all...
The number of 401k millionaires continues to rise. Discover their strategies, savings goals, and the path to financial security and a comfortable retirement....
We are officially approaching the last 2 months of the year which means that you should start making end of year tax planning/financial planning moves. Now you may be wondering, “what are those ...
Are you looking to invest in an S&P-indexed exchange-traded fund? VOO and SPY are two key ETFs offered today. VOO ... Read more...
The next wave of retirees will face a grim reality as they grapple with a government system that is failing them on multiple fronts. These daunting challenges include the Social Security Trust Fund ru...
One of the best ways to get a better deal on a home is by paying cash. Sellers prefer all-cash offers because there's less risk the transaction will fall through once in escrow. As a result, some sell...
American Tower and Crown Castle are two of the largest REITs in the U.S. Here's a look at both to help you decide if either potentially fit in your portfolio....
Good news for those looking to maximize their contributions to retirement accounts, IRS has announced higher contribution limits for 401(k) and Cash Balance Plans....
85 year old man lost $200K to romance scammers. He thinks he's fine, but he's impaired. What his kids did to protect him from repeating the mistakes about money....
“You do not rise to the level of your goals; you fall to the level of your systems.” James Clear I’ve been focusing on building up my systems lately and today I’ll provide you ...
Check out Jeremy’s latest podcast on retirement planning by listening on “Apple Podcasts” or “Google Podcasts” or read below for How to Financially Prepare for Family Car...
I am a single female, age 64 (65 in July). I have been working since age 14. I just got laid off from my job and even tho I was not planning to retire now, I’m thinking maybe I should. My career...
Welcome to Episode 191 of TFRS, where we shift the spotlight from amassing wealth to gaining time and choices in life. Research has shown that once our income meets our needs and allows for savings, a...
Laura Stover, RFC® is discussing the recent decision by the Federal Reserve to leave interest rates unchanged and the potential implications for retirees and investors. We will also explore the on...
Note: Winners of last week’s book contest will be announced at the end of this post A few weeks ago, we posted a reader case Can’t Work Because of Health Issues and Worried, in which our r...
Last week, we discussed more on good budgeting practices. This week, we’re going to turn the page to the world of taxes. We are going to walk through a few introductory topics on what most peopl...
We had an amazing evening hosting our annual Ambassador Event at The Grand America Hotel. We always love a chance to spend time with our clients and show them how much we appreciate them! We enjoyed v...
You may not realize it … But filing for social security could be one of the most important financial decisions in your life. Because the difference between your best and worst case scenarios&he...
As of areport in 2021, nearly 6 in 10 U.S. hospitals are nonprofit. If you’re one of the many workers ... Read more...
Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) make it easy for investors to achieve a diversified portfolio at a low cost. There are thousands of ETFs available from well-known investment firms like Blackrock or Horiz...
In several press releases over the last few months, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) touted improvements in Part D prescription drug plans....
For seniors, Social Security and Medicare are arguably two of the most prominent issues. You should not make these two important decisions on your own....
If you’re trying to find information from your prior years’ tax returns and you don’t have the old forms (who has the space to keep all that!?), you have a few options available to y...
This month, retirement planners expressed slightly higher confidence in the U.S. economy — but much more anxiety about the world....
The service issued its annual adjustments for retirement plans, with some reflecting changes in the SECURE 2.0 Act....
Thebrief’skey findings are: Households ages 62-75 have substantial earnings. The National Retirement Risk Index, which assumes all households claim Social Security – and retire – at ...
On-the-job injuries, like layoffs, are life-altering events. A worker can lose tens of thousands of dollars in earnings over many years as a result, according to a new RAND study. The researchers used...
Take these 5 simple steps to become a Roth IRA millionaire. Given enough time anyone can become a ROTH IRA Millionaire....
Freddy Adu was destined to be the next global soccer superstar. At the age of 14, he became the youngest American athlete to sign a professional contract after joining the American soccer club D.C. Un...
Will Ron and Candy in Connecticut ever be able to retire, and are Bruce and Selina in Philly saving enough to retire? That’s today on Your Money, Your Wealth® podcast 454 with Joe Anderson, ...
Reader note: I still have to finish up my happiness series. Happiness is hard. It turns out that writing about it is even harder. Stay tuned for part 3 soon. The $355 Tesla Model Y I first bought Tesl...
On my 65th birthday, my company, publicly traded company, announced (the less then stellar) Q3 results. And the downsizing. Everyone learns who is affected tomorrow. I’m likely to get a “p...
Question for retired folks: how did your first year of retirement go? What did you do right/wrong, and what would you do differently if you could relive it? My background: My retirement date is Fri No...