Retirement planning is the process of determining how much you will need to save and invest in order to have enough money to live on during retirement. It involves setting goals, analyzing your current financial situation, and making a plan to help you reach your retirement goals.
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One of the basic tenets of the Actuarial Approach recommended in this website is to fund the present value of expected essential expenses in retirement with non-risky assets/investments like: Social S...
Tom Hawkins says this silent subset of participants presents unique challenges that require…...
Trump's budget-reconciliation package could change 529 plan rules as early as this summer. What does that mean for you?...
Don't be scared about running out of money, be prepared. This financial professional explains how you can help take control of three critical retirement risk factors with a little planning....
Losing your partner often means losing 30% to 50% of your household income. This financial adviser emphasizes that planning ahead and understanding the rules surrounding survivor benefits can help....
I’m 57 planning to retire at 62. I earn over $100,000 a year working one day a week on the business. I work another day or two doing maintenance around the building. At 62 I plan to shift to mai...
Artificial intelligence has its place in retirement planning — but only as a tool. It falls short in several key areas that require a human touch....
? Show Notes In this episode, we wrap up our series on Process Over Panic by focusing on what truly deserves your attention in retirement planning. Plans change, life surprises us, and retirement is u...
Trump's tax plan could mean a higher deduction but reduced health care benefits for older Americans....
Solo agers (and all older adults) can avoid crisis decision making about housing by planning early for supportive, community-based living....
Most people think they need money, skills, or some online course to start making extra income. That’s false. You don’t need a business plan, a fancy degree, or a TikTok following. You need...
A chief wealth strategist makes some suggestions about how to better position yourself financially while coping with economic uncertainty....
Collaboration with Wayne-Sanderson Farms creates Group of Plans retirement program tailored…...
The Auto Reenroll Act would allow plan sponsors to reenroll non-participants into their…...
The potential for tax-free growth makes Roth IRAs an attractive option for younger savers who have decades to maximize investments....
A financial planner explores how your expectations for retirement can greatly differ from reality — and how you can plan for that....
In the final installment of our 3-part estate planning series, we dive into one of the most overlooked—but critically important—aspects of planning: protecting your heirs’ inheritanc...
Retirement should be a time of exploration, expansion and delight. So if you've done your planning well, enjoy these four retirement perks....
Planning on buying a boat in retirement? Think of it as a hole in the water you dump money into, says one expert. But it's not all bad....
A new Alzheimer’s blood test reveals how predictive health data could reshape the future of retirement planning, longevity preparedness, and financial decisions....
Adaptive financial planning isn’t just about reacting but proactively preparing for a range of possibilities that could lead to an increasing range of positive outcomes....
Find great Right Capital alternatives. Explore Boldin vs. Right Capital and dozens of other financial planning software options. The post Right Capital Alternatives: RightCapital vs. Boldin and Other ...
Many people don't like thinking about long-term care, but most people will need it. This financial professional recommends planning for these costs as early as possible to avoid stress later....
It is not too late! Meet the Thompsons (retired now) and see how they started saving for retirement at 55. Plus, seven steps to get you to retirement in your early sixties (or before)! The post Real L...
Worried you aren't doing everything you should be to manage your money. Financial planning is hard. Learn why and how to overcome the difficulties. The post Challenges of Financial Planning: 8 Reasons...
A new Morningstar study found that long-term care costs can dramatically impact retirement plans, with 41% of households projected to run out of money when such expenses are incurred....
The bipartisan Helping Young Americans Save for Retirement Act would lower the minimum age for participants in workplace retirement plans from 21 to 18....
The Rule of 240 Paychecks can help you plan for a lifetime of withdrawals. Because, like any good boss, you need to pay yourself wisely....
This estate planning attorney explains why proper asset titling and beneficiary designations make a big difference when it's time to transfer your wealth....
401(k) plans have gotten an upgrade over the years. Here's a look at what your plan may offer....
If you're planning to retire in 2025, and you have questions or some concerns with the current economic environment . . . you may want to listen in on our conversation as we discuss different aspects ...
Nervous about investing in a 529 plan? If college doesn't pan out, the money can now be rolled over into a Roth IRA, which will grow tax-free until retirement....
The latest news from Pontera, OneDigital, SageView, and Edelman Financial Engines...
Thirty-eight percent of parents providing financial support to their adult children say it…...
On this episode of \"Tax Breaks”, Kelly Phillips Erb talks retirement. She dives into retirement planning, highlighted by Forbes' list of the Best Places To Retire and considerations for Social ...
President Trump’s executive order aimed at lowering the prices of prescription drugs in the US is unlikely to reduce them very much at all....
Unlike tariffs, taxes are an area where investors do have control to improve their financial lives....
In this episode, we shine the light on common estate planning mistakes that can derail even the best intentions. We discuss the risks of failing to update beneficiary designations and why relying sole...
An estate plan that covers everything from guardianship to digital assets and taxes — and is discussed openly — will give you and your family peace of mind....
Congress has just proposed a $15 million permanent exemption for gift, estate and GST taxation. What does that mean to your planning now?...
What does it truly mean to leave a legacy? How do you tie together money, values, and memories into something lasting? Join Ryan and Tyson Thacker, the Retirement Brothers from…...
Your retirement planning needs a longevity check, according to a new study. Here's what you can do....
You’ll feel better if you address a top source of stress for pre-retirees and retirees—worry about your finances....
This financial professional's mom helped him learn that financial security is more than making money — it's about cultivating a mindset that will help you stick to an investment plan even when t...
Among the ideas on the table: Simplifying the benefit structure and switching from a cash benefit to one that reimburses people for their out-of-pocket expenses....
The 'Rule of Four Futures' plans for the retirement you expect — and the ones you don’t. Because 'you don't get to choose the curveballs life throws you.'...
Social Security beneficiaries may welcome the withholding rate reduction, but financial advisors say the back-and-forth policy changes threaten to erode public confidence in the agency....
Spouse and I are covered under my prior employer’s plan under I turn 65. At that point coverage terminates and I become eligible for Medicare. However, spouse doesn’t turn 65 until 2 month...
Tens of thousands were on hand to see the billionaire announce his plans to retire. Their attention is already focusing on what is next for the conglomerate he built....
AI is playing an increasing role in retirement planning. Here’s how some financial advisers are leveraging this new technology....