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Retirement readiness is more about data than feelings. Focus on the hard numbers — your savings, income and debt — to determine whether you're truly prepared.
Summary Small financial decisions can have a big impact over time. Before summer ends, take a few minutes to review your 401(k), emergency savings, beneficiary designations, and retirement plan to hel...
I've got a decent chunk saved for retirement (to the point where I'm beginning to back off on contributions a bit), but I'm still a few years out, so I have some time to make some adjustments. What ar...
As retirement approaches, you need to shift focus from simply saving money to creating a plan for reliable retirement income while also protecting your wealth.
Between Trump accounts and child-friendly investment platforms, it has become much easier for parents to invest for their children’s future.
At face-value, HSAs are for short-term medical expenses, but advisors suggest paying out of pocket to maximize HSA funds for investing and tax-free growth.
At face-value, HSAs are for short-term medical expenses, but advisors suggest paying out of pocket to maximize HSA funds for investing and tax-free growth.
Women are often more consistent retirement savers than men, according to Vanguard’s How America Saves 2026 report. They participate in 401(k) plans at higher rates and frequently save a larger percent...
When your savings are meant for the next generation, your investment timeline isn't yours anymore. Our Wealth Wise columnist explains how to adjust.
Accumulating wealth for retirement is one thing, having a solid income structure and tax plan is another. Without them, savings could quietly drain away.
Medicaid Asset Protection Trusts can help protect your savings from being drained by long-term care costs, ensuring assets remain available for your family.
I ran the KFF calculator for a couple at $84,599 vs $84,601 across nine states. The two-dollar difference ....yikes. I wanted to know what it actually costs a pre-retiree couple to land on the wrong s...
As Social Security barrels toward projected cuts, a newly launched federal savings initiative could privatize the program.
Learn how Net Unrealized Appreciation (NUA) may reduce taxes on employer stock held in a 401(k) and when this often-overlooked retirement strategy may apply.
Schedule a Free Financial Assessment with an experienced professional: https://bit.ly/YMYWassessC Joe Anderson, CFP® and Big Al Clopine, CPA spitball for three people planning for early retirement and...
Geographic Arbitrage is the most underrated risk-management tool in early retirement, and could help you shave years off your FI journey! Read more → The post Your ZIP Code Is a Bigger FIRE Lever Than...
How does your Thrift Savings Plan compare? Discover the average TSP balance by age in 2026, explore new contribution limits, and see if you are on track.
Rather than fixating on a savings goal, pre-retirees should focus on building an income strategy that accounts for actual expenses and can adapt to changes.
Here's a dispatch from the USA Today personal finance beat: Do you need to amass a specific sum of savings to retire comfortably? Northwestern Mutual now puts the retirement "magic number" at $1.46 mi...
Here's a look at how retirement savings have changed over the past fifty years, from pensions to DIY investing.
Depending on the size of your pension, you might be able to stop worrying about hitting a specific savings number and start focusing on ways to use your wealth.
Florida is the future retirement home. I’ve called Florida home for almost 50 years. I travel extensively for work and met BF six years ago. BF, future husband, lives in AZ. Plan is to sell both our r...
Financial Assessment (Meet with an experienced professional): https://bit.ly/PureFreeAssessment 11 rapid-fire spitballs today from Joe Anderson, CFP®, and Big Al Clopine, CPA, on Your Money, Your Weal...
Nearly half of unadvised workers and 20% of retirees expect to hire an advisor, according to new research. Plus, many workers erroneously think they are saving.
At both the federal and state levels, efforts are underway to give workers a retirement savings boost.
Cash balance plans are underused despite their potential to boost retirement savings and reduce tax liability for high earners. Time to give them another look.
I am 63 and married for 30 years - husband is 67 and retired from corporate 2+ years ago. We are financially sound - our FA says we are in great shape with nothing to worry about and that I can retire...
The sandwich generation risks its own retirement by supporting parents and children. Protecting savings, planning, and setting boundaries ensures long term stability.
Trump Accounts are a new type of tax-advantaged investment account designed to help children begin saving and investing early in life.
Take the time to reduce your anxiety about spending money in retirement, and you’ll feel better about spending money on things that make you happy.
Most people spend decades preparing financially for retirement. They contribute to retirement accounts, pay down debt, evaluate Social Security strategies, and work with advisors to make sure their sa...
Americans are working for more companies across their lifetime — and for far longer. That can lead to greater tax liabilities you'll need to plan for.
From emergency savings to helping your children, here's how advisors suggest ranking the financial demands competing for your money.
Schedule a free financial assessment with an experienced professional at Pure Financial Advsiors: https://purefinancial.com/lp/free-assessment/?utm_source=captivate&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=fre...
It may seem like everyone wants to sell you a whole life insurance policy. Is it worth it as a retirement savings hack?
This week in Kiplinger:https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/happy-retirement/master-the-art-of-spending-in-retirement No wonder, then, that many retirees at all levels of wealth are pulling the reins ...
Like your golden years, RMDs creep up on you quicker than you think. Planning ahead can prevent you (and your heirs) getting hit with penalties and extra taxes.
Two people can spend years saving for retirement and never once discuss what they actually want from it. A few hard conversations now can prevent trouble later.
Kids who grow up with savings accounts are more likely to learn the basics of managing and investing — and more likely to attend college.
Many people find it tough to shift from saving to tapping wealth once they stop work. Here's how to enjoy your money more — without fear of running out.
Any thoughts or advice would be appreciated. I'm 59½ years old. I've worked and saved for decades and am fortunate to be in a very strong financial position. My total portfolio is about $2.6 million, ...
You spent decades mastering your career, hobbies and savings. Now comes the hard part: learning how to be a novice all over again.
When it comes to retirement savings, Roth IRAs are among the most powerful tools for achieving tax diversification and financial flexibility. Knowing how and when to tap into your Roth IRA can make a ...
Schedule a Free Financial Assessment with an experienced professional: https://bit.ly/PureFreeAssessment Heidi from the Space Coast of Florida found a money-saving tidbit in a past episode that comple...
Wondering what to do with your 401(k) during market volatility? While market downturns can be unsettling, panic selling, stopping contributions, and taking early withdrawals often cause more damage to...
Back story: - 2015 Spouse retired at 65 and receives SS. - 2021 I retired at 64.6 and receive a monthly pension and SS. - Prior to retirement, we were able to save ~300K in cash. ~400K in 401. In 2014...
In our retirement advice column, Wealth Wise, we help a couple weigh whether to lend their son $180K for his tuition or protect their savings.
Want to spend your hard-won retirement savings but feel guilty about it? Don't. If you can answer these three questions, you have permission to splurge.
Advisors suggest multiple ways that clients can maximize the triple tax advantages of health savings accounts (HSAs) while avoiding penalties.
I've been lurking here for some time now. I'll be 68 in just a few months and for the past few years have gone on YouTube and some of the other retirement subreddits to figure out if my money would la...