What Planning Should I Do in My 50s?
If you are one of the many people who start getting serious about their finances as they reach their 50s, enjoy this guide for your next steps.
Estate Planning Brings Peace of Mind
Estate planning is a key piece of a comprehensive retirement plan.
Relieve Regret About Retirement Savings
A 2019 survey by Global Atlantic Financial Group, which sells annuities, asked more than 4,000 Americans, pre-retirees and retirees, about their retirement savings. Of those surveyed, 55% said they had regrets. The top three were that they: Did not save enough. Relied too much on Social Security. Did not pay down debt before retiring. However,…
What Do I Do with Estate Plan after Divorce?
Major changes in your life—such as marriage, having a baby, moving out of state, or divorce—should prompt a revisit to your current will. It is important to revise your will at these times, in order to ensure that your estate planning is up to date.
How Can I Pass Wealth to My Children and Grandchildren?
Inherited assets come with benefits, along with some burdens
Is a Rollover IRA a Good Idea?
With Covid-triggered changes in the economy and more people taking early retirement or changing jobs, there has been a surge in rollovers from 401(k)s to individual retirement accounts.
What Kind of Trust Is Right for You?
Estate planning is a crucial part of any holistic financial plan, and financial advisors often work with estate planning attorneys for guidance in this area.
Worst Ways to Withdraw Funds from Retirement Accounts
Withdrawing from your retirement accounts in the wrong order could cost hundreds of thousands of dollars in retirement income.
What is not Covered by a Will?
While a will is one of the most important estate planning documents you can have, there are things that a will won’t cover.
How Does an Inherited IRA or 401(k) Work?
So, you inherited a retirement account. Before you make any decisions on when and how to access the money, it’s worth familiarizing yourself with the rules that apply to different beneficiaries.
