Posts Tagged ‘retiring’
IRA Withdrawals That Escape the 10% Penalty
IRA Withdrawals That Escape the 10% Penalty The list of these options has grown. An IRA, or Individual Retirement Account, is a tax-advantaged savings account that is subject to special rules regarding contributions and withdrawals. One of the central rules of IRAs is that withdrawals prior to age 59½ are generally subject to a…
Read MoreThe Cost of Procrastination
The Cost of Procrastination Don’t let procrastination keep you from pursuing your financial goals. Some of us share a common experience. You’re driving along when a police cruiser pulls up behind you with its lights flashing. You pull over, the officer gets out, and your heart drops. “Are you aware the registration on your…
Read MoreHave You Budgeted for Retirement?
Have You Budgeted for Retirement? Creating a strategy for success. Run the numbers. There is a rule of thumb for retirees suggesting that retirement income has a target of 70-80% of the household’s end salary, though this can certainly vary. So, years before leaving work, sit down (perhaps with the financial professional you know…
Read MoreRetirement and Adult Children
Retirement and Adult Children Supporting family can put a crimp in your strategy. Families are one of the great joys in life, and part of the love you show to your family is making sure that their basic needs are met. While that’s only to be expected from birth through the high school…
Read MoreIs Your Company’s 401(k) Plan as Good as It Could Be?
Is Your Company’s 401(k) Plan as Good as It Could Be? Two recent court rulings may make you want to double-check. How often do retirement plan sponsors check up on 401(k)s? Some small businesses may not be prepared to benchmark processes and continuously look for and reject unacceptable investments. Do you have high-quality…
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