How Lower Interest Rates Could Impact Your Money

The Federal Reserve recently announced their decision to lower interest rates, marking a significant shift in monetary policy. This change could have far-reaching implications—namely to your retirement finances if you rely on interest-earning accounts like money market accounts, CDs, and savings accounts.[1] The Impact on Interest-Earning Accounts Interest-earning accounts, known for their stability and, of ...

2024-09-30T15:39:14+00:00September 30th, 2024|Blog, Federal Reserve, Investing|

The Great Wealth Transfer: Why Generation X is Set to Inherit Big

As the baby boomer generation ages and begins to pass down their fortunes, a significant shift in wealth distribution is on the horizon. While millennials and members of Generation Z often capture headlines regarding inheritances, it is Generation X that stands to benefit the most in the near term. According to a recent study by ...

2024-09-23T17:24:22+00:00September 23rd, 2024|Blog, Financial Planning|

4 Reasons Your Retirement Needs a Healthcare Strategy

As you approach retirement, it’s easy to focus on financial planning, travel dreams, and leisure activities. However, one critical aspect that often gets overlooked is healthcare. A well-thought-out healthcare strategy can help to ensure you thrive in your retirement years without the burden of unexpected medical expenses or health-related issues. Here are four compelling reasons ...

2024-09-16T14:58:28+00:00September 16th, 2024|Blog, Healthcare|

The Fed Speaks, Earnings Release, and the Market Drops… But Your Retirement Finances Shouldn’t Care

In recent months, the financial landscape has been marked by unpredictability. The Federal Reserve's recent announcement to maintain interest rates at their current levels has left many investors on edge. While the Fed has signaled a cautious approach, it has not ruled out the possibility of economic struggles ahead, indicating a readiness to lower interest ...

2024-09-09T15:08:38+00:00September 9th, 2024|Blog, Economy, Federal Reserve, Investing, Retirement Income Planning|

10 Actions That Help You Pursue Financial Wellness

Establishing financial wellness is a personal, ever-changing state of being that enables one to exercise choice while feeling in control of finances. The individual determines financial wellness, which often includes working toward financial goals by completing specific actions. Some actions are time-sensitive, but others can occur anytime throughout the year. Here are ten actions that ...

2024-09-03T15:41:45+00:00September 3rd, 2024|Blog, Financial Insights, Financial Planning|

Retirement Readiness for Generation X: Overcoming the “Sandwich Generation” Squeeze

As a financial advisor, I've had the privilege of working with many clients from Generation X—the often-overlooked cohort born between 1965 and 1980. And I can say with certainty that this generation is facing some unique challenges when it comes to preparing for retirement. Nearly half of Gen Xers, a staggering 48%, say they won't ...

2024-08-26T15:28:43+00:00August 26th, 2024|Blog, Retirement Planning|

Covering New Tax Proposals From the “Project 2025” Agenda

Project 2025, a policy blueprint developed by the Heritage Foundation, has stirred significant attention due to its controversial tax proposals. This 900-page mandate from the conservative think tank outlines profound changes that could fundamentally alter the federal government, including the tax system. Here's what you need to know about Project 2025 and its potential impact ...

2024-08-19T18:11:59+00:00August 19th, 2024|Blog, Government, Taxes & Tax Planning|

Tax Strategies: How to Lower Your Tax Bill in Retirement

Given the constantly fluctuating economic climate, developing strategic planning methods to ensure a comfortable retirement has become more critical than ever. One such strategy to complement this is tax planning. Effective tax planning before and during retirement can enhance the longevity of your retirement savings by lowering your tax bill. Here are six tax-reducing strategies ...

2024-08-12T15:53:02+00:00August 12th, 2024|Blog, Taxes & Tax Planning|

3 Important Concepts to Understand for Your Retirement

Planning for retirement involves more than just setting aside money in a retirement account. It's a complex process that requires familiarity with various financial concepts and terms. To enhance your retirement planning strategy, it's essential to acquaint yourself with some key terms. Here are three important concepts that you should be aware of: RMD (Required ...

2024-08-05T15:06:21+00:00August 5th, 2024|Blog, Financial Planning, Retirement Planning|

Legacy Planning and What It Involves

Legacy planning is a comprehensive process that covers traditional estate planning activities such as trusts and asset distribution and includes broader considerations, such as how a person wants to be remembered. Through legacy planning, individuals consider the values they wish to pass on and the impact they want to make on their family and community, ...

2024-07-29T06:18:31+00:00July 29th, 2024|Blog, Estate & Legacy Planning|
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