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How Retirees and Pre-Retirees Can Hedge Against Inflation
Today’s dollar buys far less than it did 10, 20, and 30 years ago—much like today’s dollar will not have the same purchasing power in 10, 20, and 30 years in the future, meaning that as time goes on, your money will not stretch as far as it did when you when you entered retirement.…
Read MoreInflation: What It Is and Why You Should Care
Have you ever heard your grandparent say, “I remember when a gallon of milk cost 30 cents!”? Shoot, you may even have examples from your lifetime! I remember when a gallon of gas was a little over a dollar—and I’m a millennial. There’s one big reason for these stories of “better times” when things cost…
Read MoreThinking of Selling Your Investment Property? Consider a 1031 Exchange
Summertime in Real Estate Means It’s ‘Sizzling’ Peak Season Given both the hot housing market and low mortgage rates, there has been tremendous demand for buyers looking for homes. Over the years, many of our clients have purchased real estate intending to generate passive income. What we often see is that their property has appreciated…
Read MoreWhat Is a Variable Annuity?
Variable annuities can help you meet your long-term financial goals and provide a guaranteed income stream in retirement, but they are not without their drawbacks and considerations. It’s important to understand how variable annuities work and the benefits and risks involved. Variable annuities offer the strongest return potential with the highest risk of all annuities.…
Read MoreWhat Is a Fixed Annuity?
The predictability and stability of a fixed annuity have made it a popular choice for some saving for retirement. Annuities offer a guaranteed income stream that can help supplement your other retirement income sources, like Social Security and 401(k)/IRA distributions. What Is a Fixed Annuity? A fixed annuity is one in which the annuity purchaser…
Read MoreWhat Is a Deferred Annuity?
Annuities can provide supplementary income to your primary retirement savings. If you are looking to add some security to your portfolio with a guaranteed retirement paycheck and have several years before your retirement, a deferred annuity might be right for you. What Is a Deferred Annuity? A deferred annuity is an insurance contract in which…
Read MoreIntroduction to Investing for Retirement: Types of Asset Classes and Retirement Plans
There is no one formula for building a successful retirement plan—there are seemingly endless options and plans for you to invest in and take advantage of, with more being added all the time. The financial services industry is dynamic, ever changing and evolving as the economy progresses and technology advances. Understanding the different types of…
Read MoreInspiring Women in Retirement: How to Ensure You’re on the Right Path
What you should know, key planning elements & why men should listen up, too! Planning for retirement and beginning this stage of life is multi-layered. It’s true that 90% of all women will eventually be solely in charge of household finances.1 This data is compounded by the fact that only 20% of women feel very…
Read MoreWhat Is an Annuity—and Why It May Be the Missing Piece in Your Retirement Plan
Do you consider yourself a good money saver? Do you live below your means? Do the market ups and downs make you nervous? If having safety in your retirement portfolio is important to you, annuities may be a good option. Annuities are gaining in popularity because of market volatility and the need for steady retirement…
Read MoreKey Financial Dates to Note in 2021 for Retirees
Crucial and important financial deadlines for this year’s calendar. As we know planning ahead can make a world of difference. Whether you are saving for that rainy day, an unforeseen emergency or an exciting life event; good planning can be the difference of hundreds if not thousands of dollars in savings. With that, we invite…
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