Retirement Planning
Embracing the California Lifestyle: How to Choose the Right Community for Retirement
Last Updated: September 18, 2025 When the golden years approach, and the hustle and bustle of workdays fade into the rearview mirror, the dream of many retirees is to settle…
Read MoreInspiring Women in Retirement: How to Ensure You’re on the Right Path
Last Updated: July 10, 2025 What you should know, key planning elements & why men should listen up, too! Planning for retirement and entering this stage of life involves many…
Read MoreReverse Mortgages: What They Are and If They’re Right for You
Last Updated: April 17, 2025 Millions of Americans are entering retirement encumbered with mortgages, while the state of American retirement savings is declining. According to epi.org, almost half of American…
Read MoreKey Financial Dates to Note in 2023 for Retirees
As we look ahead to 2023, it is essential to mark your calendar with key dates that will affect your retirement planning. Here are some important dates to remember throughout…
Read MoreWhat Is 401(k) Vesting?
Last Updated: February 12, 2025 Employer matching of 401(k) contributions is a common employee benefit. If you work for an employer that matches 401(k) contributions, your retirement account can grow…
Read MoreSix Thrift Savings Plan Mistakes to Avoid
Last Updated: January 29, 2025 If you work for the federal government or serve in the armed forces, you have access to a retirement and savings plan called a Thrift…
Read MoreFive Tax-Advantaged Investments to Consider for Your Portfolio
Last Updated: December 18, 2024 Benjamin Franklin, one of the founding fathers, once famously said: “… in this world, nothing is certain except death and taxes.” While these words hold…
Read MoreHow to Diversify Your Portfolio
Last Updated: November 5, 2024 Go to almost any store or website that sells something—anything—and you will find several other products for purchase. In fact, you would be hard-pressed to…
Read MoreFive Ways to Maximize Social Security Benefits
Date Last Updated: September 13, 2024 Social Security provides a guaranteed fixed income to many retirees, helping pad their retirement savings and income. But did you know there are strategies…
Read MoreSix Ways to Generate Income in Retirement
Last Updated: August 12, 2024 Do you know if you will have enough money during retirement to cover the cost of your housing, food, entertainment, and other activities you enjoy?…
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