What to Do with Your Money 1, 5, and 10 Years Before Retirement
Regardless of whether you plan to retire in 10 years or are shooting for early retirement, there’s one main goal your planning should be working toward: saving enough so that you don’t outlive your money. But there’s no exact science for figuring out exactly how much money you’ll need to ac …
How to Leverage Tax-Advantaged Accounts
While each of us has our own set of financial goals and objectives, one smart strategy can be beneficial in any number of situations: tax-advantaged accounts. These are accounts such as IRAs, 401(k)s and HSAs—accounts specifically designed to help reduce your tax burden, whether that’s a be …
Next-Level Retirement Planning: Advanced Retirement Strategies
Becoming hyper-focused on only one aspect of a project is rarely a good approach. A racecar driver who only focuses on speed and ignores strategy likely won’t win many races. A carpenter who only hammers in nails won’t build strong structures. The same is true of retirement planning. If you …
Should I Open a Traditional or Roth IRA?
Multiple retirement savings vehicles are available but having options can be overwhelming. Each option comes with different rules leading to a variance of outcomes in the short-term and long-term. It’s not that dissimilar to choosing what to eat.
5 Common Retirement Planning Mistakes
Is your retirement plan lacking? Let’s look at 5 common retirement planning mistakes and how you can get the most out of your retirement plan.
The 3-Lane Highway Approach to Financial Planning
Do you ever stop to consider if you’re getting the best financial advice? Are you receiving advice focused on solving your known—and unknown—problems? Are you on the road to living your fullest life? For many individuals and families, the answer is unclear. That’s because financial guidan …
Are Retirement Plan Contributions Tax-Deductible?
Retirement plans like 401(k)s and IRAs can be an easy and effective way to save for retirement. Many investors favor these accounts for their significant tax advantages, which can include pre-tax or tax-deductible contributions. Contributions to a 401(k), traditional IRA, and other retirem …
