Latest articles by Scott Hanson, CFP
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Don't Rush to Roll That 401(k) Into an IRA
Making Your Money Last The rules get tricky for people aged 55 to 59 ½ who leave a workplace but are unsure of their future work plans. Beware of bad advice.
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What's the Right Asset Allocation for Your Portfolio?
Financial Planning Forget the traditional measurements and general rules of thumb. The right answer depends on your risk tolerance, time horizon and other factors specific to your situation.
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What Life Is Really Like In Retirement
Financial Planning The average retiree spends 32 hours a week watching TV. Craft a retirement plan to avoid that fate.
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Many Americans Don't Enjoy Retirement
retirement But if you make a plan for your senior years (that goes beyond money), you can make it the best time of your life.
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The Key Mistakes Investors Make in Retirement
Making Your Money Last After they retire, most people completely change some of their investment habits—and risk depleting their wealth.
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4 Ways to Create Your Own Pension
Financial Planning Most of us can't count on a defined benefit plan from our employers, but you can still find a way to generate enough income to support you through a comfortable retirement.
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Why Trump’s Move to Dismantle Rule Protecting Investors Isn’t a Bad Idea
Financial Planning Don’t get me wrong: The fiduciary standard is laudable, but the Department of Labor’s rule is flawed. We can do better.
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6 Keys to True Financial Independence
Financial Planning Having peace of mind when it comes to your money depends on much more than your net worth.
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Just Say No to Universal Life Insurance as a Retirement Fund
life insurance For every one person I see who is maximizing the tax benefits, I see 10 other folks who could do a lot better by purchasing term insurance and investing the difference.
