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Four Key Elements of a Good Estate Plan
An estate plan can be complex or simple, depending on your estate and your wishes, but every estate plan should accomplish these basic goals.
By John M. Goralka Published
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What You Need to Know About Calculating RMDs for 2024
required minimum distributions (RMDs) As the end of 2024 nears, it's important to know how to calculate your required minimum distributions (RMDs) if you haven't taken them already— and be prepared for them to be higher this year than they were in 2023.
By Chris Gullotti, CFP® Last updated
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Four Common Misconceptions About Life Insurance
Just because you have no dependents and no debt doesn't mean life insurance wouldn't come in exceedingly handy for someone in your life or even a charity.
By Karl Susman, CPCU, LUTCF, CIC, CSFP, CFS, CPIA, AAI-M, PLCS Published
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Should You Keep Your 401(k) When You Retire?
Here are three primary reasons you might want to consider moving your retirement money from your 401(k) to an IRA once you retire.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC® Published
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Want to Move to Italy? What to Consider Financially
Once you've decided that you and Italy are compatible, you'll want to work out your tax planning, investments, retirement accounts and benefits.
By Alex Ingrim, Chartered MCSI Published
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Estate Planning: How to Protect Family Treasures
Items like antiques, art and jewelry, as well as family photos, can carry huge emotional ties. The more specific you are in your plans, the better for everyone.
By Patrick M. Simasko, J.D. Published
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529 Plans: A Powerful Way to Tackle Rising Education Costs
Contributions to 529 plans grow tax-free and are not taxed when they are used to pay for qualified educational expenses for the beneficiary.
By Denise McClain, JD, CPA Published
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How Will the 2024 Election Affect Your Retirement?
Investors should expect volatility but also try not to overreact to news. To prepare, focus now on tax minimization, protecting your portfolio and more.
By Barry H. Spencer, Registered Investment Adviser Last updated
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Saving to Be a 401(k) Millionaire? Plan for Taxes Now
Your tax bite in retirement could be excruciating. Here's why super savers need to get serious about protecting themselves.
By Brian Gray Published