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I Wish I May, I Wish I Might: Estate Planning’s Gentle Nudge
Contrary to what you might expect, using precatory language such as ‘I wish’ or ‘I hope’ can play an important part in three estate planning objectives.
By Allison L. Lee, Esq. • Published
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Investors Nearing Retirement Show Patience With Markets
Despite last year’s upheaval, many investors are sticking with long-term plans and tightening their budgets instead of moving money out of stocks and bonds.
By Matthew Sommer, Ph.D. CFA® • Published
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Long-Term Care Planning vs. Taxes: Finding a Healthy Balance
Many families discover that trying to mitigate the cost of long-term care can conflict with another common retirement concern — reducing taxes for retirees and their heirs.
By John M. Graves, Esq., IAR, Agent • Published
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For a Concentrated Stock Position, Ask Your Adviser This
There can be advantages to having a lot of stock in one company, but ‘de-risking’ can help avoid some significant disadvantages.
By Robert Gorman • Published
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Long-Term Care Insurance Quandary: Keep Paying or Let It Go?
As long-term care insurance premiums go up, many policyholders are struggling with what to do. Accept higher premiums, reduce benefits, let the policy lapse or take a payout?
By Roxanne Alexander, CFP®, CAIA, AIF®, ADPA® • Published
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In Retirement, Many Crucial Questions Start With the Word ‘When’
For a secure retirement, make sure you know the answers to all of these “when” questions.
By Bradley Geddes, CFP® • Published
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Why So Many Experts Consider Annuities a Win for Retirees
Rising interest rates, pressure on Social Security, unpredictable markets and longevity risks are making annuities ever more attractive as a part of retirement planning.
By Jerry Golden, Investment Adviser Representative • Published
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What the Markets’ New Tailwinds Could Look Like in 2023
Historically, the markets bounce back nicely after sharp declines, so focusing on historically high-quality companies trading at today’s lower valuations could be a good recovery strategy.
By Don Calcagni, CFP® • Published
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Is Your First RMD Due April 1?
The IRS is reminding some retirees of an important required minimum distribution (RMD) deadline that is just around the corner.
By Kelley R. Taylor • Published