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The Retirement Donor's Checklist: Key Deadlines by Gift Type
Retirees have some charitable contribution options that can help avoid spikes in income from RMDS and capital gains.
By Donna LeValley
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Year-End RMDs: 10 Ways to Invest, Spend or Donate Them
The deadline for taking Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) is December 31. And yes, shopping or travel might be in order.
By Adam Shell
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I want to give my 3 grandkids $5K each for Christmas.
You're comfortably retired and want to give your grandkids a big Christmas check, but their parents are worried they might spend it all. We ask the pros for help.
By Maurie Backman
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Target-Date Fund Innovation: Built-In Income Guarantees
With target-date funds falling short on income certainty, retirement plans should integrate guaranteed income solutions. Here is what participants can do.
By Myles J. McHale, Jr. AIF®, CRPP®
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If You're Not Doing Roth Conversions, You Need to Read This
Roth conversions and other Roth strategies can be complex, but don't dismiss these tax planning tools outright. They could really work for you and your heirs.
By Matthew Blecker, CFP®, CFA®
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Ask the Editor: IRAs, 401(k)s and RMDs
Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on IRAs, 401(k)s and required minimum distributions
By Joy Taylor
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Why Turning 65 Isn't What It Used to Be, According to an Expert
With more than 4 million people turning 65 in 2025, an expert in psychology and aging explains why so many of them are thriving like never before.
By Sandra Block
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What You Need to Do With Your 401(k) Before 2025 Is Over
Sponsored by Savant Wealth Management
Before 2025 ends, check your 401(k) contributions, investments, and catch-up eligibility to lock in this year’s tax savings and employer match.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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3 Year-End Tax Moves You Can't Afford to Miss
Don't miss out on this prime time to maximize contributions to your retirement accounts, do Roth conversions and capture investment gains.
By Daniel Razvi, Esquire
