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    Tue, Nov 28, 2023

    Planning for a High-Income Retirement? Don’t Get Blindsided by This Surprise Tax

    Capital gains, dividends, rental income, royalties, interest income, and non-qualified annuities – learn more to strategize potential tax hits.

    Tue, Nov 14, 2023

    This Big Exception Is Helping Many High Earners Double Their IRA Contribution

    For those who qualify, this big retirement saving advantage gives investors the chance to double their IRA contributions. Many people don’t even realize they are eligible. Learn how this potential strategy works – even for high earners.

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    Tue, Oct 31, 2023

    5 Strategies for Inherited IRAs

    RMDs, tax strategies, timing withdrawals, and more nuts-and-bolts IRA owners and designated beneficiaries should know.

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    Wed, Oct 25, 2023

    Are You In The Top 3% of Retirees?

    The average American has less than $260,000 for retirement. But this number might not tell the story you think it does.

    Wed, Oct 4, 2023

    Should You Make Catch-Up Contributions?

    Catch-up contributions can be excellent financial tools for investors who need to, well, catch-up. However, they can also be a useful financial tool, even if you already are on track to have a financially comfortable retirement.

    Wed, Sep 13, 2023

    Planning to Do a Backdoor Roth IRA? Here's How to Get Your Tax Reporting Right

    Don’t let your backdoor Roth IRA backfire on you! Make sure you have the correct documents and process in place when it comes time to report your backdoor Roth IRA to the IRS—here’s what you’ll need, and how to do it.

    6 Sources of Retirement Income

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    6 Sources of Retirement Income

    Many retirement planning guides focus on finances, but we believe a satisfying retirement goes beyond how much money you have saved. It’s also about how you intend to use your savings.