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    Retirement Red Zone (3)62 Articles

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    Tue, Jun 11, 2024

    How are RMDs Calculated and Taxed?

    While required minimum distributions aren’t optional, there can be some ways to reduce or defer them. Read on to discover how RMDs fit into your retirement plan.

    Stepping stones cross a shallow creek

    Tue, Jun 4, 2024

    How to Reduce Sequence of Returns Risk

    Learn how to protect your savings in case the market falls right before you retire. Discover 7 tips to minimize sequence of returns risk.

    A self-employed person rubs his forehead in frustration as he contemplates his financial plan

    Tue, May 28, 2024

    Wealth and Financial Planning for the Self-Employed

    Read these tips on financial planning, funding your retirement, insurance coverage, and estate planning when you’re self-employed.

    An older husband and younger wife smile at each other while cooking.

    Tue, Apr 9, 2024

    Retirement Planning for Spouses with an Age Difference

    Couples with a significant age gap may have to plan for effectively two retirements. Here are the things to consider.

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    Tue, Apr 2, 2024

    What to Know About Medicare if You’re Still Working

    Your Medicare options while working past 65 depend on the size of your employer but there are also implications for COBRA and HSAs.

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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.

    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.