Whether you’re already retired—or are planning ahead for the time when you will be—it’s important to know how you’ll pay for your daily expenses. And your Social Security benefits likely play a starring financial role. Jen Teague, NCOA’s Director of Health Coverage and Benefits, said, “Social Security is the main source of income for most … Read more
Turning Your Windfall Into Lasting Wealth So you’ve just received a $200000 inheritance. First off, congrats! It’s a bittersweet moment – you’ve lost someone dear but they’ve given you an opportunity to transform your financial future. The question now is what should you do with this money? I’ve helped many clients navigate this exact situation, … Read more
This type of IRA allows you to hold alternative investments in a retirement account, but it comes with complex rules and risks. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who compensate us when you take certain actions on our website or click to take an action on … Read more
A 401(k) can be a great tool to help you save and invest for retirement. Pre-tax contributions to a traditional 401(k) can help reduce your taxable income today, and you won’t owe taxes until you make withdrawals, usually in retirement. But you might wonder: What if I need some or all of my 401(k) money … Read more
The probate process can be complex and confusing for grieving families. As the personal representative or executor of an estate, you need to know who pays the probate lawyer fees and other costs. I’m here to offer clear, accessible information to help you make informed decisions. Probate refers to the court-supervised legal process for transferring … Read more
Creating a will involves naming an executor, which is the person responsible for carrying out their loved one’s final wishes after their passing. As an executor, you have to do a lot of legal things, and losing a friend or family member can be very hard on your emotions. Can an executor change a will … Read more
In today’s litigation-happy world, protecting your hard-earned assets has never been more important. With over 1.3 million attorneys in the United States (making it the most litigious country on the planet), the threat of lawsuits lurks around every corner. One question I frequently hear from clients is “Does a trust protect from lawsuit?” The short … Read more
The senior citizen population is large, growing, and by some estimates, hold two-thirds of the individual wealth in the United States. By the year 2050, the number of seniors is projected to be nearly twice as large as it was in 2012. Since many seniors have been able to save up a nest egg for … Read more
Under ideal circumstances, no one would ever run out of money in retirement, and they’d have enough resources to meet all their essential expenses and more. But with the potential for stock market volatility and continuing inflation, more people are searching for predictable income strategies to help meet their retirement needs. “Now might be the … Read more
Ever found yourself staring at your retirement accounts wondering, “How much money can I transfer to a Roth IRA without getting in trouble with the IRS?” If so, you’re not alone! This question confuses tons of people, and honestly, the answer isn’t as straightforward as we’d like I’ve spent hours researching this topic and want … Read more