The status of "senior citizen" can seem hard to define. The term senior citizen is commonly used in the United States. For some, this term is decades away from applying to them. For others, it is closer than they realize. Still others may be considered senior citizens and be blissfully ignorant of this fact. According […]
People should undertake a beneficiary review every few years. You have several types of assets. You own a home. You have retirement accounts and bank accounts. You even purchased a life insurance policy. According to a recent The Street article titled “Secure your IRA – Review Your Beneficiary Forms Now,” some of these assets should […]
It can be easy to overlook opportunities for tax breaks. You are recently retired. During your working years, you understood where you could save money on taxes. Since you stopped working full time, your tax situation has changed. You believe your deduction days are a thing of the past. Not necessarily. According to a recent […]
Many people require caregiving support as they age. You are getting older. This means your parents are also getting older. As people age, their minds and bodies begin to wear down. When this happens, full independence may no longer be an option. According to an AARP article titled “5 Signs Your Loved One May Need […]
People of all ages have retirement questions. At least they should. Regardless, most people think about retirement at some point throughout their careers. Some envision a life outside of the office. They imagine traveling, devoting time to hobbies, and visiting grandchildren. Others primarily consider the financial implications of retirement. According to a recent Kiplinger article […]
Neither your last will nor your revocable trust supersedes your beneficiary forms. Do you have a retirement account? If yes, you have likely seen a beneficiary designation form. Retirement accounts are one of several types of assets passed to heirs through beneficiary designations. Many people simply fill out the form upon the creation of the […]
Claiming Social Security can feel like a balancing act. For many, Social Security is a key consideration for retirement. Even so, the benefits will not allow you to maintain your current standard of living in most instances. For this reason, you will need to manage your current savings and maximize your Social Security benefit. According […]
Everyone needs to plan for retirement. Retirement may be couple of years away or a couples of decades away. Either way, it is coming. You may be able to choose the time of your retirement. Cutbacks or health issues may force you into retirement earlier than anticipated. According to a recent Nasdaq article titled “Do […]
Retirees should prioritize getting necessary documents for estate planning. If you are an adult, you should have an estate plan. You never know when you will die, or become incapacitated. Although you occasionally hear about people retiring in their 30s, most people retire after decades in the workforce. These older retirees should take steps now […]
A life settlement can provide additional funds to use in retirement. If you are in retirement, you are living on a fixed income. What you saved in your nest egg needs to last for the rest of your life and the life of your spouse. Although Social Security can also provide a monthly stipend, it […]
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