Archive for January 2020
RMD Considerations
With people living longer and benefiting from the long-running bull market, there are more factors to consider in taking required minimum distributions (RMDs) from retirement accounts. The traditional IRA, SEP…
Read MoreHealth and food trends to watch in the new decade
A recent study concluded that half of the U.S. population will be clinically obese within the next 10 years. This isn’t just a weight issue, it’s a financial one. Obesity…
Read MoreAssessing the Role of Government
Recently, President Trump bemoaned the inconveniences of low-flow toilets, showers, dishwashers and energy-efficient lightbulbs – all implemented in the wake of government regulation aimed toward conservation efforts.1 One issue in…
Read MoreWork World: Late Career Management
The number of workers older than 64 has increased threefold since 1989.1 And while working longer may be a marker of good health for some, it’s a necessity for others who…
Read MoreFinancial Tips for 2020
The U.S. has enjoyed 10 years of a booming stock market and a growing economy. It’s too early to tell how 2020 will look, but there are some signs that…
Read More5 Keys to Creating a Bulletproof Income Plan That Could Make Your Money Last as Long as You Do!
Do you ever worry that you could be 80 years old; full of life; and flat broke? Learn 5 keys to creating a bulletproof income plan on Retirement Solutions Radio…
Read More4 Overlooked Trouble Spots with Your IRA & 401K That Could Cost You a Fortune!
There are 4 overlooked trouble-spots with your IRA and 401K … that could cost you a small fortune in retirement. Learn what they are  on Retirement Solutions Radio show, “4…
Read MoreFinding Solutions to America’s Energy Challenges
The United States is the second-largest energy consumer on the planet. Over the past dozen years, domestic production of oil and natural gas has grown thanks in part to the…
Read MoreTwo Retirement Planning Approaches: Safety vs. Probability
According to Merrill, four of the most common risks to your retirement strategy are:1 A significant market drop shortly before or early in your retirement Inflation reducing your spending power…
Read MoreGetting a Fix on Health Care
If you’ve been lucky enough to receive employer-subsidized health insurance throughout your career, retirement may be a bit of an eye-opener. Many retirees expect Medicare to cover all their health…
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