Posts Tagged ‘Health Care’
Tax Preparation vs. Tax Planning. Here’s How You Could Save Thousands of Dollars in Taxes
Most Americans ignore the one thing that could help them save thousands of dollars in retirement. It’s called tax planning. Don’t miss Retirement Solutions Radio show, “Tax Preparation vs. Tax…
Read MoreA Look at How America Ranks
In his first year in office, President Trump has promoted his “America first” philosophy. This new focus, with its trade protectionism and tough stance on immigration, has somewhat changed the…
Read MoreThe Future of Medicare and Social Security
There is little doubt that Medicare and Social Security are important programs that help older Americans in retirement, particularly now that so many are living beyond previous life expectancy rates.…
Read MoreFinancial Strategies in 2018
One philosophy of investing, as opined by Warren Buffett, is to be “fearful when others are greedy and greedy when others are fearful.”1 The nation’s eight-year bull market, however, has…
Read MoreDigital Tools for Tax Season
Tax season is upon us. According to the IRS, about 90 percent of taxpayers now file their taxes electronically. The agency touts the service as more accurate, convenient and secure…
Read MoreMitigating Risk Goes Beyond Asset Allocations
What do Harvey Weinstein, “America First” policies and asset allocation have in common? Quite a bit, it turns out, when it comes to evaluating the various risk factors that can…
Read MoreA Look at the Potential Effects of Tax Reform
The tax overhaul legislation that was passed in December has been billed as a means to streamline tax filings at both the individual and corporate level.1 We certainly could use…
Read MorePreparing for Retirement — Do You Have a Plan?
For much of the 20th century, many employees who spent decades working for one company typically received a pension plan. According to the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College,…
Read MoreThe Cost of Health Care
Americans spend a lot on health care. In 2016, national health expenditures grew 4.3 percent to $3.3 trillion, which amounts to $10,348 per person.1 It’s interesting that you’ll find few…
Read MoreOngoing Veteran Program Receives Funding
On Dec. 22, 2017, President Trump signed a continuing resolution authorizing $2.1 billion to extend the Veterans Choice Program (VCP) in 2018.1 This is a temporary funding solution that will…
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