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In-Plan Retirement Income Explained: What You Should Know
Retirement planning is changing faster than ever, and one of the biggest shifts happening right now is the rapid expansion of in-plan retirement income options within employer-sponsored plans like 401(k)s and 403(b)s. For years, retirement accounts were primarily viewed as…
2026 Portfolio Rebalancing: Time to Take Action Now
After a turbulent 2025 marked by market swings, shifting interest rates, inflation pressure, and global uncertainty, many financial experts agree that 2026 is a critical year for portfolio rebalancing. For savers, pre-retirees, and retirees, rebalancing bond funds is one of…
Holistic Retirement Planning: Your Guide to a Secure Future
For decades, retirement planning centered on one primary question: “Do I have enough money saved?” While financial security will always be essential, modern retirement looks very different from the version your parents or grandparents experienced. Longer lifespans, rising healthcare costs,…
Your 2026 Retirement & Tax Checklist: Smart Moves for Savers, Pre-Retirees & Retirees
As we step into 2026, one truth remains constant: a strong retirement plan doesn’t happen by accident; it happens by routine review, smart adjustments, and proactive decision-making. With shifting market conditions, evolving tax laws, and ongoing economic uncertainty, now is…
Key Trends in State Tax Retirement for 2025-26
When planning for retirement, most people focus on investment performance, Social Security timing, and withdrawal strategies — but one factor can quietly make or break your retirement budget: state tax. Where you live after you retire can dramatically affect how…
Key Financial Strategies to Delay Retirement Successfully
Retirement used to follow a predictable pattern: you worked until 65, collected your benefits, and began the next chapter of life. But for many Americans today, that timeline is changing — not because they have to keep working, but because…
Catch-Up Contributions: Essential for 2026 Retirement Plans
Retirement planning is a journey, not a destination, and every few years, the rules of the road change. As we approach 2026, new contributions and catch-up limits introduced under the SECURE 2.0 Act are set to reshape how Americans save…
Financial Planning Tips for Seniors Downsizing After 60
For many Americans approaching retirement, the conversation usually revolves around a familiar checklist: ✔ Are your 401(k) savings on track? ✔ When should you claim Social Security? ✔ What’s your withdrawal strategy? ✔ How are you preparing for healthcare costs?…
Retiring into Volatility: How to Handle Market Swings in Your First Year of Retirement
Retirement marks the beginning of a new chapter — one that promises freedom, flexibility, and the opportunity to enjoy the rewards of a lifetime of hard work. However, for many retirees, especially those who are stepping away from work during…
Optimizing Charitable Giving Strategies Before Year-End
As 2025 draws to a close, many retirees and pre-retirees are seeking ways to make their charitable giving more impactful—and more tax-efficient. While giving to causes you care about is always meaningful, the structure and timing of those gifts can…