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Target-Date Mutual Funds – What are they and should you use them?

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Target-date mutual funds have gained popularity in recent years as a convenient and seemingly straightforward option for retirement investing. However, despite their appeal, there are compelling reasons why investors should carefully consider whether target-date mutual funds align with their financial goals and preferences. In this post, we’ll explore some advantages and drawbacks of target-date mutual [...]

Pension Lump-Sum vs. Annuity: Which to Choose?

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One of the questions we often get from our clients is, “Should we take the lump-sum option or the annual payments when receiving distributions from our company pension plan?” Just like deciding whether to “buy or rent”, there are several factors in play in determining the best course of action. Let’s first go over these [...]

Inflation and Retirement

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Inflation – even minor inflation – reduces purchasing power over time. Like the famed economist Milton Friedman once said, it's the hidden tax that creeps up on us because it is not legislated. Inflation slowly reduces the dollar's value, meaning each dollar will buy less and less. Many people look to the Bureau of Labor [...]

How To Select A Financial Advisor

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Types of Financial Advisors (and which ones you should avoid) Types of Advisors Before beginning your search, it is essential to understand the difference between financial professionals, many of which may be called "financial advisors." We've all gone to the doctor's office, but just because they are in the business of medically healing patients, not [...]

What Are Stock Splits?

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What Are Stock Splits? Here’s what you need to know. Two high-profile companies—Apple and Tesla—have announced stock splits in the past few weeks, which makes it a great time to discuss what’s involved when a company announces a stock split. Remember, any companies mentioned are for illustrative purposes only. It should not be considered a [...]

Small Business Retirement Plans

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How do you pick the most appropriate retirement plan for your business as well as your employees? As a small-business owner, figuring out retirement choices can be a little intimidating.The SECURE Act and CARES Act may complicate the decision. There are three main types of retirement plans for small businesses: SIMPLE-IRAs, SEP-IRAs, and 401(k)s. Read […]

The Backdoor Roth IRA

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Does your high income stop you from contributing to a Roth IRA? It does not necessarily prohibit you from having one. You may be able to create a backdoor Roth IRA and give yourself the potential for a tax-free income stream in retirement. The Backdoor Roth IRA, a move that high earners can make in […]

Bundle Up? Not When It Comes To Financial Services

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For many people subscribing to satellite services or cable television over the last couple of decades, the business model has been “bundling services” like television, Internet and phone together for a single rate. However, in this system, many customers are paying for TV channels that they never watch or for a landline that they rarely use. With the increased popularity of “cutting the cord” to cable and satellite TV in order to watch TV series and films on Over-The-Top (OTT) content devices, there have been calls, even from Washington, for a “pay for what you watch” or “a la carte” approach.  Continue Reading …

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