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 […]
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Small Business Retirement Plans
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
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
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 …