Hey there! I’m thrilled you stopped by my blog today. If you’ve been worrying about how your pension might affect your Social Security benefits, I’ve got some really good news for you! Recent changes to Social Security laws have completely transformed this situation, and I’m excited to break it all down for you in simple … Read more
Have you ever wondered why age 65 is considered the “normal retirement age”? What if you plan to retire earlier or later, or phase out of the workforce? Here’s how to time it just right. Age 65 has long been considered the typical retirement age, but Americans have different thoughts on when to retire. It … Read more
Are you worried about getting double-taxed on your backdoor Roth conversion? You’re not alone. As someone who’s helped countless clients navigate this retirement strategy, I’ve seen this question pop up over and over. Let’s clear the confusion once and for all. What Is a Backdoor Roth IRA Anyway? Let’s make sure we agree on something … Read more
Retirement is a big milestone, but getting there doesnât happen overnight. Financially preparing yourself to leave the workforce requires some forward thinkingâparticularly about your money. If youâre wondering whether youâre saving enough, youâre not alone. Here, youâll get an idea of how much youâll want to have in your 401(k) at different ages and how … Read more
Have you ever thought about what will happen to your things when you die? Maybe you made a will and thought that would be enough. However, just because you have a will doesn’t mean that your family can skip the probate process. I was shocked when I first heard this, and I bet you are … Read more
An inheritance tax is a levy potentially paid by the recipient of assets inherited from a deceased individual. Just five states have an inheritance tax as of 2025. Inheriting a house can be bittersweet. While you’re gaining valuable property, you might be worried about the tax implications that come with it. Look, I get it … Read more
Have you come across $20,000 extra dollars? If so, congrats! But, now you have to figure out what to do with it. If youre not sure how to spend or save it, the below article is all about what to do with 20k. And finally, if you’re just looking to get more comfortable with money … Read more
Have you ever felt like all the fancy investment terms and strategies were too much to handle? I know I did! When I first started investing, I was flooded with terms like “derivatives,” “leveraged ETFs,” and “technical analysis patterns.” It was enough to make my head spin!. That’s when I discovered the KISS Rule of … Read more
With all of the options out there, it can be hard to choose which trust is best for you. Trust Point is here to help. We’ve put together this glossary to define some of the most common types of trusts and why they’re used. Continue reading to learn more about which trust is best for … Read more
If your employer allows 401(k) trading, you may want to trade securities with your 401(k) money. Find out how often you can buy and sell in your 401(k). 3 min read. Originally, a 401(k) account wasn’t meant to be a brokerage account where employees could trade securities. Instead, it was meant to be a place … Read more