When it comes to saving for retirement, youâve got a lot of options to consider. Which savings options make the most sense for you will depend on your timeline, your goals and your risk tolerance. If you are retired or getting close to it, you may be looking for safer investments, such as an annuity … Read more
Thinking about retirement but worried about your health insurance costs? You’re not alone. One of the biggest questions federal employees ask me is “How much will my FEHB cost after I retire?” With the recent announcement of a whopping 13.5% average premium increase for 2025, this question is more important than ever. As someone who … Read more
Your home is probably the most valuable asset you own, so its important that you have a say over what happens to it when you die. Heres everything you need to know about including property in your will. Buying a home is a huge financial commitment. Most people in the UK take between 25 and … Read more
Inheritance, in its simplest form, is the transfer of assets, property, or wealth from one individual to another upon the initial owners passing. A will or trust typically governs this process, outlining how the assets should be distributed among the beneficiaries. But there may come a time when someone wants to give some of their … Read more
Do you have a 401(k) plan through work? You can still contribute to a Roth IRA (individual retirement account) and/or a traditional IRA as long as you meet the IRAs eligibility requirements. You might not be able to take a tax deduction for your traditional IRA contributions if you also have a 401(k), but that … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Answer: Some might think that having $4 million is enough for a luxury retirement, but with so much economic uncertainty, it makes sense to ask this question. One of the trickiest elements of retirement planning is figuring … Read more
Retirement planning can feel like trying to hit a moving target. Just when you think youve figured out the magic number for a comfortable monthly retirement income, issues like rising costs, market shifts or lifestyle changes shift the goalposts. Adding to the uncertainty right now, though, is the fact that the economic environment is in … Read more
Are you worried about what happens to your hard-earned superannuation if your relationship status changes? Maybe you’re planning ahead, or perhaps you’re already facing a separation. Either way, the big question is: is my wife entitled to half my super? I’ve been researching this topic extensively, and lemme tell you – it’s not as straightforward … Read more
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Annuities can provide people with a guaranteed stream of income when they need it most. Experts say that between the ages of 70 and 75 is the best time to start getting payments from an annuity, but you don’t have to wait until then to buy one. Your decision about when to buy should take … Read more