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What Is a Required Minimum Distribution (RMD)?
If you’ve spent decades building up your retirement savings in tax-deferred accounts, you may have heard the term Required Minimum Distribution (RMD). But what exactly does it mean for you, and why is it so important to plan for it? Let’s break it down. What is an RMD? An RMD is the minimum amount you must withdraw each year from [...]
Hidden Retirement Costs—What You Don’t Plan for Can Impact Your Finances
Hidden costs are the expenses that don’t make it into your retirement spreadsheet—but still show up in real life. They include things like rising healthcare bills, inflation, home repairs, and financial support for family. While not necessarily “surprise” expenses, they’re often underestimated or completely forgotten in retirement planning. How much can hidden costs affect my retirement financial stability? How worried [...]
Why the Federal Reserve Works And What It Means for Your Retirement
The Federal Reserve may seem distant or complicated, but its decisions ripple through everything from interest rates to inflation, and that may affect your retirement directly. Let’s explore why the Fed works, why its independence matters, and what that means for your financial stability in retirement. What exactly is the Federal Reserve supposed to do? The Federal Reserve has two [...]
“What Can I Do with $100K in Retirement?”
Understanding the Shift from Accumulation to Income As a financial advisor, one of the most common questions I hear, especially from clients entering retirement, is: “What should I actually do with these savings I’ve amassed for retirement?” It’s a great question. And it usually signals something deeper: the start of the distribution phase of retirement. You’ve spent years in the [...]
The Fed Holds Rates, Here’s What That Means for Your Retirement
For the fourth time in a row, the Federal Reserve has decided to hold interest rates steady, keeping the federal funds rate at 4.25%–4.50%. On the surface, that might sound uneventful—but beneath the calm, there’s plenty going on. And if you're retired or nearing retirement, the ripple effects of this decision are worth paying attention to. So, what’s driving the [...]
4 Retirement Birthdays That Could Shape Your Financial Future
In retirement, birthdays mean more than just cake and candles—they can signal big financial turning points. Certain ages unlock new benefits, create planning opportunities, or introduce new obligations. Knowing what to expect can help you stay ahead and make more informed decisions. Below are four key retirement birthdays to have on your radar—plus the strategic moves that can make a [...]
What Retirees Should Know About Their Income Tax
Retirement is a new phase of life, and so is your tax situation. Knowing what counts as income and how it’s taxed can make a big difference in how long your money lasts. Below are some of the most common tax questions retirees ask. Can I Avoid the Income Tax in Retirement? What Would That Take? It’s tough to avoid [...]
Is Your HSA Ready for Retirement? Here’s Why It Should Be
When you think about retirement, your mind probably goes to travel, relaxation, and checking off that long bucket list. What you’re likely not dreaming about? Medical bills. And yet, healthcare often becomes one of the biggest expenses in retirement. That’s where a Health Savings Account (HSA) comes in—not just as a tool for today’s doctor visits, but as a powerful [...]
