Category: Expenses

Healthcare is one of the largest expenses for people in retirement, but it’s not easy to budget for them. Sometimes, accidents happen, or certain health-related concerns can come out of nowhere. Because of how difficult it can be to predict; it can be just as difficult to plan for it. But luckily, there are tools […]Continue reading

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Long-term care is generally the most significant question mark when saving the optimal amount for your retirement years. According to Financial Professional Barry Bigelow, “statistically, if you’re a married couple, there’s a 25% chance one of you’ll need this type of care.” The concern here because, it’s an unknown expense based on unknown needs. This […]Continue reading

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If we’re not careful with spending habits, the phrase “where does the time go?” can easily be applied to “Where does the money go?”. And this applies to the old and the young, so it pays to start early with good financial habits.   Know your credit score If you aren’t already building credit, it […]Continue reading

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Annuities can be mysterious. You might even feel like they come with a hidden agenda. However, with proper planning annuities can be an appropriate solution for your portfolio and financial planning.  They can offer financial advantages such as guaranteed income or living benefits. Consider these eight reasons annuities annuity strategies relative to your situation and […]Continue reading

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Did you know that just about half of all Americans turning 65 today will require long-term care (LTC) in their later years? According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2022, the daily median cost of an in-home health aide is $159.00 and the daily median cost of in-home health services, such as homemaker services […]Continue reading

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“Shirtsleeves to shirtsleeves in three generations.”   The saying is true, and the cycle is real. As the expression indicates, after the buying, the building, and the selling, there’s rarely anything left of a family’s wealth for the fourth generation. Multi-generational planning focuses on breaking that cycle by allowing your heirs to have the knowledge […]Continue reading

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Carrying consumer debt into retirement can quickly reduce the monthly cash flow available to spend on healthcare, travel, and leisure activities or could necessitate drawing down retirement accounts faster than planned. Either situation puts you at risk for running out of money or facing significant lifestyle changes to make ends meet.   Financial strain is […]Continue reading

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You have spent your whole life organizing your legal documents, so each piece is readily available for doctors’ visits, taxes or other financial opportunities. But does your family understand where to find these vital documents in a time of need?   Utilize this checklist to create an inventory of all of your personal, financial, and […]Continue reading

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You have spent your whole life organizing your legal documents, so each piece is readily available for doctors’ visits, taxes or other financial opportunities. But does your family understand where to find these vital documents in a time of need?   Utilize this checklist to create an inventory of all of your personal, financial, and […]Continue reading

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