Tag: financial freedom

You may not know it, but Social Security income is taxed! However, your tax burden isn’t simply a gross income tax, and there are unique factors that dictate your tax rate and overall tax liability. First, not all Social Security income is taxed. Only a portion of your benefits may be subject to tax, depending […]Continue reading

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Taxes may be one of your biggest concerns when it comes to retirement. Whether you’re well into your retirement or just starting to think about it, taxes can be one of the main factors in maximizing your savings to stretch all the way through retirement. The Roth IRA can be a great investment vehicle for […]Continue reading

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This month, the education community celebrates Financial Aid Awareness Month often by sharing information with students and families about access to federal, state, and institutional student aid. College and higher education costs can sometimes be steep costs to families. However, a college degree can be important in providing opportunities in young people’s careers, so it […]Continue reading

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Even though you’re still working every day, carrying your full load of responsibilities, it’s crucial to cross your Ts and dot your Is for your new life ahead in retirement. These six tips are crucial to cross off your to-do list before you enter retirement. Address Your Budget for Retirement Put together a monthly budget […]Continue reading

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Most of the nation’s teachers and K-12 educational employees are members of their state’s public pension plans. After years of service, these plans have promised a secure retirement for educators and support staff. Unfortunately, a significant number of public pension plans serving these employees were severely underfunded before the Great Recession. The situation was compounded […]Continue reading

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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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Proper legacy planning could be one of the greatest gifts you give your loved ones. However, you may be delaying the process of creating an estate plan because you’re thinking, “Where do I start?” Below are key questions you should be asking about your estate plan. Have You Created Your Will? A will is often […]Continue reading

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Annuities may be used for more than just lifelong income. Some annuities come with additional features for a cost, known as riders. Here are some of the most frequent ones: Long-Term Care Riders: Long-term care costs (either in-home or nursing home care) can be alleviated by these features, which add income to help pay for […]Continue reading

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