Secure Act 2.0: What Matters to Retirees?
The Secure Act 2.0 overhauls, pioneers, and expands upon many new rules for retirement savers. But what are key provisions that new retirees should be aware of? The full text of the Omnibus bill text is here. What are the important retirement provisions? Section 107: Increases to RMD ages for some retirees Effective immediately, certain […]
Are Retirees Being Real?
The annual Retirement Confidence Survey consistently shows retirees’ expectations pre, and post-retirement may not always be realistic for specific areas of retirement planning. A realistic financial plan will consider all variables and any high-risk scenarios. Being real with expenses Expenses are one of the most disliked aspects of developing a financial plan. It’s impossible to determine the […]
Pros & Cons of Becoming a Real Estate Tycoon
Almost everyone loves owning income-generating rental real estate, especially in those early retirement years. What’s not to love? It can provide consistent income, and you may even be able to enjoy it. Inherent benefits aside, it’s vital to understand when taking on such an endeavor that one treats it like a business. Because it is, […]
Estate Planning: The Art of the Final Impression
Everyone needs an estate plan. And most people prefer the idea of loved ones remembering them in a positive light – not for estate planning missteps. The Estate Tax & The Marital Deduction As of 2023, every United States citizen receives an Estate Tax deduction of 12.92 million dollars usable over their lifetime. This […]
