Which Type of Annuity is Best for Your Retirement Savings Goals?
For most individuals, retirement planning is largely a self-directed exercise. Once we set up our 401(k) and IRA accounts,…
How to Apply for Social Security Benefits
Even though many of the assumptions have changed regarding what retirement looks like and how we act during retirement,…
The Benefits of Fixed Annuities for Retirement Savings
When individuals come up with a long-term retirement plans, individually managed accounts such as IRAs and 401(k)s are likely…
How to Check On Your Social Security Benefits
Even though the future health and viability of the Social Security program has been called into question, it’s unlikely…
Tips to Consolidate Your IRAs
Individual retirement accounts (IRAs) are the foundation of most individuals’ retirement nest eggs. Unlike 401(k) accounts, which need to…
How to Stay Busy During Retirement
Entering retirement means different things to different people. For some, simply finding enough activities to keep themselves busy turns…
Watch Out for 401(k) Fees
As a well-informed investor, you are probably already taking steps to make sure that you’re not paying too much…
A Retirement Check-up
As the economy has worsened, not only have retirement funds dropped in value with the market, but also many…