Once you hit 50, it can feel like the pressure is on to take your investments seriously. The average age of retirement in the United States is 62, which means that for most people, their 50s are their last full decade of employment to save for retirement. Retirement savings might take center stage right now, […]
Why Retirees Might Want to Keep Their 401(k)
When you decide to retire, you have a few different options for your 401(k). You could leave the money in the plan, transfer it to an IRA or convert it to an annuity, withdraw it as a lump sum, or take required minimum distributions (RMDs) starting at age 73. There are good reasons for all […]
Finding Your Footing in Retirement
Retirement is a major milestone, and something that many people look forward to in their working years. But what about when it’s finally time to retire? How do you navigate such an enormous lifestyle change? When you’ve done the work – saved the money, created wealth, planned and prepared for this phase of your life […]
Accumulation Phase: Plan Your Retirement Allocations
Your accumulation phase is the time in your life when you’re working, saving and preparing for retirement. It comes before the distribution phase, which is when you begin accessing the funds you set aside for retirement. Your portfolio should be fluid, adjusting for each phase of your life. This article will give you a general […]
What to Look for When Analyzing Your 401k Plan
For many Americans, one of the best ways to build wealth is to save in an employer-sponsored retirement plan like a 401k. It makes good sense: there are many advantages to this type of account. The money comes out of your paycheck before you even see it and it’s easy to sign up for the […]