Are taxes poised to increase? What are the factors shaping the future of taxation? by Teresa Kuhn, JD, RFC Unless you're a tax attorney or CPA, you probably don't like talking about taxes. However, if you're like most people, you certainly realize their impact on your wealth and financial well-being. So, let me ask you, [...]
One thing remains certain in a world of financial uncertainty: unexpected emergencies can strike any time. Federal employees, like anyone else, are not immune to being blindsided by unanticipated events. As history has shown, the possibility of a federal shutdown underscores the vital importance of having a personal emergency fund. The question is not "Do [...]
by Brian Swerdlow Even long-time government employees may not know much about the FERS Supplement. This supplement is a valuable but often overlooked benefit for those in the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) who retire before age 62. Who qualifies for the FERS Annuity Supplement? FERS employees who end their service before age 62 and [...]
You should consider turbo-charging your retirement by creating passive income sources.-Daniel Stewart By Daniel Stewart Retirement is the culmination of a lifelong journey when individuals can finally step back and enjoy a break from the grind. However, many soon-to-be and recent retirees find that finances remain an issue, even though they thought they'd saved enough. [...]
The Economic Ninja has a lot to say about the way the economy is going and how you can protect and grow your wealth when others are rushing to the exits. Check out his Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NgYzUWb2ols
By Brian Swerdlow Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) have long been a favorite tool of financial planners. Unfortunately, though, IRAs usually require that an individual earns income before they can contribute. However, there's an exception to the requirement often overlooked by pre-retirees, called a spousal IRA. If you are married and building a retirement plan, you [...]
by Brian Swerdlow As you transition to retirement, you might find yourself living in a different house in another state or country. You could be engaged in hobbies you never had time to do when you were working or might decide to become an entrepreneur and build your own company. Once you stop working, you [...]
by Brian Swerdlow Retirement planning is a concern that can arise even though you may be years away from hitting the golden years. It's natural to think about how you'd like your retirement life to look and to seek ways to grow wealth while minimizing the risk of losing money. When clients ask for advice [...]
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aipviqdBPAg&t=16s Bryan talks about the issues he has with #Safemoneyradio and why he prefers agent-direct companies over IMOs when possible. Bryan J. Anderson of #annuitystraighttalk discusses the issues he has with pre-packaged, turnkey scripted radio programs that push certain annuities, whether or not they are the best choice for a particular client. Bryan would never [...]
By Daniel Stewart Many people see their life insurance policies as financial safety nets and wealth transference vehicles for their loved ones. However, beyond the primary benefit of providing financial security to your family, your life insurance, especially whole life or indexed universal life, also offers powerful tax advantages that will help you achieve [...]
Divorce is an emotionally challenging and stressful life event for anyone. However, federal employees face their own unique set of challenges which must be addressed.- Brian Swerdlow By Brian Swerdlow From understanding the long-term effects on their retirement to navigating the division of benefits, federal employees going through divorce or separation must confront some [...]
