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Seniors will have to pay income taxes on a certain portion of their benefits if their taxable income plus 50% of the benefits exceed a certain threshold.
October 9 -
Premiums appear to be stabilizing finally and even dropping in some states.
October 4 -
About that tax deduction, it’s not enough of a reason to keep a mortgage. Remember, it’s only a deduction, not a credit.
October 2 -
Someone who starts saving from age 20 can sock away 90% less per month than someone who gets a later start at age 50 and still build the the same size of portfolio.
September 27 -
Incumbents and startups are developing partnerships to help clients navigate difficult rollovers.
September 27 -
Investors have an average of 25 funds to choose from in their 401(k) plans, but some financial advisors suggest that the best approach is to pick a small number of very broad funds.
September 26 -
Some senior clients might consider buying a quality supplemental insurance plan, according to a Morningstar expert.
September 25 -
As college debt rises, borrowers want different perks from their employers.
September 20 -
Waiting until your 70th birthday is the much-discussed strategy to maximize benefits. But in some circumstances, you won't miss out if you file earlier.
September 14 -
The founder of Edelman Financial Services says his critiques of automated advice have been proven right, and that the merger with Financial Engines sets his firm to reach new industry heights.
September 12 -
Tax cuts and other policies have stirred a stronger economy, but these results could mean vulnerable financial markets in the foreseeable future.
September 11 -
IRS rules allow clients in certain circumstances to tap their retirement accounts before the age of 59 1/2 without a 10% penalty. But this still should be considered a last resort, an expert says.
September 10 -
Even though the program was created by a large multinational corporation, companies of all sizes could utilize this approach.
September 10 -
The guideline used a specific set of assumptions: a retirement lasting 30 years with savings in a tax-deferred account and nothing left for heirs. Change just one and your “safe” withdrawal rate may differ.
September 7 -
Retirees will owe taxes for up to 85% of their Social Security benefits if their adjusted gross income plus nontaxable interest exceed a certain threshold.
September 6 -
A study notes that retirees might be experiencing the “Homer Simpson” mindset, in which they choose immediate gratification without thinking about the long-term consequences.
September 5 -
Among current retirees, the numbers aren't much better: 60% of them have not calculated how much health care costs impact their savings.
September 4 -
The order is for the Treasury Department to review rules that require mandatory distributions to begin when someone turns 70 1/2, and to make it easier for small businesses to offer 401(k) plans.
August 31 -
Cost of living is a key consideration, but a retiree’s goals and objectives are also important.
August 30 -
These property tax deferral programs are available to older homeowners who want to postpone real estate taxes provided they remain living in their home.
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