IRAs

Taxpayers face a 5% penalty if they fail to meet the deadline.

Savings in mutual funds, annuities and other products from banks are not covered by insurance.

Establishing an S corporation would protect their profits from federal income taxes of more than 23.8%, an expert says.

Parents are advised to take advantage of charitable and nonprofit support programs when preparing for the future of a special needs child.

While an asset protection trust can cover nursing home care expenses in retirement, growth of these investments can trigger a tax bill.

Clients are advised place a deeper focus on their life goals when developing a strategy to retire.

If they fear a sharp downturn, seniors may want to avoid locking up their retirement accounts in long-term bonds.

Seniors who negotiate for such an arrangement should consider their finances, flexibility and mutual benefits.

Underestimating their needs, many make decisions that are suboptimal or worse.

Age discrimination, unpredictable life shocks and involuntary retirement casts serious doubt on the “work longer” thesis.

Advisors may need to alert clients as to when these checks will be taxable.

With the net unrealized appreciation, workers can roll some employer stock into a taxable brokerage plan.

The next generation can assist loved ones with applying for financial assistance, reducing expenses and developing a financial plan.

The more involved in designing a comprehensive plan alongside an advisor, the better prepared couples will be, an expert says.

Aside from cutting spending and contributing to a Roth account, investors are also advised to sock away at least 10% of their annual earnings.

Clients who outlive their retirement savings are among those most at risk.

Seniors are advised to combine multiple tax-deferred accounts, such as traditional IRAs and 401(k)s.

Just 62% of women are protected compared to 76% of their male counterparts, research shows.

Severe declines provide the opportunity to review their portfolios and ensure their current plans support their short- and long-term goals.

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