IRAs

A portion of retirees’ Social Security benefits may be taxed at the federal level if their combined income exceeds a certain limit.

Even investors who aren’t ultrawealthy may be able to avoid income taxes on their investments with “off the rack” strategies similar to the specially designed life insurance contracts sold by some financial firms to ultrahigh-net-worth clients.

The new tax law has nearly doubled the standard deduction and limits the deduction for state and local taxes, making it less likely for taxpayers to itemize their deductions.

The gig economy ushered in a new way of working, which in turn has ushered in a new way of retiring.

Clients should not only check the fees, but also compare their after-tax returns.

About 4.3 million of the 18 million workers in the 55-64 age bracket are likely to live in poverty once they reach 65, according to a study.

To avoid a hefty tax bill when taking withdrawals from retirement accounts, clients should consider holding their assets in three "tax buckets.”

Howard Price III used the funds to make purchases at clubs, bars and restaurants, say regulators.

Clients who want to make their retirement portfolio resilient to market volatility should veer away from core stock and bond holdings.

Historical simulations show that the value of investing in these accounts is getting an average of 1.7% in additional earnings.