Both the Republican and Democratic political conventions are over. The same can’t be said for your retirement planning. Elect to read this week’s terrific links and vote yourself into a higher retirement office. The new rules for retirement investors leave much to be desired. Rolling Stone Don’t make these mistakes regarding your retirement account beneficiaries….
August 2020
Don’t Let Divorce Ruin Your Retirement
Is divorce worse for your retirement than a bruising bear market? While divorce is declining among younger people, the rate for those 50 and over doubled since the 1990s. “Gray divorce” is spreading like wildfire during the Battle of the Blackwater. According to Lili Vasileff, a divorce financial expert,” For adults 65 and older, the…
“The Best Years Of Your Life They Want To Steal”…..When Is My Retirement?
The late Joe Strummer’s birthday was Friday. He led The Clash who were called “The only band that mattered.” Your retirement matters- a lot. Read this week’s terrific links and learn why. Health Care can be a huge fixed cost in retirement. CNBC Your diet is the most important part of your retirement portfolio. AARP…
The Worst Plan Is Not Having One
What’s the most critical component of a financial plan? The ability to stick to it ranks at the top of the list. Many fail because their plan doesn’t coincide with unique individual goals and values. Asset allocation is essential, but it doesn’t touch the heart. No dollar value trumps peace of mind. Paying down debt…
The Lunatics Have Taken Over The Asylum…..When Is My Retirement?
Back to school is very different this year. The same cannot be said for retirement planning. Certain concepts are timeless. Read about some of them in this week’s terrific links. Relocating during the pandemic may increase your taxes. CNBC What are the qualities you should look for in a retirement advisor? HumbleDollar Is being a…
Doing Next To Nothing Is A Very Underrated Strategy
There’s always a silver lining to every crisis. The Covid-19 Pandemic is no different. The lockdown might be the antidote for one of the most obnoxious features of our society – Helicopter Parents. These Parents act as human snowplows, clearing away all obstacles enabling their tribe to crush the competition. This behavior, designed to boost…
My Job Is Very Boring I’m An Office Clerk…..When Is My Retirement?
Hurricanes last for a day or two. Your retirement can last for decades. My advice – Prepare for both. Start by reading this week’s terrific links. (The road leading out of my block this week. Don’t let this happen to your retirement.) The 4% rule still works. MarketWatch Four things single people need to know…
There’s Never Just One Cockroach
Just like market volatility, bad behavior clusters. For every Fiduciary Advisor, there are thousands of Wolves on Wall Street. Bad guys don’t operate in a vacuum. Often it’s not just one bad apple. It’s the entire orchard. Rotten cultures are highly infectious. This week’s 403(b) atrocity du-jour involves an insurance company and a Florida Teachers…
Working For The Clampdown…..When Is My Retirement??
If you care about the quality of your retirement, not its quantity, I suggest you read this week’s terrific links. Here’s the best way for kids to start saving for retirement. A Wealth Of Common Sense What are the three secrets for a happy retirement? Forbes Did you include these items in your estate plan?…
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