Retirement Accounts & RMDs Download PDF Version RMDs are crucial for retirement account owners age 73 and older Some qualified retirement account owners are surprised that the IRS requires them to take a certain amount from their accounts each year. Including required minimum distributions in your financial plan can help you avoid higher taxes and…

Download PDF Version You don’t have to be super wealthy to become philanthropic. And when you give, it doesn’t just benefit the recipient — you and your heirs can also benefit through possible tax and estate reductions. Overview “No one has ever become poor by giving.” -Anne Frank Charitable giving is a tradition as old…

Download PDF Version Longer lifespans mean more Americans will need some sort of long-term care assistance in their later years. Your financial professional can help you find and implement options to cover the cost and help make sure you receive the care you need when you need it most. Overview Americans are living longer —…

Download PDF Version Natural disasters can strike anytime, anyplace. Fortunately, your portfolio doesn’t have to suffer major damage when they do. It is possible to help protect your investments from declines after a natural disaster and potentially uncover growth opportunities when the storm clears. Overview From wildfires on Maui to powerful hurricanes along the East…

Download PDF Version Fewer companies are offering pensions. The future of Social Security is unclear. As a result, Americans who are approaching retirement seem to be seeking alternative options for creating guaranteed retirement income and managing risk in their portfolios. Overview Retirement is having a heyday. Baby boomers (born between 1946 and 1964 and almost…

Download PDF Version Members of the “sandwich generation” are simultaneously providing support for both a parent and a child. This group has unique financial needs to consider, especially when planning for retirement. Overview If you’re finding yourself toggling between caring for the needs of an aging parent and a child, you’re not alone. The Pew…

Download PDF Version Four things to consider when rebalancing your portfolio Imbalance in a portfolio typically occurs due to various shifts in the markets, industries or asset classes. If a portfolio has shifted away from its initial asset benchmark, it may be time to think about rebalancing. Overview When you first set up an investment,…

Download PDF Version More retirees are planning to head back to work. Will you be one of them? An increasing number of Americans say they plan to return to the workforce at least part time after taking their “official” retirement. Their top reasons for returning: boredom, more income and the urge to pursue new interests.…

Download PDF Version Which category do your mutual funds fall into? Mutual funds have become a staple of U.S. portfolios, especially in employer-sponsored retirement plans. Each fund falls into a primary category, based on the fund’s objective and holdings. Overview If it seems like “everyone” owns a mutual fund in their portfolio, you may be…

Download PDF Version The banking industry wobbled in March following the closure of multiple banks. Fortunately, protections exist for investors and their assets if a brokerage firm or investment bank fails. Overview Silicon Valley. Signature. Credit Suisse. Deutsche Bank. In early March, several large financial institutions buckled under the combined weight of too many depositor…