Retirement is often viewed as a time of financial security and relaxation, but it can also be a period filled with potential tax-related pitfalls. Many retirees find themselves facing...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 10/23/2023
Annuities are financial products that have gained popularity as a retirement income option in recent years. They offer a way to provide a steady stream of income during retirement,...
Posted by Rosovich & Associates, Inc. on 10/23/2023
A defined benefit plan, more commonly known as a pension plan, provides guaranteed retirement benefits to employees. Defined benefit plans are primarily funded by the employer, with...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 01/26/2023
The federal-level collects taxes from Social Security income while the income level determines whether or not there is a need for a tax on the benefits. Those with the 401(k) or other...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 09/27/2022
Personal / private pension refers to the kind of pension you can set up to enable proper savings for retirement. The value of this pension is based on the amount of money you pay in...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 09/30/2021
People in a long-term committed relationship have many similar financial concerns as couples. There is, however, the absence of the protection and some benefits married couples enjoy....
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 06/18/2021
With the cost of living rising and longer life expectancy, many seniors end up with limited funds. As a result, a reverse mortgage might be the best bet to ultimate comfort during...
Posted by Rosovich & Associates, Inc. on 06/11/2021
Everyone wants to reduce their taxes and their taxable income, especially retirees and those who are living on a fixed income. They want to lower their tax liability more than anyone...
Posted by Patrick O'Hara, EA on 02/01/2016
A possibly rewarding and calming period of a person’s life is retirement. A new set of challenges arise as the transition began and this could lead to nervousness or feeling...
Posted by Elliot Kravitz, ATP on 04/27/2020
