You probably hear from different sources that you should consider funding an IRA, but you may be wondering, why bother? Here are four good reasons: You can still contribute for tax year 2018 up to $5,500 or $6,500 if you’re better than 50 years old. You have until tax filing day in April 2019 to …
Roth IRA
What’s a Roth IRA?
At year end, it’s time to think about topping off your IRA and most people should be thinking about their Roth IRA. Choosing between a traditional IRA and a Roth IRA can have major tax and estate planning implications. A traditional IRA has long been a favorite of people looking to save a little extra for retirement …
When do I need to do a required IRA distribution?
Most retired folks know that IRS rules require owners of retirement accounts to take distribution when they reach a certain age. It’s called the Required Minimum Distribution or RMD. But sometimes people get some of the details wrong. So here are a few things to remember about RMDs Getting the RMD wrong can sting If …
Protect Yourself Against the Coming Market Decline
Twelve things you can’t control about the next market decline, and 13 things you can control. As we near the half-way mark of the year, the MSCI world stock index is up about 1 percent for the year. So far, not a great year for your 401(k). Is it the end of the bull market? The beginning …
Is a Roth 401(k) right for you?
In the Revenue Act of 1978, the 401(k) retirement savings plan was born. This law gave employees the choice to receive a portion of their earnings as deferred compensation held in a special account. The employees did not pay tax on that money in the year it was earned. They would pay income tax in …
Why Would I Roll Out of My 401(k)?
Many people wonder why they would ever roll out of their 401(k) into an IRA. Whether it’s a good idea or not depends on the details of your situation. If you work with an advisor who has extensive training in all aspects of retirement planning, like a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional, and your advisor represents …