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Optimizing Retirement Accounts Tax Strategies Managing and optimizing your retirement accounts and tax strategies is no small task. As you approach retirement, you may find yourself juggling a variety of accounts—401(k)s, IRAs, brokerage accounts,…
5-10 Years to Retirement As you get closer to retirement, the financial planning landscape changes. Those final 5-10 years bring new priorities, questions, and a natural desire for clarity. Do I have enough to…
Have Unused 529 Plan Funds? It’s a rewarding feeling: your child has finished college, launching into the next chapter of life with newfound knowledge and independence. Or, maybe they didn’t, and that’s okay too….
Common Retirement Mistakes Retirement marks a significant life transition, one that requires careful planning and a realistic understanding of what lies ahead. Despite all the guidance and information available, there are still many common…
As retirement approaches, the way you manage your 401k becomes more critical than ever. With the right strategies, you can protect your hard-earned savings, minimize risks, and set yourself up for a comfortable retirement….
Asset Allocation In the world of financial planning, one term that often comes up is “asset allocation.” Asset allocation is the practice of dividing an investment portfolio across different asset classes to balance risk. …

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HSA Benefits Explained When it comes to building a smart financial plan, few tools are as underutilized and as powerful as the Health Savings Account (HSA). If you have access to an HSA through…
Why Required Minimum Distributions Matter You’ve spent years building your nest egg in tax-deferred retirement accounts, your IRA, 401(k), maybe even TSP. It feels like free money. But once you hit your 70s, a…