Integrity Financial Planning

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Optimizing your retirement savings takes more than just making sure your IRA isn’t at risk in this market. Know these 3 ages that can help you get the most out of your retirement accounts. At age 50, workers with certain qualified retirement plans can make annual “catch-up” contributions in addition to their normal contributions.

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Integrity Financial Planning

AUGUST 21, 2023

Retirement is different for folks who are running a small business. Your retirement is something that isn’t set up by an employer, and you often must manage it on your own. If you are running your own business and are interested in setting yourself up for retirement, contacting a financial advisor can be a great idea.

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WiserAdvisor

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Navigating the journey to retirement can often feel like a complex puzzle, especially when it comes to figuring out how much you need to save. The answer to “how much you need to retire” is shaped by various factors, including the kind of retirement life you dream of, your age, and the expenses you anticipate during your retirement years.

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WiserAdvisor

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

In retirement planning, the concept of vesting is more than a contractual formality; it serves as a retention tool that incentivizes employees to remain with their employer for a certain period. Typically, these contributions are made by an employer into an employee’s retirement account as a part of their benefits package.

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Integrity Financial Planning

DECEMBER 18, 2023

One crucial aspect that you should financially monitor is the common financial stumbling block encountered when shifting to a retirement lifestyle. If your plan is working, then you probably want to stick with it. Market fluctuations may provoke intense reactions, and the state of your retirement savings can easily incite panic.

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Random Roger's Retirement Planning

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Unusual Whales (very worth following) Tweeted that "51% of Gen-Xers and 40% of Boomers have said they are 'significantly behind' their retirement, per CNBC." We Aren't Saving Nearly Enough For Retirement. 600,000-$800,000 are workable numbers for long term retirement planning. Barron's pegs Gen-X' perceived need at $1.1

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Integrity Financial Planning

APRIL 14, 2023

When you enter retirement, your first action may likely be to take advantage of the ability to do nothing. In retirement, this assumption is flipped on its head. Work” in retirement isn’t something you have to do; it’s something you actually want to do. In retirement, you should aim to turn your hobbies into full-time projects.

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Random Roger's Retirement Planning

FEBRUARY 25, 2023

Bloomberg conducted a survey about how much money people need to retire and the respondents said $3-$5 million. Using the 4% rule for safe withdrawal percentages, if you're 10 years away from when you want to retire, how do the numbers look? Well, then. What about 5 years away? Can you create that situation for yourself?

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Random Roger's Retirement Planning

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

A few days ago I hit the 20 year anniversary of when I first started blogging. That original blog was called Random Roger's Big Picture. Barry Ritholtz started before me, that much I know and we became blogging buddies talking every so often. Blogging led to several opportunities. I mentioned Seeking Alpha above.

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Integrity Financial Planning

MAY 8, 2023

You may know plenty about the differences between traditional IRAs and Roth IRAs, as well as the risks to your IRAs in this market, but what happens to an IRA (or other retirement account) that still has money in it when its owner passes away? 1, 2, 3, 5] [link] [4] [link] The post What Happens to Inherited Retirement Accounts?

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The Chicago Financial Planner

FEBRUARY 5, 2022

That said, they did play in the AFC in their first year of existence but that’s getting too technical for this blog post. Approaching retirement and want another opinion on where you stand? Financial coaching focuses on providing education and mentoring on the financial transition to retirement. FINANCIAL WRITING.

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Integrity Financial Planning

OCTOBER 20, 2023

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Integrity Financial Planning

JUNE 12, 2023

As you plan for retirement, it’s important to consider tax optimization strategies to minimize your tax liabilities. Here are three key ways to optimize taxes in retirement, based on information from sources published between 2022 and 2023.

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Integrity Financial Planning

MARCH 28, 2023

Because of the pandemic, we have seen massive changes in how the market behaves, and we are having to readjust how we approach retirement planning. 1-4] [link] The post Current Market Risks and Your Retirement appeared first on Integrity Financial Planning, Inc.

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Integrity Financial Planning

JUNE 5, 2023

A recent study by Investopedia found that Generation X’s biggest worry is retirement. The survey found that although many members of Gen X feel like they understand their finances, they are still concerned about setting themselves up to transition into retirement. 1] These numbers are very significant.

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Integrity Financial Planning

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Saving for retirement is a long-term endeavor. It requires a different perspective on your wealth and income that accounts for your needs in different stages of your life, from the beginning of your working years through your retirement. Therefore, a strategy that is risk-balanced helps you achieve your retirement goals.

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Integrity Financial Planning

MARCH 30, 2023

Writing can be a great hobby to pick up in retirement. Click HERE to sign up for a complimentary review of your retirement plan with us at Integrity Financial Planning to take one step closer to achieving the enriching lifestyle you deserve. Now can be a great time to start!

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Integrity Financial Planning

MAY 16, 2023

In most cases, you can’t actually keep your money in your retirement accounts forever. Even if you don’t need the money from your retirement accounts, many of them will require you to begin withdrawing from them when you are 73 years old. [1] RMDs are very important to understand for inherited retirement accounts.

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Integrity Financial Planning

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Keeping your brain sharp is also key for retirement planning. Source: [1] [link] The post The Cognitive and Social Benefits of Board Games in Retirement appeared first on Integrity Financial Planning, Inc.

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Random Roger's Retirement Planning

APRIL 23, 2023

The Atlantic had what I would describe as a very left leaning article about lowering the retirement age in the US while increasing payroll taxes to pay for it and to cover the expected shortfall in Social Security due to hit in 10-12 years. It was short anecdotes from older white collar workers who are planning to never retire.

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Integrity Financial Planning

APRIL 18, 2023

If you are headed toward retirement soon, or you have just retired, you may find yourself wondering, “Is my nest egg enough?” As you know, medical expenses, long-term care, housing repairs, and other unpredictable costs are just a part of life, so how can you prepare for those kinds of things during your retirement?

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Integrity Financial Planning

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

This phenomenon generally affects retirement funds as well – this is called the gender retirement gap. [1] This phenomenon generally affects retirement funds as well – this is called the gender retirement gap. [1] This pay gap has hindered women’s ability to achieve retirement. Lower Retirement Income.

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Integrity Financial Planning

JANUARY 9, 2023

2] With higher prices in consumer goods, retirees may have had to reevaluate their withdrawals and spending on retirement accounts as their income became strained. Having to cover costs of immediate needs perhaps prompted reduced higher withdrawals from retirement accounts and tapping into savings just to keep the same standard of living.

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Integrity Financial Planning

JULY 31, 2023

The following two types of retirement savings methods may sound similar, but there are a lot of important differences that might be useful for you to know if you’re looking to get a better understanding of what retirement might look like for you. Defined-Benefit Let’s start with a defined-benefit plan.

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Integrity Financial Planning

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

One way of thinking about retirement is that it happens in phases. Phase 1: Pre-retirement (Approximately Ages 50-62) This is around the age when you will start to have a sense of what you have saved and what your expenses might look like. When you are 20 years old, it can be hard to picture what retirement might look like for you.

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Integrity Financial Planning

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

The concept of retirement planning is simple. Despite changes in the economy or in life itself, the concept of planning your retirement has remained unchanged. We work, save, retire, and repeat for generations over. 2] This, however, does not mean that the retirement of your dreams is out of reach.

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Integrity Financial Planning

OCTOBER 3, 2022

With market volatility and inflation affecting people’s finances, talk about investment strategies and portfolio longevity seems to dominate retirement planning conversations. But one of the most important aspects of retirement is often overlooked in these conversations: healthcare costs. 1] [link]. [2] 2] [link]. [3]

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Integrity Financial Planning

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

During your saving years, your main goal is to accumulate wealth so that you have the resources to achieve a comfortable retirement. How you use your savings to cover your living costs is the real key to living the retirement you dream of. But that is just half the battle. What is the 4% Rule? 1] [link].

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Random Roger's Retirement Planning

OCTOBER 29, 2023

I probably wrote about this one a couple of times back in the first iteration of this blog. Talk about a difficult hold, Barron’s checked in on the Fairholme Fund (FAIRX) which has long been run by Bruce Berkowitz. FAIRX is 82% invested in Florida real estate developer St.

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Integrity Financial Planning

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Do you feel like you have enough saved for retirement? Do you have anything saved for retirement? If your answer to either of these questions is no, then our advisors may have some strategies to help you turn your retirement income strategy around. Don’t Retire Right Away! That’s okay! 1] [link] [2] [link].

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Carson Wealth

APRIL 25, 2024

Retirement planning: Calculate retirement needs and contribute regularly to retirement accounts. Tax Planning: Optimize tax efficiency through strategies such as retirement contributions, tax-deferred accounts, and deductions and credits. Why most of us retire earlier.” Outliving their money.

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WiserAdvisor

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Blind spots in retirement planning are those aspects that are often overlooked, either intentionally or subconsciously. From seemingly harmless low-interest debt to underestimating the emotional impact of transitioning out of the workforce, various factors can disrupt your peace of mind during your retirement years.

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Integrity Financial Planning

OCTOBER 19, 2023

You can use this online tool to help you find plans. [2] 2] You can also call 1-800-MEDICARE to find out which plans are in your area. [2] 2] But before choosing a plan, make sure that it aligns with your financial situation and is the best fit for you personally. appeared first on Integrity Financial Planning, Inc.

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Mullooly Asset Management

JULY 6, 2022

Social security benefits are a key part of any retirement plan. But deciding when to claim those benefits is something all retirees should think long and hard about. Deciding when to tap into your social security is a highly personalized decision.

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Random Roger's Retirement Planning

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

Barron's had a couple of good articles this weekend looking at working past normal retirement age. This month will be the 19th anniversary of the original Random Roger blog. Harsh reality is that many people simply will not end up accumulating enough to retire in the sense of stopping work altogether.

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Integrity Financial Planning

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

The same way you prepare for the winter, you might have to prepare your retirement finances for a potential recessionary period. There is no simple fix for getting ready for a rocky economy – what is right for you may vary based on your unique financial situation, goals, and retirement timelines. What Can We Expect from the Markets?

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Integrity Financial Planning

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

These days, retirement planning will likely involve Individual Retirement Accounts in one way or another. The Roth IRA is a type of retirement account that you may withdraw from tax-free after a certain age and after holding it for a period of time. These IRAs can be useful when executing a retirement tax strategy.

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