Income Planning

The goal of retirement is to live off your assets ... not on them.

It’s been made clear: you will be responsible for the largest percentage of your income in retirement, more so than any other generation. As pensions get shut down, and as Social Security reserves continue to decline – finding ways to supplement income in retirement is becoming one of the most important aspects of financial planning. Despite this added burden, proper income planning will allow you to live comfortably, and live the life you envision, in retirement. We provide you a host of strategic options and actionable ideas that can help provide you a steady and predictable stream of income in accordance with your retirement lifestyle goals.

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Exceptions to 10% Early Withdrawal Penalty
May 20, 2024

Withdrawing taxable funds from a tax-deferred retirement account before age 59½ generally triggers a 10% federal income tax penalty, on top of any federal income taxes due. [Distributions from Section 457(b) plans are generally not subject to an early distribution penalty; and the penalty for distributions from SIMPLE IRA plans during your first two years … Continue reading “Exceptions to 10% Early Withdrawal Penalty”

Early Retirement Offer?
May 20, 2024

In today’s corporate environment, cost cutting, restructuring, and downsizing are the norm, and many employers are offering their employees early retirement packages. But how do you know if the seemingly attractive offer you’ve received is a good one? By evaluating it carefully to make sure that the offer fits your needs.

Bad Money Habits to Break
May 17, 2024

Do bad money habits constrain your financial progress? Many people fall into the same financial behavior patterns, year after year. If you sometimes succumb to these financial tendencies, now is as good a time as any to alter your behavior.

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