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Maximizing the Benefits of a Health Savings Account
Maximizing the Benefits of a Health Savings Account
5 Mar 2024
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Imagine someone told you there was a tool that allows you to make contributions that reduce your taxable income, accumulate tax-free earnings, and make tax-free distributions if they are used for qualified health expenses. Sounds […]
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Retirement Is Near. What Is Your Retirement Income Plan?
Retirement Is Near. What Is Your Retirement Income Plan?
14 Feb 2024
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Statistics tell us the only 1 in 6 retirees have a retirement income plan. On average, many Americans approach retirement without a clear understanding of their financial readiness. This uncertainty often leads to a lack […]
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Leveraging Qualified Charitable Distributions
Leveraging Qualified Charitable Distributions
Navigating the tax code to identify tax planning opportunities is tricky for the average joe. Even Albert Einstein said, “The hardest thing to understand in the world is the income tax.” With tax season wrapping […]
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Making the Most of Retirement: Newfound Freedom
Making the Most of Retirement: Newfound Freedom
Congratulations on reaching the pivotal milestone of retirement! After dedicating so much of your time to your career, this accomplishment reflects your investment in time, education, and sheer determination. As you transition into this new […]
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How RMDs Work
How RMDs Work
A Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) from a retirement account is exactly what it says – required, mandated, a “must-do”.  It’s a specific, calculated amount that must be distributed from the account each year you live […]
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The Roth Conversion Window
The Roth Conversion Window
Retirement planning can be a complex and often daunting task, with numerous strategies and options to consider. One powerful tool that often goes underutilized is the Roth conversion. This financial maneuver allows you to optimize […]
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Retirement: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
Retirement: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
8 Aug 2023
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Retirement is often thought of as the reward at the end of a long and fulfilling career. It’s the time when you can relax and enjoy the fruits of your labor. But the reality is […]
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2023 TRS Annuitants – Recent Legislature Update
2023 TRS Annuitants – Recent Legislature Update
13 Jul 2023
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During the 2023 Texas state legislative session, bills were approved that provide two enhancements for retired Texas educators. If you are a retired teacher, administrator, or other Texas state education employee who receives a TRS […]
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What To Do With Your Old 401(k)
What To Do With Your Old 401(k)
5 Jul 2023
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Here is a common question we get: “I don’t work for my old employer anymore. What can I do with my old 401(k)?”  There are four basic options in answer to that question: you can […]
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How Secure Act 2.0 Could Affect You In 2023
How Secure Act 2.0 Could Affect You In 2023
One of the more impactful pieces of the December 2022 Consolidated Appropriations Act that passed into law is the so-called Secure Act 2.0.  You may remember the original Secure Act from December 2019 that reshaped […]
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