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Annuities are insurance products that provide income during retirement. They’re great for that purpose, but they’re also illiquid and can be difficult to get out of in some cases. Find out if you can get out of your annuity at all, and under what circumstances if so. The post Can I Get Out of an […]
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A Roth IRA is a type of Individual Retirement Account(IRA) funded with after-tax income. While the money you put into your Roth IRA isn’t tax deductible at the time you contribute it, withdrawals made after age 59½ are tax-free. That means you don’t pay any tax on the earnings in your account, as long as
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Red Rock Secured is a precious metals investment company that gives you access to precious metals directly or in gold IRA accounts. Its favorable pricing structure, price protections, and excellent customer care go above and beyond. Learn more about Red Rock Secured and whether it’s right for you. The post Red Rock Secured Review –
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Did you forget something when you left your last employer? Not the threadbare office sweater — your 401(k). Forgetting that could cost you. Many companies stop maintaining a former employee’s 401(k) if there’s less than $5,000 in the account. Although it might be tempting to get a check for the remaining amount right away, cashing
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Enjoy your life, no matter the economic situation. If you do, then you’ll always be winning. The key is to recognize reality and take appropriate action. If the Fed raises the Fed Funds rate to 4.5% and keeps it there while inflation and the stock market plummet, the world will be temporarily ruined. As the
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Dear Penny, I am a widow with a home, property and two large dogs. My health is fairly good, but I’m getting older and starting to question what moves I should make to secure my future. I have no will, as most of my relatives have passed away. I do have a few grandkids who
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Medicare beneficiaries will pay less for their Part B premium next year, the first decrease in a decade. Other Medicare costs, like Part A deductibles, are on the rise. Here’s how it breaks down. Medicare Part B Premiums Will Decrease in 2023 The standard Medicare Part B premium will be $164.90 a month in 2023,
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Your Medicare card is a very important piece of identification. It’s proof of your health insurance benefits. You’re often required to present your Medicare card when seeking care. Without it, you could end up paying a lot more out of pocket. You’ll receive your card in the mail along with your “Welcome to Medicare” packet
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Inheriting a retirement account leaves you richer than you were beforehand, but inherited IRAs are complicated with a capital C. It’s important to understand the rules and how these accounts work to avoid running afoul of the IRS. Learn about inherited IRAs and how they work. The post What Is an Inherited IRA? Benefits, Rules
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Are you getting bombarded with TV commercials and a mountain of health insurance advertisements in the mail? You’re not the only one. It’s that time of year again: Medicare open enrollment. During this roughly two-month period, Medicare beneficiaries can compare and adjust their coverage. Private insurance companies aggressively advertise their plans in hopes that you’ll
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Rising prices, a volatile stock market and general economic uncertainty may have you wondering if now is a good time to pause your retirement contributions until things calm down a bit. It’s typically a good idea to keep putting money aside for later regardless of the economy. Still, all the volatility might provide a reason
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Dear Penny, Please help me evaluate a tantalizing temptation. I am a 58-year-old single gay white male college graduate with no dependents. I worked hard, prospered, lived frugally and saved for over 30 years. In my early 50s, I was promoted beyond my skills and abilities and consequently floundered professionally. Currently, I am self-employed owning/managing
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If your 65th birthday is approaching, it’s time to talk about Medicare. You know it kicks in when you turn 65, but how does it work? Some people are automatically enrolled while others need to sign up through the Social Security Administration. You’ll also need to get coverage for prescription drugs and maybe a supplemental
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In a previous article, I highlighted the negatives of early retirement nobody likes talking about. It might have seemed like the negatives of early retirement outweighed the positives. Further, some readers commented I sounded depressed. In actuality, I just wanted to provide some balanced perspective before you make one of the biggest decisions of your
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Early retirement sounds great and it is great for the most part. But there are negatives of early retirement life that also needs to be discussed. I retired early in 2012, at the age of 34. Then I unretired a year later because early retirement felt unnatural. Since retiring early in 2012, I’ve redefined what
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A Savings Incentive Match Plan for Employees, or SIMPLE 401(k), is a type of employer-sponsored 401(k) plan structured for small businesses with 100 employees or fewer. It is a cost-effective way for small businesses to offer a qualified plan to employees who have received at least $5,000 in wages in the previous calendar year. For
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A traditional IRA is a tax-advantaged individual retirement account that allows you to invest on a pre-tax basis, meaning you don’t pay income tax on the money when you invest it. Your balance can grow tax-deferred, and when you withdraw it after you reach retirement age, you’ll pay taxes on qualified account disbursements. One of
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