How Much to Save to a 401(k)

In today’s Marietta Daily Journal we explain that while getting the employer match is important, that should really be the bare minimum you save. Read the Article This article is for demonstrative and academic purposes and is meant to provide valuable background information on particular investments, NOT a recommendation to buy. The investments referenced within this…

Planning Becomes A Different Priority 10 Years Prior to Retirement

In today’s Marietta Daily Journal, Bil Lako, CFP®, explains that investors need to plan for retirement withdrawals about 10 years prior to retirement. Read the Article This article is for demonstrative and academic purposes and is meant to provide valuable background information on particular investments, NOT a recommendation to buy. The investments referenced within this article…

Planning Becomes a Priority 10 Years Prior to Retirement

Chief Investment Officer Troy Harmon, CFA, CVA, is joined by Managing Associate Shawna Theriault, C.P.A., CFP®, CDFA®, and Associate Melanie Wells, CFP®, to discuss the planning priorities for a couple who have been do-it-yourself planners, and are now 10 years away from retirement. The planners cover what the investors should look at and some of the more common issues pre-retirees should address.

403 (b) Plans: The Basics

Retirement plans established under Section 403(b) of the Internal Revenue Code, commonly referred to as “403(b) plans or “tax-sheltered annuities,” have become a popular type of employer-sponsored retirement plan. What is a 403(b) plan? A 403(b) plan is a retirement savings plan, sponsored by a tax-exempt organization or public school, that offers significant tax benefits…