When is the best time to begin claiming Social Security benefits?
The Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015 eliminated the File and Suspend and Restricted Application for Spousal Benefits “loopholes.” Read the article in the Marietta Daily Journal.
What is a phased retirement?
Afraid you’ll be bored in retirement? Consider a phased retirement by slowly adjusting your work patterns. Read all about it in this week’s Financial Tip.
Financial Moves When You have an Empty Nest
Our experts discuss a case study regarding the financial changes a family can make once the children are grown and on their own.
Give Your Retirement Plan an Annual Checkup
Have your dreams for retirement changed? Year-end is the perfect time to evaluate your plan. Learn what to do in this week’s Financial Tip.
Social Security and the Ten Year Rule Investment Strategy
Our experts discuss a case study about a couple who is trying to work Social Security benefits into their Ten Year Rule investment strategy.
When 401(k) Plans Go Bad—Avoiding Disqualification
401(k) plans that exclude participants, miss contributions or fail discrimination tests can become disqualified. Read all about it in this week’s Business Tip.
Retirement Plan Distribution Pitfalls
Be aware when your leave employer—a retirement plan distribution before age 59½ comes with a penalty! We explain in this week’s Tax Tip.
A Military Buyback May Increase Your Pension Payout
As a federal civilian employee, you have the opportunity to buy back your military time to increase your pension payout. Learn more in this week’s Financial Tip.
Think Twice Before Counting on a COLA
A cost of living adjustment, or COLA, is designed to help you manage rising prices. Read all about COLA in this week’s Financial Tip.
Six Common 401(k) Plan Misconceptions
Do you really know as much as you think you do about your 401(k) plan? Let’s find out in this week’s Financial Tip.