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How to Protect Your 401(k) From a Market Crash or Recession
401(k)s You can’t control what happens in the stock market, but you can control what YOU do when there’s a downturn. To safeguard your savings, follow these investing golden rules.
By Mike Piershale, ChFC Last updated
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Most-Overlooked Tax Breaks for People Over 65 and Retirees
Tax Breaks Unfortunately, adults over age 65 often miss tax-saving opportunities that are available to them. Don't let that happen to you.
By Kevin McCormally Last updated
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What You Need to Know About Calculating RMDs for 2023
required minimum distributions (RMDs) If you don’t need to live on your RMDs, then 2022’s market downturn could have a bright side: lower RMDs for 2023 and therefore lower taxes.
By Chris Gullotti, CFP® Last updated
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2 Ways Retirees Can Defuse a Tax Bomb (It’s Not Too Late!)
If you’re retired and find yourself sitting on a “tax bomb,” you may think there’s nothing you can do. But two strategies could seriously reduce your taxes in retirement.
By David McClellan Published
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An RMD Deadline is Approaching Quickly – And Missing It Could Cost You Big Bucks
If you're age 72 or older, take your required minimum distribution now to avoid a big penalty or a double-dip next year.
By Rocky Mengle Published
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Roth IRA Contribution Limits for 2022
Roth IRAs Now's the time to make sure you've contributed the right amount to your Roth IRA.
By Jackie Stewart Last updated
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10 Best Benefits for Military Members and Their Families
savings Service members face a range of threats – from the lethal to the financial. An array of military benefits and programs are meant to offset some of the risk for them, their spouses and their families.
By Lisa Gerstner Last updated
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Are There Cracks in Your Pension Plan?
retirement You're counting on pension benefits in retirement. But how secure is your pension plan? We offer some guidance, including a pension calculator, to help you find out.
By Alina Tugend Last updated
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401(k) Contribution Deadline Coming Soon
Year-end is the common deadline for making max 401(k) contributions that can increase your savings for retirement and help lower your tax bill.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated