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SIMPLE IRA: What It Is and How It Works
A SIMPLE IRA allows self-employed and small business owners to contribute funds toward their employees' and their own retirement savings.
By Seychelle Thomas Published
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You've Just Inherited an IRA: What Do You Do Now?
The rules on inherited defined contribution plans (not just IRAs) seem like a moving target, but here’s what you need to know (as the rules stand now).
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA® Published
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Remember: Retirement Accounts Are Not All Taxed the Same
How you handle your pre-tax and after-tax accounts can make a big difference in your income in retirement and the legacy you leave.
By Jerry Golden, Investment Adviser Representative Published
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How to Decide Between a Roth or Traditional IRA
retirement Deciding between a Roth or traditional IRA means understanding the differences for tax implications and qualifications.
By Tom Taulli Last updated
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Is Your Financial Adviser Doing a Good Job for You?
If your meetings focus only on investment returns, that’s a problem. These 10 questions can help you determine if your financial adviser is being lazy.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC® Published
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Pros and Cons of Adding Alternative Investments to Diversify Your IRA
The potential for higher returns from alternative investments such as real estate and private equity comes with some risks. Are they right for you?
By Tory Reiss Published
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Roth IRAs: What They Are and How They Work
Roth IRA A Roth IRA is an individual retirement account that allows tax-free investment growth and distributions, as long as key rules are followed.
By Jacob Wolinsky Published
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Three Strategies to Organize Your Retirement Accounts
Streamlining your accounts and investments, which helps you to know where all your money is and gives you more control over it, is key to a sustainable retirement.
By Gracie Gann, IAR Published
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Should You Roll Over Your Retirement Plan When You Retire?
Here are some pros and cons of leaving your money in the company retirement plan when you retire vs. rolling it over to an IRA.
By Mike Piershale, ChFC Published