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Category: Retirement Planning

Learn the basics of IRA tax benefits
June 30, 2022Scott MaurerIRS Rules and Regulations

The Basics of IRA Tax Benefits

IRAs are one of several ways you finance your retirement. You may have a pension plan and/or Social Security benefits along with personal savings, but IRA tax benefits play a critical role in your savings strategy to retire in style. The information below applies to typical and … Read More

What are the investment alternatives in a bear market? Rental property, like the little house behind a white picket fence, is one example.
June 16, 2022Scott MaurerAlternative Investments

What Are the Investment Alternatives in a Bear Market?

In times of economic turmoil, people may feel they need to wait to open a self-directed IRA. Some say they are hesitant to move forward until the market stabilizes. Others want to leave money in their stock account until they “recoup” their losses and get back to … Read More

Alternative investments for IRAs
June 8, 2022Scott MaurerAlternative Investments

What Are Stock Market Alternatives for IRAs and Other Investors in 2022?

You may already know that real estate is a popular asset in self-directed retirement plans. But stock market alternatives include much more than real estate. The alternative investment class offers many possibilities beyond Wall Street stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. This article provides a deeper look into … Read More

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June 1, 2022Scott MaurerIndustry News

SECURE Act 2.0: How These Reforms Impact Your Retirement Planning

Once again, there are retirement planning reforms for Americans on the horizon. The SECURE Act 2.0 recently passed through the House and is currently making its way through the Senate for final approval by the end of the year. Whether the provisions in the SECURE Act 2.0 … Read More

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May 25, 2022Scott MaurerAlternative Investments

How Safe Are Your Retirement Savings When Stocks Tumble?

If your retirement plan holds stock, you’re probably aware that your portfolio will take a few hits over your lifetime. Everyone loves bull markets, but you should be prepared for bear markets, too. This article explains how alternative investments can help offset losses when the stocks tumble. What … Read More

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April 23, 2022Scott MaurerRetirement Planning

How to Invest Old 401(k) Funds When You Change Jobs

Don’t forget about your 401(k) when you change jobs. If you have a retirement plan housed with your old employer, you don’t have to leave it there. You have a few options that allow you to continue invest old 401(k) funds when you find new employment. This … Read More

Income tax deadlines and how to start retirement planning
March 9, 2022Scott MaurerIndustry News

Important Tax Payment Deadlines and How to Start Retirement Planning for 2022

With inflation and interest rates on the rise this year, combined with the erratic state of the stock market, it’s more important than ever to create a solid financial plan that includes saving for retirement. Below are important dates you need to know on how to start … Read More

Retirement planning checklist
March 2, 2022Scott MaurerRetirement Planning

Retirement Planning Checklist for 2022

If you’re the type to plan, you probably created retirement and financial goals towards the end of last year. But perhaps you didn’t, or maybe you’re just beginning to start saving for retirement. Either way, this article provides a retirement planning checklist for 2022 that can get … Read More

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January 28, 2022Scott MaurerRetirement Planning

Retirement Planning Strategy for 2022: Resolve to Get Involved

Self-directed IRAs and other savings plans are used by people who want to control their own retirement funds and investment decisions. After all, who is better qualified to secure a successful future for yourself than you are? If you agree, we encourage you to explore a new … Read More

7 Easy Ways to Build Retirement Wealth Right Now
December 2, 2021Scott MaurerRetirement Planning

7 Ways to Build Retirement Wealth the Right Way

The pandemic has caused significant health and financial issues over the past two years. True to form, the stock market has played its typical part of rising and falling during this period of economic uncertainty and rising inflation. If your retirement plan has suffered or if you … Read More

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