Time To Think About Roth Conversions
We have written several blogs over the years on Roth IRAs. Today though, they have even more importance given the downturn in the market over the past couple of months. As a quick refresher, a Roth IRA provides tax-free growth on after-tax contributions. When funds are withdrawn, normally after attaining the age of 59 ½, qualified distributions are tax-free. There are two ways to introduce money into a Roth IRA. The first […]
Demystifying Medicare
All Americans who are age 65 and over are eligible for Medicare. Medicare can be overwhelming for those approaching age 65 and faced with having to enroll in this government managed health insurance program. The purpose of this blog is to take some of the mystery out of Medicare and assist you with the appropriate […]
Hiring a Financial Professional: 6 Keys to Success
In today’s world, hiring a financial professional can be overwhelming. There is a exhaustive list of titles for financial professionals such as financial advisor, financial planner, wealth manager, investment advisor, estate planner, tax planner and accountant. And while each title mentioned above may conjure up a different business model in your head, the fact is […]
President Trump’s Proposed Tax Plan
After much talk about tax reform during his Presidential campaign, the President’s proposed tax plan is out. Although the White House has not released many details – the proposed tax plan is less than 250 words – the law would change the way individuals and businesses pay taxes. The stated goals of the tax plan […]
65 and working: Should I Enroll in Medicare?
In today’s world, many people continue to work beyond age 65, once the normal age for retirement. Nonetheless, 65 is still the age when people first become eligible for Medicare health insurance coverage. A frequently asked question by those working at 65 is whether they should enroll in Medicare. See the chart below for a […]