October 15 Deadlines Are Approaching

By Sarah Brenner, JD Director of Retirement Education October is almost here. This means fall is in full swing. Along with pumpkin spice lattes, football season, and sweater weather come four important October 15 deadlines you will not want to miss! Avoid the Excess...
Weekly Market Commentary

Weekly Market Commentary

The S&P 500 hit a 28th record high for the year before settling lower for the week. Investors endured a choppy week of trading as better-than-expected economic data and better-than-feared inflation data tempered the notion of additional rate cuts.  Several Fed...
Medicare in 2025: What You Need to Know About Your Coverage

Medicare in 2025: What You Need to Know About Your Coverage

As we step into 2025, understanding your Medicare needs is more important than ever. With healthcare costs rising and plan options evolving, staying informed ensures you have the right coverage to protect both your health and your financial well-being. Whether you’re...
Why Fixed Indexed Annuities Are a Smart Choice for Retirement Planning

Why Fixed Indexed Annuities Are a Smart Choice for Retirement Planning

When planning for retirement, one of the greatest challenges is balancing growth potential with protection of principal. Many investors seek opportunities that allow for upside potential without exposing their hard-earned savings to the full risk of market volatility....

IRA Beneficiaries and Roth Conversions: Today’s Slott Report Mailbag

By Andy Ives, CFP®, AIF® IRA Analyst QUESTION: My father passed away in November 2021. I became disabled in April 2022. Am I now an eligible designated beneficiary (EDB) that can use the stretch rule for distributions? I receive disability payments, so the SSA knows...