Retirement
Good Debt Versus Bad Debt And Ways You Can Benefit From Inflation
With inflation remaining aggravatingly high, it’s easy to assume this works against you in all parts of life. But there are ways the self-employed can benefit.
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A Report From The Last Frontier, Part II
NIRS Executive Director Dan Doonan reports on his productive conversations in Alaska about workforce and retirement issues confronting the state.
New Report Reveals Ever Increasing Risk Of Elder Financial Fraud
Financial exploitation of your aging parents remains an increasing risk. Public education is not stopping it, but families can do much to prevent or stop these scams.
Forget To File Your Taxes? You Might Hear From The IRS
According to the IRS, the mailings are being sent to more than 25,000 people who have more than $1 million in income between tax years 2017 and 2021, and to more than ...
How Chronic Diseases In Aging Parents Affect Adult Children
Boomers may not be as healthy as their parents were at the same age. This points to the need for long term care. The burden can fall on family to give that care.
Good Debt Versus Bad Debt And Ways You Can Benefit From Inflation
With inflation remaining aggravatingly high, it’s easy to assume this works against you in all parts of life. But there are ways the self-employed can benefit.
A Report From The Last Frontier (Part I)
NIRS Executive Director Dan Doonan Alaska this week meeting with stakeholders and sharing the findings from a recent NIRS report.
The Once ‘Best' Medigap Plan F Is No Longer The Best
Plan F was once called the Cadillac of Medigap plans, but after the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 it's more of an Edsel.
What The New Fiduciary Rule Means For Your Retirement Savings
This might seem like inside baseball, but it will have a big impact on the way you save for retirement. Don’t wait until it’s too late to know what that impact is.
Ranked: The 18 Best Hidden Gems In Europe, According To A New Report
Looking for the best places to travel in Europe? Check out this list of the 18 best hidden gems, from Spain to France.
How To Use The BAT Success Triangle To Master Money And Life
All the right attitude and technique in the world won’t get you one step closer to your goals if you don’t act.
Capture The New Tax Breaks On Home Improvements
Know how to navigate the IRS regs to capture the tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act.
FTC Ban On Noncompete Agreements May Undermine Your Estate Plan
The FTC recently prohibited non-competition agreements (and non-disclosure or non-solicitation agreements),. This may adversely impact estate and succession planning.
13 Exciting Places Where You Can Live For $1,500 A Month—Or Less
Looking for the cheapest places to live? Here are 13 destinations where you can live the good life on a monthly budget of $1,500 per month (or less).
Plan Ahead To Prevent The Retired Widow’s Money Crunch
It’s inevitable that one spouse or partner will live alone at some point in their life; plan ahead to make sure the survivor will be OK financially.
Why Workers Need Social Security AND Retirement Savings Act (RSAA)
The Retirement Savings for Americans Act, currently pending in Congress, is also part of the solution.
Key Investor Lessons From The New Department Of Labor Fiduciary Rule
The new DOL rule expands the definition of investment advice under ERISA. It is designed to provide additional protections to investor retirement accounts.
3 Mistakes Beneficiaries Must Avoid When Inheriting An IRA
The new rules apply to IRA beneficiaries who received an inheritance in 2020 or later. Tax planning can help minimize the taxes you owe on your inheritance.
What Does It Take To Maintain Aging Parents’ Independence?
Aging takes its toll, and can threaten independence. Help can become an essential tool to allow elders to remain at home. This is a real-life example for one elder.
AI: A Beacon Of Hope In Elder Care
AI companions are more than just machines. Imagine a world where the elderly, who might spend hours or days without human contact, have a companion that listens, learns..
Beware The Tax Traps Sprung On Those Who Move In Retirement
High-tax states try to tax residents who moved to lower-tax states.