6 Winter Vacation Destinations
In the heart of winter, many travelers yearn for destinations that encapsulate the spirit of the season. If you are looking for some options for winter travel, look no further! Salt Lake City Salt Lake City, Utah, is a winter wonderland, attracting snow sports enthusiasts from around the world. Its resorts are renowned for their […]
3 Tax Strategies You’ll Want to Take Advantage of Before the Year Ends
As the holiday season kicks into gear, we understand that your retirement strategy may not be at the front of your mind. But as the year draws to a close, it’s actually a great time to button up your tax plan to optimize your 2023 and 2024 taxes. Given that taxes are computed annually from […]
7 Easy-to-Grow Plants for Beginners
Starting your own garden may seem intimidating, but it’s a rewarding activity that anyone can do. With the right guidance, you can grow your own lettuce, radishes, kale, peas, sunflowers, cherry tomatoes, and marigolds. Here’s how to get started. Lettuce and Radishes Both lettuce and radishes are excellent beginner crops because they grow quickly and […]
Wealth vs. Income: The Crucial Retirement Question
You may have built up a considerable sum of assets as you approach retirement. But not all assets are the same when it comes to planning for retirement. Here’s an example: you may have paid off your home. But your home probably isn’t going to generate any income during your retirement. A home is a […]
Weekend Halloween Activities for Retirees
Halloween, a celebration shrouded in mystery, magic, and mirth, is not only a hit among children but also a perfect opportunity for retirees to unveil their creativity, connect with their community, and relish the spirit of spookiness. For a fun Halloween weekend, consider these activities! Pumpkin Carving and Decorating Pumpkin carving is synonymous with Halloween. […]
Basic Retirement Planning Tips for Couples
Retirement may be something you’re planning for with a partner. If you are married or are living with someone and you’re both heading into retirement together, there are a lot of things that you’ll need to consider. After all, you’re not just planning for yourself; you’re planning two retirements together! This means you’ll have additional […]
4 Quintessential Fall Desserts
Indulging in delectable desserts is one of life’s simplest pleasures. Let’s take a culinary journey through four unique dessert recipes that will help you celebrate the changing of the seasons: Caramel Apple Cookies, Southern Sweet Potato Cake, Persimmon Pudding, and Cinnamon Coffee Cake. Caramel Apple Cookies: A Fall Favorite Caramel Apple Cookies are the […]
The Importance of Estate Planning
It’s not easy to think about what’s next for all the assets and items that will outlive you. Perhaps you’ve been deferring the creation of a solid plan because the idea makes you uncomfortable. Or perhaps, because you don’t think you have a lot of wealth and believe that an estate plan isn’t required. You […]
Make Time in Your Retirement to Experience the Cultural Phenomenon of “Barbenheimer”
“Barbenheimer” is a term coined for watching the recent blockbuster movies “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” as a double feature.[1] The term carries a symbolic representation of the joy, excitement, and thrill that these two movies offer to the audience, contributing significantly to their massive box office success. The concept of “Barbenheimer” can be an exciting and […]
A Refresher on the SECURE Act 2.0 and a Recent Update to It
The SECURE Act 2.0 was a major change in legislation passed in 2022 that drastically affected many areas of retirement planning.[1] It changed rules for many aspects of financial planning concerning retirement, but some of the most important changes were that it: Pushed back the age of RMDs[1] Changed some rules for catch-up contributions[1] Changed […]
