Topic: Financial Planning

Articles that give you the latest insights into financial planning, including news, tips and other information intended to help you plan your finances.

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Alabama Retirees Could See Lower State Taxes in 2023
 September 16, 2022

School of Saving and Investing

The Lynn Greer Retirement Income Tax Cut Act of 2022 could provide state tax savings for Alabama retirees beginning in 2023.

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How Much Income Does Social Security Replace?
 August 11, 2022

School of Social Security & Medicare

Savers often overestimate the impact of Social Security on their retirement plan. This mistake can lead to an underfunded retirement.

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Retiring in Bear Market
 August 5, 2022

School of Saving and Investing

Successfully navigating a bear market can be difficult for all investors, especially those preparing to enter retirement.

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Comparing the Value of Human Advisors and Robo-Advisors
 July 28, 2022

School of Financial Wellness

Robo-advisors are gaining popularity, but do they add as much value as their human counterparts? New research provides the answer.

Businessmen looking over a stack of reports and planning how to prepare for the potential impact of the Biden 2023 tax plan.
How the New Tax Plan Could Impact You
 June 2, 2022

School of Financial Wellness

President Biden has outlined his plan for taxes in 2023 including tax increases for corporations and wealthy families.

A widow appearing distressed and speaking to her financial advisor about her will, estate plan and financial plan following her partner’s death.
Why Couples and Widow(er)s Should Meet with a Financial Advisor
 April 7, 2022

School of Saving and Investing

Working with a financial advisor can help couples create an estate plan and help widow(er)s deal with new financial burdens.

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Why Should I Have Bonds in My Portfolio?
 February 9, 2022

School of Saving and Investing

Bonds are debt instruments that pay investors a steady stream of income in return for their cash up front. But income is only one of the benefits that bonds can add to a portfolio. In today’s economic environment, many investors are concerned with how monetary policy will affect their bond positions. That’s because inflation typically… Read more »

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Medicare Late Enrollment Fees and How to Avoid Them
 November 12, 2021

School of Financial Wellness

Most Americans are required to sign up for Medicare at 65. Know these important dates to avoid late penalties.

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The 10 Worst States for Taxes
 November 5, 2021

School of Financial Wellness

State taxes provide important services but can be a burden for those citizens paying them. Find out which states have the lowest taxes.