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The Social Security Administration Announced 2023 COLA Updates. How Does It Impact You?

John Chladek2022-11-02T01:25:05+00:00November 15, 2022|Blog, Retirement, Trending Topics|

On Thursday, October 13, 2022, the Social Security Administration (SSA) released important updates for 2023, including cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) for retirees, changes to Medicare premiums, and retiree earning limits. Are you wondering how these adjustments affect your wallet? Let’s dive into what you need to know about the critical changes ahead. 1. Thanks To COLA, SSA Benefits Are Increasing The adjustments stem from the 2023 Social Security Administration Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA). COLA aims to ensure [...]

5 Clear Cut Signs You Need to Consider A Roth Conversion

John Chladek2021-11-10T03:35:44+00:00October 1, 2021|Blog, Investments, Retirement|

To do a Roth conversion or not to do a Roth conversion, that is the question. A Roth conversion presents a strategic avenue for high-earners to take advantage of a Roth IRA while not contributing directly. While Roth conversions grant increased access to this coveted account, there are several factors to consider before initiating a conversion. Let’s take a look at five telltale signs a conversion may or may not be a good move for [...]

Medicare Open Enrollment Begins Oct. 15th. What Does That Means For Me?

John Chladek2022-11-15T13:25:04+00:00October 13, 2020|Blog, Insurance, Retirement|

Medicare’s open enrollment period happens once a year between October 15 and December 7. During this time, current Medicare beneficiaries have the option to adjust their coverage for the coming year. This can be a useful option for those who may have recently changed medication, underutilized their current coverage or found they could use additional benefits. How to Search For Medicare Plan Options It shouldn’t take a ton of research to determine what your current [...]

7 Principles of Long-Term Investing

John Chladek2017-04-18T13:43:49+00:00April 18, 2017|Blog, Retirement|

Increasing your wealth over time is about more than making the right stock picks or always buying low and selling high. Too often, we see intelligent investors hamstring their potential for success by making fundamental errors in their investing strategy. Over the years, we have observed the effects of fear, greed, lack of discipline, groupthink, and many other pitfalls that investors experience. Accordingly, we have compiled this list of seven principles of long-term investing. These [...]

5 Things Retirees Should Know about Social Security Benefits

John Chladek2017-04-13T12:40:14+00:00April 13, 2017|Blog, Retirement|

Social Security provides an important source of guaranteed income for most Americans. Choosing the right claiming strategy is even more important under new Social Security regulations. For most Americans, Social Security will provide a significant portion of their income in retirement. According to Social Security Administration (SSA) statistics, Social Security benefits account for about 34 percent of retirement income for the average American. One of the biggest mistakes today’s retirees can make is to underestimate [...]

Balancing College and Retirement

John Chladek2016-10-13T13:35:17+00:00October 13, 2016|Blog, Retirement|

Are you faced with the dilemma of saving for your own retirement while at the same time trying to put money away for a child’s college education? How do you pursue both goals? How do you determine which is more important or what path to take? If this hard choice sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Many Americans today struggle to balance their own financial future with preparing their children for success. As financial professionals, we [...]

4 Things Retirees Can Learn From Peyton Manning

John Chladek2022-08-01T15:28:53+00:00August 24, 2016|Blog, Retirement|

After 18 years and a very successful career in the National Football League, the Denver Broncos’ star quarterback, Peyton Manning, retired in 2016 at the age of 39. We wish him well and hope he made the preparations needed to enjoy a long, comfortable retirement. If he did, he’ll be in the minority. Research shows that an estimated 60% of retired NFL players go broke within five years of retirement; nearly 16% declare bankruptcy (http://fortune.com/2015/04/15/nfl-players-bankrupt/ [...]

5 Estate Planning Questions to Ask About Real Estate

John Chladek2016-08-07T14:03:25+00:00August 7, 2016|Blog, Retirement|

Preparing your estate in advance is one of the greatest gifts you can give your family. Many estates include real estate in the form of a primary home, vacation home, and other family properties. While inheriting a property can be a wonderful legacy, it also comes with obligations that heirs may be unprepared or unable to fulfill. If you intend to leave real estate to your heirs, ask yourself these five questions to help avoid [...]

How much income do you actually need in retirement?

John Chladek2016-07-27T18:18:33+00:00July 27, 2016|Blog, Retirement|

One of the most common questions that we get from clients nearing retirement is, “How much income am I going to need to be comfortable?” It’s an important question that gets right at the heart of the retirement puzzle. Although we wish we could give you a round number right here, that just isn’t possible. Too much depends on your personal situation. What is possible is to think ahead about your lifestyle and financial needs [...]

Ten Steps to 401(k) Success

John Chladek2016-07-27T18:07:23+00:00July 27, 2016|Blog, Retirement|

The 401(k) plan is becoming the single largest source of retirement savings for a majority of American workers. According to the Society of Professional Administrators and Recordkeepers (SPARK), over 55 million people participate in 401(k) plans. If you participate in a 401(k) plan, the good news is that you have more control over your retirement money. The bad news is that you have more control over your retirement money. For people who do not have [...]

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