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Retirement Resource Center

February 15, 2026 5 min

T ax-wise retirement planning

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Social Security

February 15, 2026 1 min
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How Interest Rate Levels Affect Lump Sum Values in Pension Plans

January 31, 2026 5 min

For many individuals planning for retirement, pension plans offer a crucial financial safety net. However, these plans’ stability and the lump sum values they…

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Reinventing Yourself: How to Find Purpose and Fulfillment in Retirement

January 18, 2026 8 min

Understanding the Concept of Reinvention in Retirement: a time to relax and enjoy the fruits of years of work — but also to discover new purpose.

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The Top Five Mistakes to Avoid for a Successful Backdoor Roth Conversion

December 27, 2025 6 min

Understanding the Concept of a Backdoor Roth Conversion: a strategy that allows individuals with high incomes to enjoy the benefits of a Roth IRA.

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Navigating Social Security: The Top Five Filing Mistakes You Must Avoid

December 22, 2025 7 min

Understanding the Basics of Social Security: a federal program that provides financial support to retirees, disabled individuals, and their families.

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Maximizing Retirement Savings: 5 Reasons Small Business Owners Should Consider a Simple IRA or SEP IRA

November 30, 2025 6 min

The Importance of Maximizing Retirement Savings: a crucial aspect of financial management, especially for small business owners with variable income.

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Introduction to Estate Planning and Revocable Trusts  (Part II)

September 7, 2025 2 min

The Nuts and Bolts of a Revocable Trust. So, you’ve heard about revocable trusts, but how do they actually function? Let’s break it down step-by-step.

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Market Memo

August 7, 2025 9 min

In my last memo, I discussed how inflation could be disastrous for an economy, especially creditors/savers when left to its own devices. In this memo, I will ex…

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Healthcare in Retirement

February 11, 2025 6 min

Healthcare in Retirement – Retiring Early and Bridging the Gap to Medicare. Retiring early can be one of the best decisions you make if you plan well.

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Planning for the Five Big Tax Challenges in Retirement

January 7, 2025 6 min

Creating a retirement paycheck that generates the income you need while keeping you in the lowest possible tax bracket isn’t simple — but it is doable.

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The Basics of Retirement Budgeting: How to Create a Plan for Your Golden Years

July 14, 2024 4 min

Retirement is a time when you can finally relax and enjoy the fruits of your labor — provided you have a plan to make your savings last.

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Securing Your Legacy: The Benefits of Trusts over Wills

May 9, 2024 5 min

Understanding the Importance of Securing Your Legacy: Trusts vs. Wills. Many individuals overlook the importance of these foundational planning tools.