The answer is “YES”, although the circumstances have to be extraordinary. Globally, only a few markets have gone to zero. The largest was Russia in 1917 and China in 1949. While other markets have collapsed, they have subsequently recovered. Read More
If your household earns over $30,000 per year, you are going to need more than social security to keep up your lifestyle in retirement. This is why many financial advisors recommend saving enough to replace 80% or more of your pre-retirement income.
When it comes to retirement planning, most people think a one-size investment strategy fits all. Here are three reasons why retirement planning does—and should—work differently for different people. Read More
These 6 questions to ask your financial advisor will make sure you find the right person. Read More
If you’re fortunate enough to not have your family income reduced during this time, there are some opportunities to protect yourself and grow your long-term wealth if you are under the age of 55. Read More
The SECURE Act was signed into law into law in December 2019 and went into effect on January 1, 2020. The SECURE ACT changed some important aspects of retirement planning, the biggest one being the age at which to commence your Required Minim Distribution (RMD). Read More
Let me show you how to have a really BAAAAADDDDDDDD retirement. Read More
Some days the water is perfectly flat all the way across. Not even a ripple. The next day the water is really rough. Without even having to give it a second thought, our mind is aware that both, either flat or rough, is totally normal. Read More
