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The new Roth IRA rules present some interesting opportunities - for the right people.
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The "stretch IRA" is not a new IRA account on the market, or even a new investment concept, it is simply a wealth transfer method that allows you the potential to "stretch" your IRA over several future generations. As an IRA owner, you are typically required to take minimum distributions from your IRA ...
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You don't have to take anything out of your IRA this year, but maybe you should.
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Gold is a very useful investment during periods of instability and high inflation.
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Not everyone needs a professional. Find out how to make the call.
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Goldman employees lag; pilots' packages soar.
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Learn how different rules of asset handling apply to various retirement plans.
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This has been the topic of an ongoing debate in the financial community between estate planning attorneys and financial advisors. For retirement accounts, investors are given the opportunity to name both primary and contingent beneficiaries on their accounts.
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Recharacterizing your Roth back to a Traditional IRA is a great way to capitalize on a major market decline.
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Retirement can be pricey but there are ways to boost your savings and minimize your costs.
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Being laid off is an unpleasant experience that many Americans are experiencing through this recession. But there is hope.
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These cities are, all things considered, some of the best places in the country to settle down.
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Many are choosing to work longer in order to rebuild their nest eggs, but despite the extra income, there are drawbacks.
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This event serves as a stark reminder to investors about understanding their portfolios.
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Find out what you need to know to plan for retirement, and which resources do the best job of showing the way.
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Structured financial products are so elaborate that investors are unable to assess costs and risk.
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It's never too late to start saving for retirement, but there is a "better" time to get it rolling.
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Rebounding from a stint of unemployment can be a frustrating thing to do. These tips should soften the blow.
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If you're trying to determine whether you should throw out your life insurance policy along with your business suits, here are a few things you should keep in mind.
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Be a couch potato! This passive, but diversified, investing strategy could be for you.
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By now, you're probably sick of hearing the b word. Too bad. This is just of those financial lessons that cannot be preached enough.
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Find out which stocks one of the world's best investor is putting his faith in.
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The market rollercoaster has many retirees calling it quits on stocks. Big mistake.
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If your modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) is $100,000 or less and you are not married filing separately, you may initiate a taxable conversion of a Traditional IRA to a Roth IRA. You can do a direct trustee-to-trustee transfer or receive a distribution of your traditional IRA and then roll it over ...
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Before you run out and buy gifts for others, make sure you give yourself a gift by wrapping up all the tax breaks you possibly can.
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While you are spending, these careers are making big bucks.
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Spending investment interest in retirement can be a viable strategy, but it won't work for everyone.
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Risk aversion seems to come to us naturally, preventing us from stepping into unfamiliar territory. But feeling comfortable isn't always the best thing for your portfolio.
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Learn from others and don't fall prey to these financial pitfalls.
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Becoming a millionaire is not as hard as you might think - it just takes time.
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Find out how to reach your long-term goals without becoming a tightwad.
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The future may seem far off, but now is the time to plan for it.
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Despite the market’s recent volatility, there are some investors who haven’t seen negative returns. Learn their secret.
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If you were born in 1929 or later, you'll need forty Social Security credits to be eligible for Social Security retirement benefits. You can earn up to four credits per year, which means that you will need to work at least ten years to become eligible for retirement benefits.
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If you are looking for a retirement play with a guaranteed structure payout, lifetime income annuities could be the answer.
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Stocks have long been trumpeted as necessary to ensure a comfortable retirement. But does that advice still make sense?
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Don't let "financial porn" steer you away from a sensible, long-term approach to investing.
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These retirement income distribution methods are all viable; the one you choose will depend on your personal circumstances.
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In the long-term, many people will see the benefits of maxing out a 401(k) contribution. Is it right for you?
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Use this vehicle to make sure your payout lasts as long as you do.
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Acquaint yourself with the principle built on the discovery that stock markets did not behave in a chaotic manner.
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Retirement planning is more than just packing your bags and sailing to paradise. Do your homework and enjoy the golden years.
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Variable annuities can cost more than mutual funds, but that might be worth the protection they can add to your retirement.
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We look at how to determine the health of your company's pension plan, and what to do if things are looking grim.
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If you aren't a U.S. citizen, even if you are a legal resident, you may be missing out on government programs.
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Start your own investing adventure with the help of some simple guidelines.
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Recent mergers by big players show economic optimism.
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Stable value funds can provide higher yields and lower risk.
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Have you weighed the consequences of your choices against their apparent benefits? In many cases, the answer is no.
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Keep saving when mortgages, marriages and debt demand your attention.
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