
Annuity Income May Contain a Hidden Surprise
Jim Lorenzen, CFP®, AIF® Annuity income may feel secure; but, is it really? Once you realize that money is worth only what it can purchase,
Jim Lorenzen, CFP®, AIF® Annuity income may feel secure; but, is it really? Once you realize that money is worth only what it can purchase,
Jim Lorenzen, CFP®, AIF® It isn’t uncommon for people to buy things they don’t need; and when it comes to annuities, it’s often no different,
Jim Lorenzen, CFP®, AIF® Think interest rates may be headed up in the future? Looking for a “safe” way to produce a rising income if
Jim Lorenzen, CFP®, AIF® Wouldn’t it be comforting to know you’re retirement is assured? An income you can’t outlive does have appeal. People who retire
If you have $500,000 in your 401(k) or IRA, it’s not really $500.000. That’s a tax planning mistake most people make going right out of the gate. If you’re married and filing jointly, it’s more likely you could have $325,000 (35% tax bracket) or just $315,000 (37% tax bracket).
The three largest expenses in the federal budget are Social Security/Medicare, interest on the debt, and defense.