by Sowell | Dec 7, 2022 | Retirement
When it comes to retirement, women may face unique obstacles that can make saving for retirement more challenging. Given that women typically live longer than men, retirement money for women may need to stretch even further.1 Despite these challenges, a wise strategy...
by Sowell | Nov 9, 2022 | Retirement
How do you know you are psychologically ready to retire? As a start, ask yourself four questions. One, is your work meaningful? If it is emotionally and psychologically fulfilling, if it gives you a strong sense of purpose and identity, then there may be a voice...
by Sowell | Sep 6, 2022 | Retirement
Addressing the potential risks of extended term care expenses may be one of the biggest financial challenges for individuals who are developing a retirement strategy. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services estimates that 70% of people over age 65 can expect...
by Sowell | Aug 10, 2022 | Retirement
Have a 401K with a former employer? There are three choices you can make. One of the common threads of a mobile workforce is that many individuals who leave their job are faced with a decision about what to do with their 401(k) account.¹ Individuals have four choices...
by Sowell | Jun 20, 2022 | Retirement
Medicare takes a little time to understand. As you approach age 65, familiarize yourself with its coverage options, costs, and limitations. Certain features of Medicare can affect health care costs and coverage. Some retirees may do okay with original Medicare (Parts...
by Sowell | Apr 12, 2022 | Retirement
What’s a Roth IRA? We get asked this a lot. This article answers that question in an easy-to-understand way. If you have more questions, we’re here to answer them. While many people are familiar with the benefits of traditional 401(k) plans, others are not as...