If the market has you feeling uneasy lately, you're not alone. When volatility spikes, it’s tempting to retreat or second-guess every move. Many retirees (or soon-to-be retirees) are wondering whether…
The idea of entering retirement mortgage-free sounds comforting. Who doesn’t want to live out their golden years with fewer bills and more breathing room? But here’s the thing: just because…
If you’re moving money between retirement accounts, it’s easy to assume a transfer and a rollover are one and the same. After all, both involve shifting funds from one place…
We all want to believe we’ve done enough. That the nest egg we’ve built, the accounts we’ve managed, and the plans we’ve drafted will be enough to carry us through…
If you’ve ever stared at a sinking stock market and thought, “Maybe now isn’t the time to invest,” you’re not alone. Recessions have a way of shaking even the most…
Retiring early might sound like a dream—but it takes more than wishful thinking and a healthy 401(k) to make it sustainable. Whether your target date is 55 or even earlier,…
At some point, the question hits all of us: “When should I start planning for retirement?” It’s a fair question—and a critical one. Maybe you’re in your 20s, juggling student loans and…
On January 5, 2025, a major shift in Social Security policy became official. The Social Security Fairness Act—long discussed and debated—was finally enacted. And for millions of Americans, especially those…
If you’ve found yourself watching the markets lately with a tight chest and a growing sense of “Should I change my investment strategy?”—you’re not alone. Economic uncertainty, inflation, interest rate…
Saving money in 2025 feels a little different. Prices are higher, markets are unpredictable, and the idea of a comfortable retirement in Springfield can feel more like a moving target…