Retiree in Training

RETIREMENT & LONGEVITY Practice makes perfect when it comes to retirement. Are you ready to retire? Are you sure? Think about it before you say, “Yes!” Most of us really look forward to the idea of well-deserved, unstructured free time. A time to do exactly what we please when we please – spend time with…

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Retirement doesn’t have to mean leaving your career behind

RETIREMENT & LONGEVITY More and more Americans are incorporating work into their retirement years. The traditional image of retirement as a time of purely leisurely pursuits is no longer the norm for many Americans. A growing number of people over the age of 65 are choosing to remain in the workforce for a variety of…

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10 things your kids don’t want when you downsize

FAMILY & LIFESTYLE Among the list of least-wanted heirlooms? Fancy dinnerware, dark brown furniture and sewing machines. With spring in the air, now is a popular time to organize and declutter. But if you’re making a list of items for your kids or grandkids to pick up, you might want to establish a backup plan.…

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How does SECURE Act 2.0 change saving for retirement?

Washington Policy Analyst Ed Mills outlines key components of the new legislation. The year-end fiscal 2023 government funding bill contained legislation that makes the most significant changes to the U.S. retirement savings system in decades. The SECURE Act 2.0 legislation builds on retirement savings changes passed in 2019 and contains new provisions that further raise…

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7 Ways To Boost Your Savings

Discover smart options to grow your savings. Although saving more takes some effort, it may be easier than you think – there may even be “free” money available that can help. Here are some tips: Take advantage of an employer match. If they’ll match 3%, you’ve just covered 6% of your retirement savings goal when…

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Social Security Myths and Misconceptions

RETIREMENT & LONGEVITY Learn how to get the most from your hard-earned benefits. There’s no doubt about it. Filing for Social Security can be daunting. There’s a ton of information – and misinformation – to weed through, as well as the need for some calculations based on several variables. Your benefits depend on your age,…

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Trim Your Future Tax Bill by Thinking Ahead

Signature Wealth Strategies, Tax Planning, Florence SC

Don’t procrastinate when it comes to prepping for tax season. The tax code can be a labyrinth to navigate. Nevertheless, taking action now – while you, your financial advisor and accountant have time to think through the possibilities and maximize your tax savings – could be more than worth the effort. Consider adding one or…

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Helping You Plan Today For The Tomorrow You Envision

Longevity is here to stay. But it’s quality – not just quantity – of life that truly matters. Fortunately, we’re here to help you with both. According to the World Health Organization, global average life expectancy has risen by more than six years in the past two decades. That’s why it’s more important than ever…

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Home, Sweet Home(s): Investing in Real Estate

Real estate investing

In his celebrated 1822 song, Home, Sweet Home, playwright John Howard Payne profoundly and firmly holds his own home as a more revered spot than a royal palace (even if the said home is a “lowly thatched cottage”). While you may not know Payne by name, you’ll undoubtedly be aware of his brilliant and imperishable…

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