Retirement planning

Traders On The Floor Of The NYSE As Trump's Speech Spooks Investors 3/12/20
Kimberly Foss
April 28, 2020 12:54 PM

I am advising some clients to ladder maturities to lock in more dependable tax-free income streams — especially for those in states with high income taxes, like California.

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Chelsea Emery
April 23, 2020 11:51 AM

Find more information and the nomination form for Financial Planning's recognition of people, leaders and firms that have demonstrated innovation in response to the coronavirus pandemic.

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The CARES Act includes a direct payment to most taxpayers and their families. (Bloomberg News)
Kimberly Foss
April 5, 2020 10:32 AM

These direct payments are intended to provide direct assistance to American taxpayers who have lost wages, jobs or opportunities because of COVID-19. But there is some fine print.

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10 ways to help clients during coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic
Jeffrey Levine
April 1, 2020 2:03 PM

From Roth conversions to QHFDs: The coronavirus pandemic is forcing difficult questions, and clients rightfully are looking for answers that advisors are uniquely suited to provide.

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Ed Slott
By Ed Slott
March 27, 2020 10:55 AM

The passage extends the IRA contribution deadline and waives RMDs for 2020. Here’s what else financial advisors need to know.

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Craig L. Israelsen
March 25, 2020 12:31 PM

Seeing the size and variation in average returns among a variety of asset classes offers perspective for those who are anxious.

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Paola Peralta
March 11, 2020 6:35 PM

“Find ways to generate income,” says one financial planner.

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