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Ask an Advisor: I Need an Estate Planner But I Have Trust Issues With Financial Advisors. What Should I Do?
I’m single, 85 years old and I need a financial estate planner, as well as an attorney for a will. All of my investments are in mutual funds that I’ve managed myself through the years, mainly because I’ve had bad (and costly) experiences with both financial advisors and lawyers. I, therefore, keep my financial situation to […] The post Ask an Advisor: I Need an Estate Planner But I Have Trust Issues With Financial Advisors. What Should I Do? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
Chipotle Stock Split: What Investors Need to Know
After an all-time run up of over 7,500%, Chipotle Mexican Grill ($CMG) stock will split 50:1, taking effect as of market open on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. The split will make the stock more affordable for investors, who currently face a price of more than $3,200 for one share of the company. Here’s what investors […] The post Chipotle Stock Split: What Investors Need to Know appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
Tesla 2024 Annual Shareholder Meeting: Elon Gets Paid and the Company Moves to Texas
Tesla's annual shareholder meeting took place June 13, 2024. Elon Musk talked to shareholders about the company's future and progress on real-world AI, electric vehicles, energy and more. Most notably, shareholders ratified a 2018 performance-based compensation packaged for Musk that had recently been voided in a court case in Delaware. This had more than $50 […] The post Tesla 2024 Annual Shareholder Meeting: Elon Gets Paid and the Company Moves to Texas appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
Ask An Advisor Can I Reinvest My RMD in Stocks or Real Estate? I Worry About Double Taxation
If I am not spending all my required minimum distribution (RMD) money each year, can I roll some of this back into my stocks? If so, will I be taxed on the amount rolled back in? Would this be considered double taxation? If I'm only taxed on the additional interest this money generates when I […] The post Ask An Advisor Can I Reinvest My RMD in Stocks or Real Estate? I Worry About Double Taxation appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
Should I Take a $250,000 Lump Sum or $2,750 Monthly Payments for My Pension?
Workers with defined benefit pensions may be offered the chance to collect a one-time, lump sum payment instead of monthly pension benefits for life. Making this decision involves evaluating a number of factors, including the lump sum amount, the amount of the monthly payments and the age of the recipient when the offer is made. […] The post Should I Take a $250,000 Lump Sum or $2,750 Monthly Payments for My Pension? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
When I Claim My $3,000 Social Security, Will My Wife Automatically Get a Spousal Benefit?
When you file for Social Security, your spouse becomes eligible for payments known as spousal benefits. However, they won’t receive these payments automatically. Instead, they must file with the Social Security Administration, whether they’re receiving their own retirement benefits or not. A financial advisor can help you plan for Social Security and build a comprehensive […] The post When I Claim My $3,000 Social Security, Will My Wife Automatically Get a Spousal Benefit? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
Should We Use Cash to Buy Our $1.2M Retirement Home After Selling Our Business?
I'm 63 and totally disabled. My wife owns and operates a family business on a property that we own with no mortgage. Our plan is to sell the business for $795,000 and rent the property for $6,000 a month. We also currently have $1.2 million in the stock market, $400,000 in CDs and high-yield savings […] The post Should We Use Cash to Buy Our $1.2M Retirement Home After Selling Our Business? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
Temporary RMD Relief Extended Through 2024
If you inherited a retirement account, the IRS may have suspended your RMD deadlines. In Notice 2024-35, the IRS has deferred annual distribution requirements for beneficiaries of pre-tax retirement plans. The tax agency issued a similar statement in 2022 and 2023. The result of this notice is that beneficiaries of retirement plans like a 401(k) or […] The post Temporary RMD Relief Extended Through 2024 appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
I'm 64 With $1.2 Million in a 401(k) and $2,800 Social Security Benefit. What's My Retirement Budget?
For an average single person planning to stop working at 64, a $1.2 million 401(k) account and $2,800 Social Security benefit could provide enough income to make ends meet during retirement. Widely used guidelines suggest your annual income may be around $81,600, which may or may not be more than your annual expenses. Much depends […] The post I’m 64 With $1.2 Million in a 401(k) and $2,800 Social Security Benefit. What’s My Retirement Budget? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
I'm Thinking of Using a Financial Advisor. How Much Would It Cost?
As published recently in their annual report by the financial blog, Kitces, pricing in finance is dominated by one model above all others: Assets Under Management (AUM). This is a fee structure that, in theory, incentivizes your financial advisor by paying them more as your wealth grows. This can work well in some cases, particularly […] The post I’m Thinking of Using a Financial Advisor. How Much Would It Cost? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
I'm Going to Get $2,100 Per Month From Social Security. How Can I Reduce My Taxes?
Despite paying into Social Security throughout your working career, your retirement benefits aren’t necessarily tax-free income. In fact, up to 85% of your benefits are taxable, depending on your other sources of income. Several strategies exist for managing and potentially reducing these taxes, including timing retirement account withdrawals and using withdrawals from Roth accounts to […] The post I'm Going to Get $2,100 Per Month From Social Security. How Can I Reduce My Taxes? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
Which Investments Are Better Off in My IRA vs. Roth IRA vs. Brokerage Account?
How do I know which of my investments are better off in my IRA, Roth IRA or brokerage account? -Peter It’s great that you’re considering this – many people overlook the importance of where to hold different investments. Often, this is due to a lack of awareness about how significantly it can impact overall returns. […] The post Which Investments Are Better Off in My IRA vs. Roth IRA vs. Brokerage Account? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
Is It Wise to Convert 10% of My IRA into a Roth Each Year to Avoid Taxes and RMDs?
Roth IRAs are not subject to rules on required minimum distributions (RMDs), and qualifying withdrawals from Roth accounts in retirement are also free of federal income taxes. You can get those advantages for funds in your traditional IRA by transferring them into a Roth account. You'll have to pay income taxes now on funds you […] The post Is It Wise to Convert 10% of My IRA into a Roth Each Year to Avoid Taxes and RMDs? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
When I Claim My $3,500 Social Security, Will My Wife Automatically Get a Spousal Benefit?
Understanding the nuances of spousal benefits is crucial to maximizing your household’s Social Security payments. For example, if you’re set to collect $3,500 per month from Social Security at full retirement age, your spouse may be eligible to receive $1,750 based on your earnings record, although this won’t happen automatically. Eligibility for spousal benefits ultimately […] The post When I Claim My $3,500 Social Security, Will My Wife Automatically Get a Spousal Benefit? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
I'm 62, Have $800,000 and Will Receive $2,600 Monthly from Social Security. What's My Retirement Budget?
Planning for retirement can be both exciting and challenging. Figuring out how much you can realistically spend each year is a key piece of that puzzle. For example, a 62-year-old with $800,000 in savings and a monthly Social Security benefit of $2,600 can reasonably expect an annual income of $63,200 in retirement. Figuring out how […] The post I’m 62, Have $800,000 and Will Receive $2,600 Monthly from Social Security. What's My Retirement Budget? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
I Expect to Live to 100. Should I Convert Some of My $1.4 Million into a Roth at Age 63?
I’m a single woman with no children, turning 63 years old this year but my family has longevity so I’m using 100 years old as my life expectancy mark for retirement planning. I have a combined portfolio of $200,000 in a 5% money market, and $1.4 million in stocks in a 401(k) (mostly dividend stocks) […] The post I Expect to Live to 100. Should I Convert Some of My $1.4 Million into a Roth at Age 63? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
I Want to Convert $865k to a Roth IRA. How Do I Avoid Paying Taxes?
Converting a large sum like $865,000 to a Roth IRA is a strategic move for long-term tax benefits – including tax-free retirement income and eliminating required minimum distributions (RMDs) – but it often comes with a hefty upfront tax bill. The transition from a traditional IRA or 401(k) to a Roth IRA means paying taxes […] The post I Want to Convert $865k to a Roth IRA. How Do I Avoid Paying Taxes? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
Nvidia Stock Split: What Investors Need to Know
Nvidia ($NVDA) stock will undergo its sixth stock split with shares trading at one-tenth the price starting June 10, 2024. Before the Q1 2024 earnings call on May 22, 2024 when the split was announced, NVDA closed at $949.50. Since, the stock has reached all-time highs, breaching the $1,150 mark. While the split price will […] The post Nvidia Stock Split: What Investors Need to Know appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
I'm Selling My House and Netting $675k to Downsize for Retirement. How Can I Avoid Capital Gains Taxes?
It's often said that buying a house is one of the best investments you can make. And, just like any investment, it comes with tax issues. With an investment like stocks or bonds, the profit you make when you sell your holdings – minus the initial investment and any expenses that comprise your tax basis […] The post I’m Selling My House and Netting $675k to Downsize for Retirement. How Can I Avoid Capital Gains Taxes? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
I'm Getting Mixed Advice: Will I Owe Taxes When I Roll Over My Roth 401(k) to a Roth IRA?
I have an after-tax 401(k) that I would like to roll over to a Roth IRA with Schwab. Experts at Schwab say it can be rolled over to a Roth IRA without paying any taxes. I think they are wrong as I will still have to pay taxes on the earnings and capital gains accumulated […] The post I'm Getting Mixed Advice: Will I Owe Taxes When I Roll Over My Roth 401(k) to a Roth IRA? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
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