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Should I Take a $400,000 Lump Sum or $2,000 Monthly Payments for My Pension?
Deciding whether to take a $400,000 lump sum or monthly pension benefit of $2,000 requires calculating the relative value of each option. Generally speaking, the sooner you can receive the lump sum, the more value it will have since you can invest it over a longer period. The monthly payment option may be more valuable […] The post Should I Take a $400,000 Lump Sum or $2,000 Monthly Payments for My Pension? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
History of Amazon: Company and Stock
Amazon is a Seattle-based retailer and technology company primarily involved in e-commerce, cloud computing (Amazon Web Services), digital streaming and artificial intelligence. It owns dozens of diversified subsidiary companies, with large investments in others. Amazon’s stock is listed on NASDAQ under the ticker symbol $AMZN and is part of the S&P 500 index. Here's what […] The post History of Amazon: Company and Stock appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
I'm 60 With $1.5 Million in My 401(k). Should I Convert $120,000 per Year to Avoid RMDs?
It’s a wise move to plan ahead for the taxes you’ll pay on retirement income, including eventual required minimum distributions (RMDs). Instead of waiting until the RMD deadline to start thinking about tax planning, starting the process at age 60 gives you the luxury of time to weigh all of your options and adjust your […] The post I'm 60 With $1.5 Million in My 401(k). Should I Convert $120,000 per Year to Avoid RMDs? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
NVIDIA Q1 2024 Earnings: AI Demand Fuels Growth Leading to Stock Split
NVIDIA's Q1 2024 financial results were announced on March 22, 2024. Jensen Huang, CEO and President of NVIDIA, spoke to investors, stating that "the next industrial revolution has begun,” when referring to the rapid increase in demand for AI infrastructure. Here's what investors can take away from the call, including details on the announcement of […] The post NVIDIA Q1 2024 Earnings: AI Demand Fuels Growth Leading to Stock Split appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
Should I Take a $200,000 Lump Sum or $1,850 Monthly Payments for My Pension?
If you have a pension, your employer will usually give you a choice at retirement: buyout or payments. It's important to review this carefully. In broad terms, many make this choice based on expected lifetime returns. If you take and invest the buyout, what can you reasonably expect in portfolio returns? How will that expectation […] The post Should I Take a $200,000 Lump Sum or $1,850 Monthly Payments for My Pension? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
I'm 64 With $650k in an IRA. Should I Start Converting to a Roth to Avoid RMDs?
You can reduce the impact that taxes have in retirement by converting pre-tax savings into Roth assets. Doing so not only unlocks future tax-free growth, but also helps you minimize or avoid required minimum distributions (RMDs). However, converting a large IRA balance like $650,000 all at once would trigger a significant tax bill in the […] The post I'm 64 With $650k in an IRA. Should I Start Converting to a Roth to Avoid RMDs? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
History of NVIDIA: Company and Stock
NVIDIA makes computer processors. The company started out, primarily, in the video game and graphic design market. In the late 90's and early 2000's, it was known mainly as a leading company in the relatively niche high-performance gaming industry. Today, it is one of the biggest tech companies in the world with a market cap […] The post History of NVIDIA: Company and Stock appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
How Can I Do a Roth Conversion in Retirement If I Don't Have Earned Income?
In a previous article about Roth conversions, an advisor wrote: "For many folks, a prime time for Roth conversions takes place during the years after retirement but before Social Security and RMDs kick in. Those can be relatively low-income years during which initiating a conversion can result in a triple benefit. Those benefits are: lower […] The post How Can I Do a Roth Conversion in Retirement If I Don't Have Earned Income? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
I'm 65 With $800k in an IRA. Should I Convert $100,000 Per Year to a Roth to Avoid RMDs?
Converting to a Roth IRA can be tricky business. For the right household, this is an excellent way to save money on retirement taxes. A Roth portfolio generates untaxed income, letting you keep more of your portfolio and Social Security. It also has no required minimum distributions (RMDs), maximizing your financial flexibility. But remember that […] The post I'm 65 With $800k in an IRA. Should I Convert $100,000 Per Year to a Roth to Avoid RMDs? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
I'm Going to Get $2,500 per Month From Social Security. How Can I Reduce My Taxes?
Taxes can be a big concern in retirement because no matter how well you've saved and invested during your working years your challenge is to keep as much of it as possible. That means structuring your finances, withdrawals and income in a way that minimizes how much you fork over to the IRS. Take Social […] The post I'm Going to Get $2,500 per Month From Social Security. How Can I Reduce My Taxes? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
Should I Invest in Real Estate or the Stock Market? I'm 68 and Selling a $750k Property
I’m 68 and selling vacant real estate that is worth about $750,000. Is it better to reinvest the money by doing a 1031 exchange for income producing real estate or invest in the stock market? I’m already taking Social Security and only have about $100,000 in other liquid assets. I don’t have much other income, maybe […] The post Should I Invest in Real Estate or the Stock Market? I’m 68 and Selling a $750k Property appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
We're 60, Have $1.3 Million in 401(k)s and Will Receive $5,100 Monthly From Social Security. What's Our Retirement Budget?
At its most basic, creating a retirement budget is all about money in vs. money out. You figure out what kind of income you can reliably generate from your combined assets, then compare it against your household spending. If income surpasses spending, you're set. If not, you need to make some adjustments. Need help creating […] The post We’re 60, Have $1.3 Million in 401(k)s and Will Receive $5,100 Monthly From Social Security. What's Our Retirement Budget? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
I Have $640k in an IRA and Will Get $1,900 in Social Security. Can I Retire at 65?
How old are you? When it comes to evaluating your retirement options, this might be the single most important question in finance. Your age will determine how close you are to needing this money which, in turn, will change almost everything about how you evaluate your taxes, returns and other options. For example, say that […] The post I Have $640k in an IRA and Will Get $1,900 in Social Security. Can I Retire at 65? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
I'm 65 and Just Did a Roth IRA Conversion to Avoid RMDs. Does the 5-Year Rule Apply to Me?
Imagine that you’re 65 years old and just completed a Roth conversion during a low-tax year early in retirement to avoid future required minimum distributions (RMDs). However, not long after the conversion, you want to withdraw the money you just paid taxes on. But pursuing the withdrawal without first understanding the five-year rule for Roth […] The post I'm 65 and Just Did a Roth IRA Conversion to Avoid RMDs. Does the 5-Year Rule Apply to Me? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
Is It Wise to Convert 20% of My 401(k) into a Roth IRA Each Year to Avoid Taxes and RMDs?
With retirement planning and taxes, there are often two ways to look at a question: First, can you do something, and then, should you do it? For example, let's say we have a household planning for retirement. Would it be wise for them to convert their 401(k) into a Roth IRA 20% at a time […] The post Is It Wise to Convert 20% of My 401(k) into a Roth IRA Each Year to Avoid Taxes and RMDs? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
I'm Going to Get $3,300 per Month From Social Security. How Can I Reduce My Taxes?
Approximately 40% of households pay taxes on their Social Security benefits, according to the Social Security Administration. If you do owe taxes on your benefits, managing them effectively could save you a lot of money. If you need help planning for Social Security or taxes in retirement, consider working with a financial advisor. However, there […] The post I'm Going to Get $3,300 per Month From Social Security. How Can I Reduce My Taxes? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
Should I Take a $150,000 Lump Sum or $1,200 Monthly Payments for My Pension?
When companies offer a pension, it's common to give retirees two options: collect the pension as a lifetime monthly payment or receive it as a lump sum at retirement. Monthly payments over time are the format that most people associate with pensions. However, a lump sum payment can, sometimes, be the better option. Depending on […] The post Should I Take a $150,000 Lump Sum or $1,200 Monthly Payments for My Pension? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
Thinking of an IRA Rollover? This New Rule Will Impact the Investment Advice You Receive
Financial professionals who give one-time investment advice will soon be legally required to act in their clients’ best interests under the Department of Labor’s new fiduciary rule. Are you looking to hire a fiduciary financial advisor, but don’t know where to start? SmartAsset’s free tool can connect you with up to three advisors who serve […] The post Thinking of an IRA Rollover? This New Rule Will Impact the Investment Advice You Receive appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
I'm Selling Inherited Artwork to Pay for Graduate School for My Grandchild. How Can I Limit the Taxes?
Decades ago, I inherited a valuable piece of art, and I’m now considering selling it to finance a grandchild’s graduate degree that will cost $80,000. What do I need to consider in regard to taxes? Do I sell the piece and pay taxes? Then I could give the money to my grandchild over two years […] The post I'm Selling Inherited Artwork to Pay for Graduate School for My Grandchild. How Can I Limit the Taxes? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
When I Claim My $4,000 Social Security, Will My Wife Automatically Get a Spousal Benefit?
My wife is 76, born in 1948. She retired at full retirement age and currently collects $1,076 per month. I will be retiring and start collecting at 70 this year (I was born in 1954). When I collect $4,000+ per month does her monthly payment go up to spousal benefit automatically or does it have […] The post When I Claim My $4,000 Social Security, Will My Wife Automatically Get a Spousal Benefit? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
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