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An Explanation of the Various Facets of a 401(k) Plan
A 401(k) plan is a qualified defined contribution retirement plan that is employee-funded and company-sponsored. In some cases, employers can opt to match the employees' contribution. As a defined… Read More »
Article in Retirement »Introduction to IRAs and Distribution Options
Individual Retirement Accounts are tax-deferred plans that a participant establishes with a bank, mutual fund, or brokerage; periodic contributions can be invested in different types of securities suc… Read More »
Article in Retirement »Taxation of IRA Contributions
The tax implications of IRAs can be broken down into the following categories: Taxing of deductible and non-deductible contributions Withdrawals are taxed if the origina… Read More »
Article in Retirement »Different Types of IRAs
There are several types of IRAs: Traditional IRA The term used to define the regular IRA to participants under age 70 1/2. Annual contributions have a limit of $3,000 mi… Read More »
Article in Retirement »Roth IRAs: Contributions, Withdrawals, Distributions etc.
The Roth IRA is a traditional IRA that has no tax-deductible contributions but provides other benefits. In certain cases, earnings are tax-free and withdrawals are tax and penalty free. The main advan… Read More »
Article in Retirement »An Overview of Retirement Planning
Everyone wants to have a comfortable and enjoyable retirement, but without adequate planning it probably won't happen. People are living longer than ever, which is obviously good news, but that me… Read More »
Article in Retirement »Tips on Retirement Planning
Nowadays, people are living longer so retirees are spending 30 years or more in retirement. It is important to plan ahead if you want to maintain your standard of living during that time. In… Read More »
Article in Retirement »Types of Retirement Plans
Among the different types of retirement plans, there are government-sponsored plans, personal plans, annuities, and employer-sponsored plans: Government-sponsored Plans: The … Read More »
Article in Retirement »Keoghs and Their Distribution Options
Keoghs plans are tax-deferred retirement plans intended for self-employed individuals and their employees. There are two types of KEOGH plans, Defined Contribution Plans and Defined Benefit Plans . De… Read More »
Article in Retirement »An Explanation of the Various Facets of a 403(b) Plan
A 403(b) plan is a tax-deferred retirement plan for certain tax-exempt employers, such as non-profit organizations, some hospitals, and public schools. Contributions can grow tax-deferred until withdr… Read More »
Article in Retirement »SEP and SIMPLE Plans
SEP A Simplified Employee Pension Plan is an individual retirement account for a self employed person or a small company with less than 25 employees. This plan allows emplo… Read More »
Article in Retirement »Social Security and the Benefits Provided by It
The Social Security program is a Government-operated retirement plan that provides monthly income to retirees. It was designed to meet the basic needs of retirees, but if you're not yet close to r… Read More »
Article in Retirement »Annuities as an Investment For Retirement
As a retirement-planning tool, an annuity is a contract between you and an insurance company for guaranteed interest and income payments. During the accumulation phase, the investor makes payments to … Read More »
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