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Retire in the Bahamas With These Three Tax Benefits
Retirement Taxes Retirement in the Bahamas may be worth considering for high-net-worth individuals who hate paying taxes on income and capital gains.
By Kate Schubel Published
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I'm a Financial Planner: This Is the Key to Successful Retirement Planning
You have to focus on what you can control — the inputs — and not obsess over what you can't control — the output. Here's how to do that.
By Andrew Rosen, CFP®, CEP Published
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Summer Is Made for Sun, Fun … and Estate Planning Conversations
Now is the time to discuss estate planning with your loved ones to ensure the Great Wealth Transfer is efficient, tax-aware and in line with your legacy goals — not Uncle Sam's.
By Eric W. Bond Published
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Retire in Ecuador for an Affordable, Rich Life
Ecuador offers one of the world’s most painless visa processes in a country rich with biodiversity.
By Drew Limsky Published
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Why Single Retirees Have It Better Than You Think
From housing to health care, see how flying solo in retirement can stretch your funds further.
By Donna Fuscaldo Published
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Don't Have an Estate Plan? Six Things That Could Go Very Wrong
Bad things can happen when you're unprepared, such as big-time taxes and family turmoil. Generational planning can help protect the people you love. Here's some expert advice to help you out.
By Walt West Published
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A Financial Planner's Tips for Teaching Kids About Wealth Without Creating Entitlement
If your kids are likely to inherit and you're worried about how they'll manage, start talking about money and teaching common-sense habits as soon as you can.
By Melissa A. Barkley, CFP® Published
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12 Things You Must Know About Claiming and Maximizing Your Social Security Benefits
Social Security Claiming Social Security benefits at the right time means more money for you. Here’s a guide to everything from knowing your retirement age to spousal benefits.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Think Twice Before You Tap Your 401(k) Early
Penalty-free distributions have become more accessible, but they can be detrimental to your retirement security.
By Liisa Rajala Published