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May 23, 2022
We all know that 401(k)’s are among the most popular retirement accounts. But a survey by TD Ameritrade found that only 27% know how much they’re paying in fees. The smaller the plan, the larger the fees, which can exceed 2%. That can cost you tens of thousands of dollars over time. Hear how Steve can help you...
May 16, 2022
INFLATION! INFLATION! INFLATION!
We are all feeling the burn at the pump, the grocery store - pretty much everywhere right? When you enter retirement, the paychecks stop, and you have your "pile of money" to get you to and through retirement, how can you protect your retirement...
May 9, 2022
The question most retirees ponder is how much they should take out of their financial plan each month to meet their spending needs. For a long time, many have subscribed to the “4% Rule.” But a columnist in the Wall Street Journal has his own that he calls the “$400 Rule.” He says you’ll spend about $400...
May 2, 2022
We haven’t seen the end of interest rate hikes as inflation continues to threaten the economy. But legendary investor Mark Mobius tells CNBC that there’s one way to hedge against it. Steve weighs in on this and explains how to protect and grow your income during these times of inflation.
Apr 25, 2022
Saving up for retirement is one thing, but withdrawing money once you’re retired is another. An article on the SmartAsset financial website talks about the four worst mistakes people make in withdrawing from their accounts. Hear Steve explain how to determine the best order to withdraw from your retirement...