The Seaside Blog

As we move through 2023, the global economy has been experiencing some significant changes. Unfortunately, one of these has been the failure of several prominent U.S. banks; specifically, Silicon Valley Bank, Signature Bank, and First Republic Bank. Understandably, these failures have caused many retired or soon-to-be retired Americans to question whether they can rely on their banking partners for the long haul. This is an important topic, so let’s discuss it.

One of your largest retirement expenses is your tax bill. But herein lies an opportunity. And that’s strategic Roth conversions during your retirement gap years. If executed correctly, this strategy can significantly reduce your tax bills over years or even decades. And that means increased odds of preserving your retirement savings for a longer period of time.

Taxes are one of the largest expenses retirees are faced with. People are routinely living into their 90’s (and beyond) and if you don’t have a good plan for tax-efficient income in retirement, you may end up paying more than your fair share in taxes over your lifetime. Taxes can take a large bite out of your retirement nest egg and one way to ensure your investments last longer is to be more tax-efficient with them. This article will show you some strategies to create tax-free income in retirement.

Spring is an ideal time to clean up your finances, clear out the clutter & get a fresh start. Consider these 7 suggestions to get a better handle on your finances.

Retiring early is a common dream for many, but the decision to do so can be a difficult one. Having every day off to do what you want sounds appealing, especially when work is getting tiring. However, one mistake can derail a lifetime of good planning, saving and investing. The risks associated with retiring early should be considered in light of the potential rewards that come with such a decision. Ultimately, the success of a decision to retire early will depend on your financial security and preparedness for the lifestyle change.

While saving for retirement you face a lot of uncertainty along the way. Markets continue to go up and down, inflation may go up which reduces your purchasing power. Once you get to retirement you may be worried about outliving your retirement nest egg. One big retirement risk that people often do not consider, sequence of returns risk.