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Common Retirement Plans for Small Business Owners
Saving for retirement as a business owner is not always a priority. When you can save, make sure you use the right plan for you.

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What to Consider with Employer-Sponsored Benefits
Make sure you are getting the most out of your employer.

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The Questions You Should Ask Yourself About Your Social Security Benefit
Use this checklist to help better understand your Social Security benefit.

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Should You Contribute to a Roth IRA or Traditional IRA?
The right account for you depends on your situation. This flowchart can help you understand what may be the best course of action.

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Jan 1, 20241 min read
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What Accounts Should You Consider if You Want to Save More?
As you save, make sure you do so in the most beneficial manner. This checklist can help you make those decisions.

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Should You Take Your Pension as a Lump Sum?
Do not be tempted by a lump-sum option. It is only meant to save the company money. Know your numbers and make an informed decision.

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What Should You Consider when Reviewing Your Required Minimum Distributions?
Understanding your RMD ensures you take it on time, but also helps with tax planning in your retirement.

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Are You Eligible for Social Security Benefits as a Spouse?
Depending on your earnings history, you may be better off taking a spousal benefit. This flowchart can help you determine the next steps.

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Jan 1, 20241 min read
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Can You Make a Deductible Contribution to Your HSA?
An HSA can be a good addition to your plan, but you must be eligible. This flowchart can help you determine your eligibilty.

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Should You Set Up a Traditional 401(k) for Your Business?
Is a Traditional 401(k) right for your business?

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Are You Eligible for Social Security Benefits as a Surviving Spouse?
If you spouse passes away, you may be entitled to their benefit. Use this flowchart to help determine your eligibility.

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Should You Establish a SEP or SIMPLE IRA for Your Small Business?
Depending on the type of business you own, and the number of employees you have, a SEP or SIMPLE may be the best option.

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Things to Consider Before You Retire
The tiny details are what can derail your retirement. As you prepare to retire, work through this checklist of things to consider.

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Does an Annuity Fit in Your Financial Plan?
Annuities have their place in retirement planning. This checklist can help you determine if one is right for you.

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Things to Consider when Reviewing Your Investments
Do not invest your money blindly. Know what you own and how it is performing. This checklist provides all the questions to ask your advisor.

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Jan 1, 20241 min read
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Will a Distribution from Your Traditional IRA be Penalty Free?
Before taking money from your IRA, you should check for penalties. Use this flowchart as a guide to prepare yourself for potential penatlies

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Jan 1, 20241 min read
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Important Dates for 2025
There are important financial dates that occur throughout the year, that you do not want to miss. Use this list a resource to stay on track.

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Will Your Social Security Benefit be Reduced?
Filing for Social Security should not be done blindly. This flowchart can help you understand the consequences of pulling your benefit early

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Jan 1, 20241 min read
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Issues You Should Consider Regarding Changes Made by The Secure Act 2.0
The Secure Act 2.0 created more planning options for 2024 and 2025. Use this checklist as a guide to those changes and how you can benefit.

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Jan 1, 20241 min read
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Can You Make a Deductible IRA Contribution?
If a traditional IRA is right for you, do not immediately assume that you can deduct your contribution. Use this flowchart first.

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Jan 1, 20241 min read
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