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3 Things to Do if the Stretch IRA Dies
The House of Representatives voted in favor of the Secure Act 417-3, and the bill is now on a fast track to vote in the Senate. The bill would do away with the tax-planning strategy for inherited IRA commonly referred to as the “stretch [...]
Plan to Maintain Your Independence This 4th of July
Many Baby Boomers are watching their parents age to the point where they should move out of their home – and refuse. Maybe it’s that they are stubborn when it comes to their independence, or maybe they refuse to be a burden on their [...]
Retirement the Machiavellian Way
When someone says “Machiavellian,” you might think of a lying schemer, a power-hungry politician, or ruthless individual who believes the ends justify the means. But this characterization isn’t quite fair to the political philosopher Niccolo Machiavelli. He gave practical advice to the prince of [...]
A Plan to Help Minimize Your Taxes in Retirement
Your steady source of income might disappear in retirement, but unfortunately your taxes probably won’t. Did you know that up to 85% of your Social Security benefit could be taxed? And, retirement account distributions are taxed differently than investment income. If you’ll have multiple [...]
Covering Long-Term Care Costs
Some of the major expenses you’ll need to anticipate in retirement are your healthcare costs. There are many choices to make when it comes to choosing a Medicare plan, using an HSA, and qualifying for Medicaid. One healthcare cost that is easy, but possibly [...]
Are You Ready for Endless Summer?
It’s time to start planning your summer, and whether you’re going to laze around on the beach, visit friends, or take a trip, it’s important to also start thinking about your retirement plan. On average, we spend more time every year planning for vacations [...]
Social Security’s Decreased Buying Power
Some are worried about the state of Social Security since the latest report found that starting next year, the program’s annual cost will exceed its income. Some speculate that since the program’s trust fund is expected to be depleted by 2034, cuts are inevitable. [...]
PRESS RELEASE: Check out Charisse’s Appearance on Hollywood Live!
Charisse Rivers, CEO and Founder of Zinnia Wealth Management, was recently seen on ABC, NBC, CBS and FOX network affiliates around the country on Hollywood Live, with Jack Canfield, Best-Selling Author® and co-creator of Chicken Soup for the Soul. Hollywood Live, was filmed in [...]
What is a Phased Retirement Program?
Some look forward to their last day of work, some are disappointed to leave coworkers and a purposeful career, and others are somewhere in between. There are many things to love about retirement, like the freedom to travel, spend time with family and friends, [...]
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