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Financial Planning Tips for Older Women

Money Talk

About 90% of women will need to manage money alone at some point in their lives. ¨ “Through Retirement” Goals- Working age women often focus on “to retirement” goals (e.g., saving for later life in an IRA or 401(k) plan) while older women need “through retirement” goals. 401(k)s), tax-deferred accounts (e.g.,

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Sweeping Changes Coming to Employer-Funded 401(k) Plans

Griffin Benefits

Historically speaking, retirees have typically relied on three primary tools to help them prepare for retirement: pension plans, Social Security, and defined contribution plans, like 401(k) plans. Here’s a look at how 401(k) plans may soon change as part of the SECURE 2.0

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Ten Upsides of Inflation

Money Talk

Not surprisingly, much of the news was negative; e.g., soaring prices for food, gas, utilities, cars, insurance, and more. Increased Savings Contribution Limits - Maximum limits for employer retirement plans (e.g., 401(k)s) and IRAs are pegged to inflation. in June and a still-high 6.5% CPI at year-end.

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Simplifying Your Financial Life

Money Talk

Below are 13 time-saving financial management strategies: Automate Everything You Can - Consider automated bill-paying for insurance premiums and utility service (e.g., Invest Automatically at Work - Participate in a tax-deferred employer retirement plan (e.g. 401(k), 403(b), 457, or TSP).

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Looking Ahead to Your 2024 Tax Return

Money Talk

In a recent article for the Rutgers Cooperative Extension newsletter, VISIONS , I described key features of your tax return to review for future financial planning including income sources, tax write-offs, changes in tax filing status, tax rates and marginal tax brackets, tax withholding, retirement plan contributions, and capital gains and losses.

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SECURE 2.0 Brings Significant Changes for 403(b) Plans

Proskauer's Employee Benefits & Executive Compensa

IRS regulations have established standards for plans to approve financial hardships and a safe harbor for six types of hardships automatically considered to create an immediate and heavy need. Historically, the Code restricted 403(b) plans more than 401(k) plans in terms of the contributions and earnings available for hardship withdrawal.

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Employee Benefits Providers: What Employers Need to Know

Empuls

They offer a range of benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, wellness programs, dental and vision coverage, and more specialized services like mental health support and child care assistance. They help identify the most suitable benefits, such as health insurance, retirement plans, and wellness programs.