RETIREMENT EDUCATION BLOG

Adapting and Adjusting Your Retirement Plans

Retirement plans are not static; they can change due to various factors such as economic conditions, personal circumstances, and legislative changes. Understanding how these changes can impact your retirement and knowing the steps to adjust accordingly is crucial for maintaining financial well-being in your golden years. One of the primary reasons retirement plans may change… View Article

Build a Plan That Fits Your Goals

Crafting a retirement plan tailored to your personal goals is an important step towards planning for a fulfilling and financially confident future. The process involves several key steps that help align your financial strategies with your desired lifestyle in retirement. First steps are to establish your “why” and “what.” Understanding the core motivation behind your… View Article

When to SELL – Mitigating Risk and Optimizing Returns

Knowing when to sell an investment is just as important as knowing when to hold onto it. We provide support on when to sell investments based on market conditions, individual investment performance, and our clients’ financial goals and risk tolerance. When it comes to selling investments, it’s important to have a clear strategy in place… View Article

What Will Your Retirement Look Like?

When contemplating retirement, it’s essential to take a comprehensive approach to ensure that your post-work life is fulfilling and aligned with your personal goals and values. Current reports find that the current life expectancy for American women is 80.2 years, compared to 74.8 years for men1. Depending on your health and target retirement age, it’s… View Article

Navigating Retirement Finances: Crafting a Strategic Income Plan for Your Golden Years

As you stand on the brink of retirement, the excitement of entering your golden years is often accompanied by the crucial task of planning your financial future. Navigating retirement finances can seem daunting, but with a strategic income plan, you can confidently approach this new chapter. Understanding the various sources of retirement income is essential… View Article

Financial Knowledge is Financial Power

When working towards retirement and managing the savings and accounts that will fund it, staying informed can significantly impact your financial decisions and overall strategy. Understanding current financial news and trends helps you make informed investment choices. Market conditions, economic indicators, and geopolitical events can influence the performance of your investments. By staying updated, you… View Article

Do Some Spring Cleaning on Your Debt

Managing debt is a crucial step in planning for a comfortable retirement. It’s obvious that having less debt will leave you with more money to spend as you please, but it’s just as obvious that no one would have much debt if it could be solved in one fell swoop. But with some consideration and… View Article

When to HOLD – Understanding Long-Term Investment Strategies

One of the most important decisions an investor can make is whether to hold onto an investment or sell it. Market Guard® understands that confident investing requires a long-term view and that holding onto investments is often an important component of achieving financial goals. We work closely with our clients to understand their investment strategies… View Article