Inheritance – Taxes and Penalties

Q: I just received 3 CD’s as a bequest from my dad. Will I have to pay any taxes on this… Read More

CIA Success Story: Couple Creates Income Streams Before Retirement

In today’s CIA Success Story, we share a story about a couple that was concerned they wouldn’t have enough money… Read More

Small Pension Question

Q: I have a small pension with a department store that I worked at part-time. There are several payment options. For example… Read More

Retirement Plan Question

Q: I just utilized your Social Security Optimizer on the website and I have a question. In the recommended solution section it… Read More

SS Question

Q: I was a federal employee and did not pay into Social Security while working for the government. However, I was… Read More

Are You Invested In Quality?

The markets in 2016 are off to a rocky start, but I believe that if you’re saving for retirement, owning quality,… Read More

Why Cheap Gas Won’t Last Forever

My wife’s family lives in Michigan, so most summers we spend a week in a quaint town right on Lake… Read More

Financial Market Fear: 2016 Isn’t Off To As Rough A Start As You May Think

Just a week into 2016, and the market is off to a difficult start. If it feels like déjà vu,… Read More

Trends to Watch in 2016 as You Plan Your Investments

Over the past several years making predictions about the upcoming year, I’ve noticed that every year the consensus (financial newspapers,… Read More