Do you have questions about life insurance? Not sure how to plan for retirement? Maybe you need valuable information about when to consider a Roth IRA? To assist members who are interested in learning more about investments and retirement planning, Nymeo gives valuable information to our members every other Friday. Each topic focuses on financial aspects that could help you prepare for your financial future and some even feature an informative webinar! Upcoming topics are listed below.
Upcoming Topics:
June 10th - Savings for Education 529 plans and IRAs
June 24th - The Top Retirement Strategies for Teachers
July 8th - TBD
July 22nd - TBD
August 5th - TBD
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June 3, 2022
Could you benefit from consolidating your retirement assets
Many Americans own two or more 401(k) or IRA accounts. If you are one of these people, consolidating your accounts may help you save time and may provide a more comprehensive view of your financial situation.
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May 20, 2022
How to balance saving for retirement and college at the same time
It’s a familiar balancing act for many families today: saving for retirement and college, two of life’s most important milestones. As a result, parents might feel they have to choose between the two. However, this doesn’t have to be an either/or decision.
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May 6, 2022
Try out this retirement planner calculator
Use this handy calculator to help you create your retirement plan. View your retirement savings balance and your withdrawals for each year until the end of your retirement. Social Security is calculated on a sliding scale based on your income. Including a non-working spouse in your plan increases your Social Security benefits up to, but not over, the maximum.
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April 22, 2022
Key Retirement Savings Milestones by Age
Help prepare for your future by taking note of key retirement ages. Are you in or approaching any of these important age groups?
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April 8, 2022
Non-traditional family financial planning
Today’s families take many different shapes, from more traditional “married with children” family units to less traditional households such as blended families, domestic partners with children and single parents. It's important to have a financial plan that considers your unique circumstances.
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March 25, 2022
Take this 3-Minute Confident Retirement Check
Retirement questions—we all have them! Take this 3-Minute Confident Retirement Check to find answers. Gauge your retirement readiness and see where you stand! If you have questions, you are invited to discuss your retirement journey with Nymeo’s financial advisor.
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March 11, 2022
Maximize Contributions With Catch Up Contributions
Saving any amount toward your retirement is good. And, if you can, consider contributing the maximum allowed amount to your IRA or employer retirement plan. If you are 50 or over, now may be the time to make catch-up contributions.
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February 25, 2022
The Top 6 Myths About Saving For Retirement
When it comes to retirement savings, many will randomly choose a number out of the air and make it a goal.
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February 11, 2022
A must read for snowbirds
Are you a Snowbird? Snowbirds are those who reside in a northern state during summer and travel south for the winter but maintain homes in both states.
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January 28, 2022
Generational Wealth 101
Generational wealth encompasses financial resources, education, and support that is passed down from generation to generation. It doesn’t mean everyone in the family can coast through life.
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January 14, 2022
How Normal Are You?
Americans are not saving enough for retirement, and studies reveal that they are worried about their future.
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December 31, 2021
Should You Work With A Financial Advisor
It’s almost 2022, and most of us have plans to improve something. Maybe it is getting a retirement plan together or organizing your finances. Should you consider working with a financial advisor? Read below and find out.
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December 17, 2021
Donating Retirement Assets to Charity
If you plan on donating retirement assets to charity, there are a few facts to consider.
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December 3, 2021
Learn About the Phases of Retirement
With lifespans increasing, people could face 20 or more years in retirement, which is about 8000 days. Retirement doesn’t happen at once; it comes in phases.
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November 19, 2021
Should You Withdraw Money From Your 401K Before You Retire?
Borrowing or withdrawing money from your 401(k) before you retire is a big decision.
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November 5, 2021
Prepare for Your Future Today!
Whether you need investment strategies, brokerage services, college savings advice or retirement planning, financial advisors possess the expertise to help you navigate through life’s financial journeys and keep you on track so you can reach your goals.
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October 8, 2021
Self-employment income tax basics
Working for yourself comes with a lot of freedom but can also increase complexity when filing taxes. Lay a foundation for successful tax planning by finding answers to your self-employment tax questions.
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September 24, 2021
Cash Savings vs. Retirement Investing
Solid financial planning requires a balance of cash savings and retirement investing. You need a mix of savings and investments to provide for your future one year from now and 40 years from now.
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September 10, 2021
Are You Facing a Forced Early Retirement?
Life is expensive and saving for retirement, when you may not be ready, may feel like it should be on the bottom of list. But, if you save now, you’ll enjoy the fruits of your labor and enjoy retirement as you should.
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August 27, 2021
The Top 6 Excuses for Not Saving for Retirement
Despite the best-laid plans of many people approaching retirement age, nearly half will retire earlier than anticipated due to health issues, the need to care for a family member, or the downsizing of their employer.
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August 13, 2021
Is a qualified charitable distribution right for you?
Wouldn’t it be great if your “half birthday” felt as special as it did when you were a kid? It could when you turn 59 ½ and if you are eligible for an in-service distribution or ISD from your 401(k) plan. As with all investment decisions, there are factors to consider.
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July 30, 2021
What is an In-Service Distribution
Wouldn’t it be great if your “half birthday” felt as special as it did when you were a kid? It could when you turn 59 ½ and if you are eligible for an in-service distribution or ISD from your 401(k) plan. As with all investment decisions, there are factors to consider.
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July 16, 2021
3 Tips for Short Term Investing
While many investments are designed to grow over extended periods of time, there may be occasions, such as saving for a down payment on a home, when there’s only a short window of time to reach a goal.
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July 2, 2021
Breaking Down Estate Planning
Estate Planning is formalizing a plan, one that includes legally viable documents, to ensure your end of life decisions are honored and that after your death, your assets are divided according to your wishes.
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June 18, 2021
10 Financial Questions to Ask Yourself
There are many questions you should ask yourself about your financial life. Can you answer the questions below? If you can't and do not know where to start, we can help!
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June 4, 2021
How to work with a Financial Advisor
An advisor gets to know what’s important to you in order to help you reach your financial goals. They provide recommendations for a diversified portfolio that can help you make progress toward your financial goals and protect against the unexpected. Your advisor’s personalized guidance helps you stay on track over time and amidst a variety of market conditions.
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May 21, 2021
What is an Annuity?
We are often asked “what is an annuity” and “does it make sense for me?” Below is a good explanation of annuities.
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May 7, 2021
Stocks vs. Mutual Funds vs. ETFs
Understanding your investments is important to managing your portfolios. Below are a few basic definitions to help you better understand three investment vehicles: Stocks, Mutual Funds and ETFs.
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April 23, 2021
Life Insurance Explained
Life insurance provides a way to help those you care about maintain their quality of life in the event of an untimely death, and life insurance can also be used to provide retirement and other benefits to you during your lifetime.
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April 9, 2021
Understanding 529 College Savings Plan
Investing in a 529 College Savings Plan can help you save money for college tuition and expenses with additional tax benefits that vary by state and plan. Withdrawals can be used for the beneficiary’s eligible K-12 and postsecondary qualifying education expenses.
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March 26, 2021
All about Asset Allocation and Diversification
Asset allocation is the process of choosing which asset classes are best suited for your portfolio. Generally, asset classes include equities, fixed income, cash, commodities and real estate. Once you've made that determination, it's time to consider how those asset classes will be diversified.
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March 12, 2021
When to Consider a Roth IRA?
A Roth IRA is a special retirement account where you pay taxes on money going into your account, and then all future withdrawals are tax-free (assuming they meet IRS guidelines).
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February 26, 2021
What is an Annuity?
We are often asked “what is an annuity” and “does it make sense for me?” Below is a good explanation of annuities.
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February 12, 2021
Is Retirement Around the Corner?
Are you planning to retire soon? If so, here are three urgent actions and decisions you may be facing soon -- if you haven’t already. Make sure you remember to address these three important age-based milestones.
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