08/10/2026
If you have $5 million saved for retirement, your RMDs will change every year. Find out exactly how much you must withdraw at ages 73, 75, 80 and 85.
Got $5 Million Saved? Here Are the Huge RMDs the IRS Makes You Take at 73, 75, 80 and 85
08/04/2026
Is big tech ruining the quiet retirement dream? From soaring electric bills to relentless noise, here is the hidden toll data centers are leaving on local communities.
Here’s What Retirement Is Really Like When Your Next-Door Neighbor Is a Data Center
Is AI ruining the quiet retirement dream? From soaring electricity bills to relentless noise, here is the toll that data centers are taking on local communities.
07/28/2026
Noncitizens don't get the unlimited marital deduction. Learn how the QDOT bridges this gap to defer estate taxes and protect your family's legacy.
Married to a Noncitizen? Don't Let the IRS Become Your Biggest Beneficiary
07/21/2026
Searching for an affordable home in 2026? Here's what it costs to live in these ten 'affordable' states.
10 States With The Cheapest Property Tax Bills Ranked by Affordability
07/14/2026
If you've made a large capital gain from selling a property and want to do a 1031 exchange, you might want to pause and consider how that will affect your portfolio in the long term.
A 1031 Exchange May Look Great on Paper, But It's Not Just About Taxes
If you're considering a 1031 exchange after making a large capital gain from selling a property, stop and ask how it will affect your portfolio in the long term.
07/07/2026
The article highlights how different withdrawal strategies may affect taxes during retirement.
The 'Take That Uncle Sam' Tax Quiz: Are You Overpaying in Retirement?
Test your retirement tax knowledge with our short quiz.
06/30/2026
June is Annuity Awareness Month, a great time to rethink your retirement income strategy.
Retirement today can be active, fulfilling and longer than ever. A 65-year-old today could live 20 to 30 more years. That makes having a smart income strategy essential.
Retirement income solutions may help address goals such as:
• Cover essential expenses more predictably
• Worry less about outliving your savings
• Stay resilient through market shifts
Your retirement is unique. Your income strategy should be, too. Let's connect and build an income plan that fits your goals.
06/23/2026
This Annuity Awareness Month, let’s explore how annuities may help support your estate plan. Depending on the contract, annuities can:
• Provide retirement income during your lifetime
• Offer a death benefit to beneficiaries
• Potentially pass proceeds outside of probate
Estate planning is an on-going process. This month let’s review your strategy and make sure it reflects your current goals.
04/14/2026
Even Americans who are covered by health insurance can emerge from medical emergencies with long-lasting financial scars, sometimes leading to bankruptcy.
Medical emergencies can lead to debt and bankruptcy — even for insured Americans
Being hospitalized for an injury, such as a car accident, increases your risk of carrying medical debt and needing to file for bankruptcy, a new study finds.
04/09/2026
The Letter editors review the projected pace of the economy for 2026. Bigger tax refunds and resilient consumers will keep the economy humming in 2026. What are your thoughts?
The U.S. Economy Will Gain Steam This Year
Bigger tax refunds and resilient consumers will keep the economy humming in 2026.