Should You Make Changes To Your Investments Now?

With the stock market declines and volatility we've seen this year, just about everyone is asking the same questions - Should I make changes to my investments? The answer depends on whether you've got the right investment strategies structured to take the right level of risk that is consistent with your long-term financial plan. More insight on that during this episode of the Wise Money Show.

Financial Planning in Your 20s

The financial decisions you make in your 20s can affect your finances for years to come. Between student loans, starting saving for retirement, and expensive housing markets, the pressure to make the correct financial decision can seem daunting. We're helping you make wise financial decisions as we wrap up our series on the best financial advice by decade in this episode of The Wise Money Show.

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Financial Planning in Your 30s

In your 30s you'll face many new and interesting financial challenges. You are likely making more money now than ever before and facing significant financial decisions — like having kids, purchasing a bigger house, changing careers, and more. Whether you are entering your 30s or halfway through, we are helping you face the biggest financial planning decisions in your 30s on this episode of The Wise Money Show.

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Financial Planning In Your 50s

Financial planning in your 50s may be the most important decade. In your 50s you have significant competing financial priorities like helping kids with college, maybe a big home decision or wedding to help pay for, and that is on top of making a final push for retirement. How do you plan appropriately for all of these items? We're helping you with the biggest financial decisions you'll face in this episode of the Wise Money Show.

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Financial Planning In Your 70s

Depending on your age, certain areas of your financial life require more attention. In this new series, we're going to highlight one decade at a time to discuss what important financial decisions need to be made during that stage of life. We kick off the series by starting in your 70s; on this episode of Wise Money.

Season 7 Episode 41

Do You Need to Take RMD From a Roth 401(k)?

The Roth IRA does not have a required minimum distribution (RMD) like the IRA does once you turn 72. But, do you have to take an RMD from a Roth 401(k)? We're covering that topic and answering other listener questions during this episode of the Wise Money Show.

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Changes to Investments During This Volatile Market

Although a market pullback has been anticipated, the timing and magnitude of it is always unknown. What is causing the recent pullback, when might markets bottom, and what adjustments should you make with your investments during the volatile market? We are answering those questions and more during this episode of the Wise Money Show.

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Links: https://www.investopedia.com/articles/fundamental-analysis/09/market-investor-axioms.asp https://am.jpmorgan.com/us/en/asset-management/adv/insights/market-insights/guide-to-the-markets/

Roth Conversion Steps to Follow

There are times when you should consider a Roth Conversion, and times in your financial life when it doesn't make sense. For the times when you should consider doing one, what steps should you follow to do the Roth Conversion? Following these steps will help you avoid unnecessary and costly mistakes. That and more during this episode of the Wise Money Show.

Season 7 Episode 38

How To Avoid 10% Early Withdrawal Penalty

If you need to access your IRA after turning age 59.5, you are able to do so and pay the taxes on your withdrawal without penalty. However, what if you need to access your funds before that age? What are the exceptions to the 10% early withdrawal penalty when taking IRA withdrawals prior to age 59.5? We'll share them and some changes to this list during this episode of the Wise Money show.

Season 7 Episode 37

Biggest Financial Surprises in Retirement

When you envision retirement, the last thing you are thinking about is the surprises you may come across. What are those surprises, obstacles, and decisions you'll face when you get into retirement? We've helped thousands of people retire and from that experience, we want to share what the biggest surprises are in retirement and how to prepare for them during this episode of the Wise Money Show.

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