You’ve got options if your best-laid income plans veer off track. You saved decisively and proactively, invested prudently and accumulated a nest egg you’re proud of. Now, you’re ready to enjoy a retirement filled with freedom, new experiences and fond memories. But even the best-laid plans can go awry. Consider these common blind spots related …
Today’s retirees spend their time and money on not-so-traditional pursuits It’s estimated that 10,000 baby boomers reach retirement age every day, according to the U.S. Census. While age may be a commonality among this group, how they choose to spend their free time may be quite different. Certainly, some retirees stick to the traditional archetypes: …
Learn how virtual classes, gap years, K-12 expenses and refunds may impact your education savings. The COVID-19 outbreak has upended normal life across the world, and higher education has been no exception. As many college students responded to the pandemic by taking a gap year (i.e., a year-long break from school) or opting for reduced …
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Learn more about what the savings in a 529 plan can help pay for. 529 plans are valuable education savings tools – they allow you to invest after-tax dollars in an account that will grow tax-deferred and can be distributed tax-free for qualified expenses. However, it’s important to understand which expenses are qualified and which ones aren’t. WHICH …
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Learn about using 529 plans for more than just college savings. 529 plans were originally established to help families pay for qualified higher education expenses by offering tax-deferred investment growth and tax-free withdrawals. In late December 2017, new federal tax legislation changed how these accounts can be used. Though individual states may have variations in …
Most of us associate 529 accounts as college savings vehicles. They’re flexible, allowing you to transfer assets to anyone, including yourself, for the express purpose of furthering the education of your beneficiary. But did you know that a 529 can be a powerful estate planning tool, too? MODERN ESTATE PLANNING Not everyone is in a …
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Interest in solar energy is soaring – and for good reason. Humans have harnessed the power of the sun since time immemorial, using it to tell time and start fires. And we’ve only gotten better at it. These days, we use photovoltaic (PV) panels to generate renewable solar energy, but the idea is basically the …
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Cost-saving innovations and new interest in ESG principles brighten companies’ outlook. As recently as 2010, renewable electricity – other than traditional hydropower – was regarded by many investors as little more than a science project. As part of the U.S. electricity mix, “it was a rounding error,” says Energy Analyst Pavel Molchanov. Now, with the …
From farm to fork, the industry is innovating and streamlining to feed more while reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Feed more people with less environmental impact – that is the meaty task on the food and beverage industry’s plate. To get there, scientists say we must grow climate-hardy crops more sustainably and efficiently, take care of …
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