A 30-second read by the Baron Team: If you are currently a Medicare card holder, below are some fraud-prevention tips provided by Medicare.gov that you may want to be aware of. Just like your credit card or social security card, you want to make sure your Medicare card and/or number is always protected.
Our September 12th blog post focused on some basic information about Traditional Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs). This post provides guidelines for taking withdrawals from Traditional IRAs that have been inherited. Reference this flow chart for guidance with your RMDs from an Inherited IRA. If you inherit an IRA, you must determine:
The purpose of this blog is to present some basic information about Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs): Traditional and Roth IRAs and the differences between them. Inherited IRAs have different withdrawal guidelines, and these should be carefully reviewed. Contributions for tax-year 2024 can be made from January 1, 2024 – April 15, 2025. What is an IRA? An IRA is an Individual Retirement Account...
Baron Financial Team Answers Questions About “Your Personal Economy”. Presented by James Suazo, ChFC®. Today’s question is on Estate Planning. Do I need an Estate Plan? What are the three basic estate planning documents? View or listen to our video to learn more
Gregory Cannillo, MBA, FPQP®, is quoted on this topic, answering a reader’s question on NJMoneyHelp.com by Karin Price Mueller, “Should I lower 401(k) contributions to do a Roth IRA?”, originally published in February 2024. Your ability to contribute to a Roth IRA is dependent upon multiple concerns:
Victoria Cannillo, a Financial Analyst at Baron Financial Group, is quoted on this topic, answering a reader’s question on NJMoneyHelp.com by Karin Price Mueller, “My husband left his assets to our daughter. What can I do?”, originally published in January 2024. Having a beneficiary for a pension plan is very important, since…
Anthony Benante, CFA, is quoted on this topic, answering a reader’s question on NJMoneyHelp.com by Karin Price Mueller, “What are good investments for after you retire?”, originally published on December 5, 2023. Investment decisions in retirement depend on your specific situation. Different investments can have different objectives.
Baron Financial Team Answers Questions About “Your Personal Economy” - the aspects of your financial life that are unique to you. Presented by James Suazo, ChFC®. Today’s video provides a brief summary of our financial planning process. Our process involves 4 main steps, which will eventually help answer the question, “Am I OK?”. View or listen to our video to learn more
Victor Cannillo, NAPFA-Registered Financial Advisor, is quoted on this topic, answering a reader’s question on NJMoneyHelp.com by Karin Price Mueller, “I’m 69. How long can I contribute to a Roth?”, originally published on June 27, 2023. For 2023, the total contribution limit is $6,500 per year; $7,500 if you’re over 50. You can contribute to your Roth IRA in perpetuity as long as you’re still…
James Suazo, ChFC®, is quoted on this topic, answering a reader’s question on NJMoneyHelp.com by Karin Price Mueller, “I want to retire. Should I use the 4% rule?”, originally published on February 22, 2023. The 4% withdrawal rate has been used over time as rule of thumb for withdrawals in retirement. However, we recommend reviewing your specific plan. What is your current ...
In recognition of Women’s History Month in March, and International Women's Day on March 8th, we felt it was important and timely to share this article on women and money, to reinforce the importance of women taking control of their finances. “Women and Money: Why It’s Important to Take Control of Your Finances” by Carrie Schwab-Pomerantz, was originally posted on March 4, 2020 on Schwab.com.
Congress passed new laws in the SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022, changing the age requirements for taking Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) from retirement accounts, as well as increasing the catch-up contribution levels. As of January 1, 2023, individuals must begin taking required minimum distributions (RMDs)...