Could I Have Done a Better Job of Tax Planning Before I Retired?
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It’s that time of year again: income tax time. And I can’t be sure, but I think many retirees are generally more concerned about taxes in retirement than when working.…
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The ”Fountain of All Good” in Retirement
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There are many good things about retirement. Some examples are more free time and greater flexibility in how we spend our time, less stress from work pressures, and more opportunities…
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The Curious Concept of ”Retirement Ruin”
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In some previous articles, I’ve discussed longevity risk, withdrawal rates, and Dave Ramsey’s 8% withdrawal rate recommendation. These topics can quickly get mind-numbingly complex. The financial side of retirement has…
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Reflections After Five Years of Retirement
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I recently realized that I’ve been retired for five years. (My wife says that I’m not really retired, but you know what I mean.) Wow, time flies! I retired in…
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Messy World, Glorious Messiah
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I recently came across a little book about Christmas titled Christmas Uncut: What Really Happened and Why It Really Matters by Carl Laferton. The title caught my attention. Did the…
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Retire Like Dave: Part Two—Maybe You Can Withdraw Eight Percent
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A sustainable withdrawal rate is integral to a wise retiree’s financial stewardship plan. Your withdrawal rate determines how much money you’ll take from your retirement savings to add to other…
