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Tax penalties

What Triggers Tax Penalties in Retirement?

POSTED ON: April 23, 2021 BY: Kyle Krull
Tax penalties can be especially stressful in retirement. You have built your nest egg. Now you are in or nearing retirement. In retirement, you should have nothing to do but enjoy the fruits of your labors free from worry. According to a recent Money Talks News article titled “3 Tax Penalties That Can Ding Your […]
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Whole farm planning

What Is Involved in Whole Farm Planning?

POSTED ON: April 8, 2021 BY: Kyle Krull
Whole farm planning involves considering the next generation. If you own a family farm, your wealth is in your work. You may have inherited the land from previous generations. Perhaps you plan to pass this family business to your children and grandchildren. A smooth transfer of a farm does not simply happen. It takes forethought. […]
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Retirement tax mistakes

What Tax Mistakes Should I Avoid In Retirement?

POSTED ON: April 1, 2021 BY: Kyle Krull
Tax mistakes in retirement can threaten financial security. Saving for retirement is important. We have all heard this, yes? You need money to pay for bills, mortgages, food, and vacations. Once you enter retirement comfortably, you may be less than careful with your finances. According to a recent Money Talks News article titled “5 Tax […]
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Claim Social Security

When Should I Claim Social Security Benefits?

POSTED ON: March 24, 2021 BY: Kyle Krull
Carefully consider when you should claim Social Security benefits. You are nearing retirement. As you review your finances, you are trying to determine when you should claim your Social Security benefits. You wonder at what age Social Security is most commonly claimed. The answer found in a 2020 analysis by the Bipartisan Policy Center was […]
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Beneficiary review

What Is Involved is a Beneficiary Review?

POSTED ON: February 18, 2021 BY: Kyle Krull
People should undertake a beneficiary review every few years. You have several types of assets. You own a home. You have retirement accounts and bank accounts. You even purchased a life insurance policy. According to a recent The Street article titled “Secure your IRA – Review Your Beneficiary Forms Now,” some of these assets should […]
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Farm families

Should Farm Families Use a Trust for Estate Planning?

POSTED ON: February 9, 2021 BY: Kyle Krull
Farm families have a lot to lose with inadequate estate planning. You are a farmer. You are in the business of farming. The farm has been in the family for generations. Perhaps your children intend to keep the a farm running after you die. Maybe your children have different careers in mind. Do you have […]
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Retirement questions

Am I Asking the Right Retirement Questions?

POSTED ON: February 3, 2021 BY: Kyle Krull
People of all ages have retirement questions. At least they should. Regardless, most people think about retirement at some point throughout their careers. Some envision a life outside of the office. They imagine traveling, devoting time to hobbies, and visiting grandchildren. Others primarily consider the financial implications of retirement. According to a recent Kiplinger article […]
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Helping parents plan for retirement

Can I Help My Parents Plan for Retirement?

POSTED ON: January 21, 2021 BY: Kyle Krull
Everyone needs to plan for retirement. Retirement may be couple of years away or a couples of decades away. Either way, it is coming. You may be able to choose the time of your retirement. Cutbacks or health issues may force you into retirement earlier than anticipated. According to a recent Nasdaq article titled “Do […]
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Using a life settlement for retirement

How Can a Life Settlement Provide Retirement Income?

POSTED ON: January 12, 2021 BY: Kyle Krull
A life settlement can provide additional funds to use in retirement. If you are in retirement, you are living on a fixed income. What you saved in your nest egg needs to last for the rest of your life and the life of your spouse. Although Social Security can also provide a monthly stipend, it […]
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Social Security for Women

How Can Women Maximize Social Security?

POSTED ON: December 22, 2020 BY: Kyle Krull
Social Security needs may look different for men and women. Women and men are alike in many ways. They are also distinctly different. These differences do not make one better than the other. They may, however, demand specific planning. This is especially true when it comes to retirement planning. According to a Money Talk News […]
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