At $3,120, the average tax refund is quite a chunk of change. You could use your tax refund to buy a bigger television (or three), go on a vacation, upgrade your wardrobe, or buy any number of other knickknacks. How long will a new gadget last, though? And will buying something that will break, fade,…
Your window for IRA contributions doesn’t close until this year’s tax filing deadline, which is April 17, 2018. That means you may still have time to improve your tax situation and cut your tax bill. Just follow our quick list of last-minute tax tips to find out how contributing to the right Self-Directed IRA could…
While 401(k) contributions are typically due by the end of the calendar year, you have until the tax filing deadline of April 17 to make Individual Retirement Account (IRA) contributions. That means there may still be a way to reduce your taxable income for 2017 and save on your tax bill. Find out how funding…
Tax season is a great reminder to review your retirement savings strategies and make changes that will enhance your prospects for long-term financial security. It’s also a good time to start an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) if you don’t already have one. A Self-Directed IRA, in particular, is ideal for savers who want to call…
Inflation is an important economic indicator. It tells you how fast prices are changing in the economy, and it impacts everything from the interest rate on your saving account to your grocery bill. At 2.1 percent, the current inflation rate in the U.S. is giving some market-watchers the jitters. Should you be concerned, too? Get the…
IRAs, 401(k)s, and something called a defined benefit plan? So many types of retirement plans, so little time! If you’re wondering which plan is right for you, you’re on the right track. Most people don’t know how much they need to save or how to go about it in the first place, and more than…
Once you’ve made the wise move to include physical precious metals in your retirement plan, your next decision may be to choose whether you want to start fresh with a new Self-Directed IRA account, or fund your account with a transfer or rollover. This is one of the most important steps in setting up a…
“I already have a 401(k). Why would I want a Self-Directed IRA?” Sound familiar? You may feel like you’re doing great if you’re already contributing to a retirement account, especially given that half of all Americans have nothing at all put away for retirement, per CNBC. But, is one retirement account enough? Can one account…
Physical gold can play an important role in a well-diversified retirement portfolio, however, there are certain guidelines involved that must be considered if you want to take advantage of the full benefits such a setup can offer. Physical gold can’t be added to just any retirement account. It usually needs to be incorporated into a…
Watch our Gold Vault Show to learn about the benefits of holding your money in gold versus keeping it in cash, and how gold can help secure your financial future. The Benefits of Physical Gold vs. Cash – Video Transcription Narrator: This program is a paid advertisement from U.S. Money Reserve, a company not affiliated…
You’re well aware of how precious metals can be good for your retirement. Perhaps you’ve been buying gold and silver for some time now. Or, maybe you’re just getting started on planning and saving for what feels like a far-off retirement. Either way, you’re beginning to realize that there’s an angle to your retirement strategy…
America isn’t winning any medals or topping any charts when it comes to planning and saving for retirement. “About 60 percent of Americans have no savings in retirement accounts like 401(k)s or IRAs,” reports Business Insider. Some are putting false faith in Social Security, others blame a lack of access to a workplace retirement plan,…
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