According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average worker changes jobs every 4.2 years. When they do, they can miss out on certain retirement moves—which can put them at a disadvantage closer to their golden years. If you’re thinking about making a career move or recently lost your job, learn what you can…
Thousands of Americans wonder the same thing: “Can I transfer my 401(k) to an IRA if I’m still with my current employer?” Yes, there’s a good chance you can. While most people think about transferring their 401(k) after they leave a job, it’s actually something you might be able to do while you’re still in…
Too cumbersome, too overwhelming, too complicated. There are a lot of myths out there about self-directed IRAs. U.S. Money Reserve is here to debunk them. Don’t let misinformation stop you from enjoying the richest golden years you can. Myth 1: You can’t contribute to more than one retirement account at a time. There’s no limit…
Social Security, personal savings accounts, stocks, bonds, and more—many roads can help take you into your golden years. Do you have to pick just one route? You don’t. You can have multiple retirement accounts, like a 401(k) and an IRA. Many people roll some of their 401(k) money over to an IRA because they want…
More than one third of households owned an IRA in 2019, according to the Investment Company Institute. Are you part of this group? If so, you’re on the right track. But are you considering what more you could do to help increase the strength of your retirement portfolio? A gold IRA rollover might be one…
Does the precious metal platinum have a place in your portfolio? There are four great benefits of buying and owning platinum. If you’re interested in learning more, watch this episode of U.S. Money Reserve’s “Did You Know?” 4 Benefits Of Buying and Owning Platinum: Did You Know? – Video Transcription Narrator …
You might not realize that Social Security is designed to replace just 40% of your income, and Social Security is expected to be fully depleted by the year 2035. Then benefits may drop because of funding shortfalls. Even so, about 22% of Americans have less than $5,000 earmarked for retirement savings. What does the current…
You may have heard that tying the knot can lead to a longer life span, but did you know it can impact retirement, too? Learn more about the ways marriage can affect retirement planning, savings, benefits, and more. 1. Pension Plans Most companies no longer offer defined-benefit pensions, reports USA Today, so you might consider…
Gold can be a powerful asset when held for an extended period in a retirement account like an IRA. Silver can, too—yes, physical silver. Learn which silver coins and bars are approved for IRA inclusion and how to get started with a Precious Metals IRA. What Types of Silver Can Be Included in an IRA?…
How has your IRA performed this year? Has its performance met your expectations? If your current retirement strategy doesn’t include precious metals, you may be missing out on an essential element of diversification. Learn how you can transfer a portion of your IRA to gold. Opening up Your IRA to Gold To put physical gold…
Self-Directed IRAs offer account holders an incredible amount of freedom. This freedom is one of the biggest draws for IRAs. You have control over the asset mix. Within each asset class, you can control how much is purchased and when. You can even purchase alternative assets like IRS-eligible precious metals, real estate, and private equity.…
Saving money for retirement is always a good idea, but learn why right now is an especially good time to save in one particular way—with a Self-Directed IRA, which enables you to hold alternative assets like precious metals. 1. Get ahead of the next tax season. Chances are, you’ve already filed your taxes for this…
