St. Patrick’s Day is all about celebrating good fortune, but when it comes to retirement, relying on plain luck just isn’t a plan — it’s a gamble. An enjoyable, secure retirement doesn’t happen by chance. It takes smart planning, the right strategy, and a focus on dependable income. Rethinking Retirement: Why Income Matters More Than …
Market volatility is inevitable. After all, the markets are driven not by economic fundamentals, but by emotion. When investors are optimistic, the markets can soar. When investors are worried and pessimistic, the markets can sink — and these mood swings can happen quickly. But none of this needs to derail your retirement plans. Whether you’re …
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By David J. Scranton, Founder and CEO of Sound Income Group Trade wars, tariffs, and economic negotiations—these words can send the stock market into a frenzy and make investors, especially retirees, nervous. With ongoing debates about tariffs and their impact on inflation, you might be wondering: How does this affect my investments? What does it …
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As we celebrate Pay Your Bills Week from February 2 to February 8, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the financial challenges many retirees face when transitioning from a paycheck-driven life to relying on savings and investments. For countless individuals, retirement signals the end of a steady, predictable income stream — the salary or …
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More than ever today, financial advisors need a strong online presence to attract and retain clients. It’s all well and good to have a business model and a brand that differentiates you from the competition, but if other advisors are more visible, appealing and engaging than you are online, then they’ll still have a competitive …
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If you were to ask a group of people, “What is the most important goal of a retirement plan?” most would probably answer, “To help ensure that you never run out of money.” But if you were to ask the same group, “What is the key to achieving that goal?” you’d probably get a variety …
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Retirement planning requires a strategic shift as you approach your golden years. Early in your career, the focus is on growth — maximizing savings, investing heavily, and building wealth for the future. But as retirement gets closer, the strategy must evolve. It’s no longer just about accumulating more. It’s about protecting what you’ve built and …
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We all hope to achieve our “dream” retirement. But hoping isn’t enough. Nor is simply saving a lot of money. As any successful person can tell you, the surest way to make your dreams come true is to have a true strategy. And when it comes to retirement income planning, that means a strategy characterized …
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Retirement is that chapter in life we dream about — the ultimate freedom to enjoy family, pursue passions, and finally relax. Yet, even as we work towards that goal, it’s surprisingly easy to make small planning missteps that could have huge consequences later on. These common mistakes can chip away at the lifestyle you envisioned …
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Plans and goals for retirement may vary from person to person, but there is one thing most everyone wants during their retirement years: peace of mind. You want your retirement to be as stress-free as possible, specifically when it comes to money. But how do you achieve that goal? The answer boils down to one …
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