Posts Tagged ‘RMD’
Why Sequence of Returns Risk Matters Now
The stock market initially posted a major drop at the beginning of the U.S. coronavirus outbreak. Since then, it has gained back some ground, but there continues to be daily volatility with no end in sight. That initial shock affected a lot of people. In fact, the Spectrem Group reported that the number of U.S.…
Read MoreInvesting for Income
Investing for income is generally the modus operandi of a retirement portfolio. That’s because the so-called “accumulation phase” ends and the “distribution phase” begins. In other words, retirees stop focusing on getting rich and become more concerned with paying their bills and living a comfortable lifestyle. Income investing is different from growth investing but should…
Read MoreSpring Cleaning For Your Financial Practice
Ahhhh, spring. For many of us, the warmer weather is welcome after an exceptionally cold, gray and overly blah winter. As we throw open the windows, our thoughts turn to that common ritual of March and April: spring cleaning. While we typically think of spring cleaning for our physical environment, it’s also a good idea…
Read MoreYear End Checklist
The end of the year is always a busy time for advisors. With many items required to be completed by Dec. 31, use this checklist to keep track of these tasks for your clients’ accounts. Contact info@ae-wm.com to request a copy of the Year-End Checklist today!
Read More6 Things to Know About Harvesting Capital Losses
When markets experience a significant downturn, it can be challenging to find a “bright spot” in the midst of bad news. However, opportunity for investors still exists even when markets drop. One such opportunity is the ability to potentially reduce taxes by harvesting capital losses. When an investor sells an asset at a loss, that…
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