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Leveraging The Age 55 Rule For Penalty-Free 401k Access

401k’s and IRA’s have different rules for penalty-free withdrawals: while age 59 ½ is commonly known, the age 55 rule allows penalty-free 401k withdrawals upon separation from employment, emphasizing the importance of understanding retirement account nuances for early planning.

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Does Your Portfolio Align With Your Dreams?

Achieving financial independence in 10 years requires balancing conservative and aggressive approaches, calculating the required rate of return, and considering risk tolerance, highlighting the dynamic nature of financial planning.

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Steps To Upgrade Your Financial Plan

Clients start with a strong financial plan rated “A,” but my goal is to elevate it to “A+,” adjusting for changing variables like tax laws and personal circumstances, recognizing plans become outdated upon creation.

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How Much Should I Be Saving?

After establishing the target “nest egg” of $3.8 million, the next step is to calculate the annual savings needed, such as $77,000 per year over 20 years, accounting for tax implications, especially with various account types.

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