Still have a few questions?
Here are the answers to some questions we’re frequently asked by people.
When should I start to save for my retirement?
The sooner, the better. If you start in your twenties, you will have about 40 years to save. It means your monthly retirement payments will not be high, the same time compound interest will provide effective growth of your funds. We look at your unique situation and make suggestions, which are in your best interest. You are a decision maker.
I am 50 years old. I have a 401K plan with my previous employer. New statement indicates losses. What should I do?
You should roll over your retirement savings from your previous employer 401K to safe tools, which guarantee your principle. Our best recommendation would be to start an IRA, and use fixed index annuity as an investment tool. This way you avoid losses associated with market risk.
Is my retirement income taxable?
If you have 401K/403B retirement plan or Traditional IRA, then yes, your savings are taxable at time, you will access your funds as a retirement income.
If you use a Roth IRA, you already paid your taxes before placing money in the Roth IRA, and your retirement income will not be taxable. When you max out your 401K/IRA, there is an alternative saving tool to Roth IRA, which can build non taxable retirement income. It is IUL. Ask us if it works for you.
What is SEP IRA?
SEP IRAs are available for small businesses with one employee or more. It is an efficient retirement saving tool for the self employed. They have much higher contribution limits than Traditional and Roth IRAs ($61,000 for year 2022). So if you’re contributing at the max, that’s way more than your typical IRA. Additionally, contribution amounts aren’t set in stone— you can change them as needed, from year-to-year. It is pre-tax money.
What is the most safe and effective way to save for retirement?
Fixed Index Annuities provide protection of the principle and growth of your retirement savings, unlike mutual funds exposed to market volatility and risk of losses. Please do not confuse them with variable annuities, which are associated with stock market and its risk