In this episode of “Ask the Hammer,” Jeffrey Levine of Buckingham Strategic Wealth provided insightful advice on optimizing retirement withdrawal sequences to minimize taxes and maximize income. A listener inquired about the best withdrawal strategy involving various assets, including an IRA, a money market emergency fund, and matured savings bonds, aiming to ensure financial stability after retirement.

Maximize Your Go Go Years In Retirement: Financial & Fitness Tips
In this video, Beau Kemp outlines a two-step plan to conquer your “go-go” years in retirement. Packed with actionable tips, learn how to create a rock-solid financial strategy and prioritize health for an active and fulfilling start to your retired life.

How to Find Your Retirement Joy
How to Find Your Retirement Joy: In this video, Erin Wood CFP®, CRPC®, FBS® of Carson Group provides tips on how to find fulfillment, happiness, and “joy” in retirement through pursuing meaningful activities and relationships.

Guide to Buying Your Dream Home in Retirement
Guide to Buying Your Dream Home in Retirement: Purchasing your dream home in retirement requires a balance between financial planning and personal aspirations.

Tapping Your Retirement? Explore All Options Before Taking a Hardship Withdrawal
Considering a hardship withdrawal from your retirement account? Learn crucial steps to take first, including exploring other financial options, understanding plan rules, and navigating tax implications. Expert advice from Jeffrey Levine helps you make the best of a tough situation.

5 Ways to Own Real Estate in Your Retirement Accounts
5 Ways to Own Real Estate in Retirement Accounts: There are several options to own real estate within retirement accounts, according to Marco Rimassa, the president of CFE Financial.

Retirement Worries Are Affecting the Mental Health of Workers
Financial stress, particularly regarding retirement, is impacting the mental health of American workers, a concern highlighted in a Telus Health report.

How to Save $1 Million for Retirement
n this episode of “Your World on Money”, Andini Makosinski explores the history of retirement and some of the best strategies you can use to secure your own. Initiating the process may seem daunting, but by understanding the nuances of investment vehicles such as 401(k) plans and IRAs, and harnessing the power of compound interest, the prospect of a comfortable retirement becomes achievable.

New Developments in the Retirement Landscape
New Developments in the Retirement Landscape: Recent discussions in the financial world have highlighted some pivotal changes made by the IRS in the realm of retirement contributions. In this episode of Ask The Hammer, Jeffrey Levine of Buckingham and Robert Powell, editor of Retirement Daily on TheStreet, dicsuss these changes and their implications for high-income wage earners. Here are the major takeaways:

5 Risks to Retirement Security
The Natixis Investment Managers’ Global Retirement Index (GRI) has brought good news for retirees around the world, including the US.

