Personal Finance
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When Do RMDs Start for IRAs and 401(k)s?
- October 8, 2025
- Category: Personal Finance, Retirement Planning, Tax Strategies
Executive summary: If you’re wondering, “when do RMDs start,” the short answer is age 73 for most savers born 1951–1959. Your first IRA RMD is due by April 1 of the year after you turn 73, though you can also take it by December 31 of the year you turn 73. For many employer plans,
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Too Much Cash in Retirement? The Real Risks Explained
- October 2, 2025
- Category: Investment Strategies, Personal Finance, Retirement Planning
Executive summary: Holding a large cash cushion feels safe, yet too much cash in retirement can quietly erode purchasing power, reduce long-term income, and raise the chance of falling behind inflation. A right-sized reserve for near-term spending (paired with bonds and diversified equities for later years) protects today’s bills and tomorrow’s lifestyle. What “too much
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How Inflation Impacts a Millionaire’s Retirement Portfolio
- September 23, 2025
- Category: Investing, Personal Finance, Retirement Planning
Inflation Risk in Retirement: How Millionaires Protect Their Portfolios Executive Summary Rising prices quietly chip away at what your money can buy. Over decades, that adds up fast. To manage inflation risk in retirement, pair smart asset allocation with steady spending rules and tax-aware withdrawals. This guide uses plain English, simple math, and a clear,