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SEP IRA vs SIMPLE IRA: How they compare
Here’s what you should consider when deciding between the two retirement plans.
6 min read Aug 18, 2023 -
Iowa is the best state to retire: Here’s why it won Bankrate’s top honors
Affordability was a key reason for the win, since many retirees live on limited incomes.
7 min read Aug 16, 2023 -
What is a Keogh plan?
This type of retirement plan has largely been replaced by SEP IRAs.
4 min read Aug 15, 2023 -
What will happen to my 401(k) in the event of a recession?
401(k) accounts often fall in a recession, but here’s what you can do about it.
3 min read Aug 09, 2023 -
How much should retirees have invested in the stock market?
Retired? Here’s how to think about your asset allocation
4 min read Aug 09, 2023 -
How to catch up on retirement savings
Your strategy will depend on your age and your goals for exiting the workforce.
5 min read Aug 03, 2023 -
Nondeductible IRAs: How they often become backdoor Roth conversions
The nondeductible IRA is just a stop on the way to converting funds into a Roth IRA, via a “backdoor Roth IRA.”
3 min read Aug 03, 2023 -
Investing for retirement with a robo-advisor
Getting your retirement right is a big deal, and a robo-advisor can help you get there.
8 min read Aug 02, 2023 -
The best and worst states to retire in 2023, ranked
According to Bankrate’s study, Iowa is the best state for retirement in 2022, followed by Delaware, West Virginia, Missouri and Mississippi.
8 min read Jul 31, 2023 -
More than a third of Americans say they’ve never had a retirement account – Here’s how to start one
Starting a retirement account now can go a long way toward building a vital nest egg.
5 min read Jul 26, 2023