Q&A Time: 401(k) Loans
Taking a loan from your 401(k) balance creates a bad habit, because once you borrow to pay current expenses, you are likely to do it again. We suggest you consider the opportunity cost.
Tax Strategist: How Much Do I Need to Put Aside for Retirement?
A frequently asked question is, “How much do I need to put aside for retirement?” The answer to that question varies with each individual. There a number of factors to consider: the amount of your current income, savings and assets; how many years until you plan to retire; the retirement lifestyle you desire, and what you can afford to put aside.
The Finances of Renting in Retirement
The “Money Talks” hosts discuss the options of renting your home during retirement.
Q&A Time: Rule of 72 and Withdrawing Roth Conversions
The "Money Talks" hosts answer listeners’ e-mail questions about the advertised rates on an adjustable rate mortgage, the rule of 72, and withdrawing Roth rollover contributions.
We discuss 401(k) enrollment season and addresses some of the most common questions about these plans.
Investing in Your 401(k)
Rebalancing Your Portfolio
We discuss the benefits of rebalancing your portfolio.
Military Benefits
Retired U.S. Navy Cmdr. Mike Quinlan joins "Money Talks" to discuss the benefits available to those who enlist in the U.S. military.
Saving for Retirement and Your Child’s College Education
Many parents have to strike a balance between saving for their own retirement and their childrenâs college education. Compromise might be the key.
Q&A Time: Tech Stock Picks, Sector Funds that Pay Dividends and Moving Money into a Non Tax Deductible IRA
The Money Talks hosts field listeners’ questions for providing technology stock picks, sector funds that pay dividends throughout the year, and moving money into a non tax deductible IRA.
Q&A Time: Liquidity Beyond 10 Years, Stocks for a Roth IRA, and Opinions on Stocks
The "Money Talks" hosts answer listener’s questions on the Ten Year Rule and and provide stock picks for a Roth IRA. They also offer opinions on Century Link, Nam Tai Electronics, Kemet Corp. and PACCAR.