At Allgen we define the Financial Freedom stage as the point when you have accumulated enough assets and/or income streams to maintain your lifestyle without having to depend on a paycheck from work. While the Formation (accumulation) stage focuses on the growth of assets, the Freedom (preservation) stage focuses on ensuring the assets last your
At the end of the year, everyone is busy with holiday celebrations, travel, and for some a very busy working season (retailers, accountants, financial advisors). But before we close out the year, let’s not overlook the opportunities that can help with our final tax bill for 2018. Here are some reminders on how to utilize
Perhaps you’ve spoken to a friend at some point who sang the praises of an annuity and you thought…this sounds like a good idea. Or maybe you need a way to create a guaranteed stream of income and think an annuity may provide that avenue. Maybe you are an avid learner on anything finance
A lot of entrepreneurs and small business owners are focused on growing their business (as they should be). However, sometimes business owners are so preoccupied with growing their business that they forget to save for their retirement. Consider a small business retirement plan designed to save for your future and potentially help your tax bill.
Freedom Planning Mindset Do you remember how it felt to look at the world and believe anything was possible? Can you remember feeling the freedom to chase your aspirations, free from fear and doubt? As you read this, let’s explore your imagination and wander to those dusty forgotten corners of your mind. If you are
Should I take social security benefits early, delayed, or exactly at my retirement age? This depends on your circumstances, other portfolio assets, cash flow needs, and health. If you are expecting to live a long time (based on family history and individual health) and have other assets to sustain your lifestyle, then maybe you should
When should I take my social security?? So, you’re about to retire and are asking “When should I take social security?” Great Question! In this episode of Allgen’s #MoneyMinute, Paul and Jason elaborate on this often-asked question. They talk about the appropriate things to consider before requesting for your social security check. If you still
“Should I invest in an annuity?” We have clients who walk into our office with annuities and ask for help to get out of them. Unfortunately that’s a common theme with these annuities. You get stuck. Jason and Paul discuss more in depth about what they are, what to look out for, and if there
From One Millennial to Another… I wanted to take a few minutes and talk about something that I think is really pressing amongst the millennial generation: the ‘living for the now’ mindset. While I think Gen Y has a lot to be recognized for, our financial “savvy-ness” is definitely not one. One of the most
“Should I pull money from my IRA? is a popular question we’ve been hearing lately. We wanted to tackle this subject with some IRA insight and what happens if you pull money out early. We also wanted to talk about how the Path to Financial Freedom can alleviate the need to pull money from your