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Ask Triangle – December, 2023
Market Updates. We’ve been encouraged by recent economic forecasts and numbers that indicate a softer overall inflationary impact. The unemployment rate fell to 3.7%, and U.S. nonfarm payrolls rose to 199,000 in November, a slight increase from the payroll gain of...
Social Security: Five Facts You Need To Know
Here are five facts about Social Security that are important to keep in mind. Social Security can be complicated, and as a result, many individuals don't have a full understanding of the choices they may have. Here are five facts about Social Security that are...
New Retirement Contribution Limits for 2024
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released new limits for certain retirement accounts for the coming year. Keep in mind that this update is for informational purposes only, so please consult with an accounting or tax professional before making any changes to your...
Important Birthdays Over 50
Here's a look at several birthdays and “half-birthdays” that have implications regarding your retirement income. Most children stop being "and-a-half" somewhere around age 12. Kids add "and-a-half" to make sure everyone knows they're closer to the next age than the...
Ask Triangle – November, 2023
Market Updates. While we have observed some unexpected fluctuations in the economy recently, they don’t appear to be extreme, and the economy remains resilient and strong. The Bureau of Labor Statistics October report showed a cool down as U.S. nonfarm payrolls only...
The Value of Insuring Against Life’s Risks
Building wealth requires protection from the forces of wealth destruction. Did you know that... Fifty-seven percent of American workers have no private short-term disability insurance.1,2 Sixty-five percent of working people in the U.S. lack private long-term...
Where Will Your Retirement Money Come From?
Retirement income may come from a variety of sources. Here's an overview of the six main sources. What workers anticipate in terms of retirement income sources may differ considerably from what retirees actually experience. For many people, retirement income may come...
Caring For Aging Parents
As our nation ages, many Americans are turning their attention to caring for aging parents. Thanks to healthier lifestyles and advances in modern medicine, the worldwide population over age 65 is growing. In the past decade, the population of Americans aged 65 and...
The A, B, C, & D of Medicare
Learn about all the parts of Medicare with this informative and enjoyable article. Breaking Down The Basics Whether your 65th birthday is on the horizon or decades away, understanding the different parts of Medicare is critical, as this government-sponsored program...