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		<title>Multi-Generational IRA Retirement Option</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 16:04:47 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[When it comes to planning for your retirement and taking care of your family for the future, there are quite a few options to consider. One of those is a Multi-Generational IRA, and it&#8217;s becoming much more popular for those planning their estate. Many people put money in an IRA with hopes of using that [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong></strong>When it comes to planning for your retirement and taking care of your family for the future, there are quite a few options to consider. One of those is a Multi-Generational IRA, and it&#8217;s becoming much more popular for those planning their estate. Many people put money in an IRA with hopes of using that money to retire. For some, a nice retirement can be had without ever using the money in the IRA. In this case, there are plenty of advantages to be gained from carrying on the tax advantages of the IRA and passing it down through the generations.</p>
<p>This just gives folks more time to gain interest on their money without it being taxed. If you have no need for the money for your own retirement, then it makes complete sense to go with a Multi-Generational IRA instead of the traditional measures. With standard retirement planning, much of the money will be lost in inheritance estate tax. One way of avoiding this inheritance estate tax immediately is by delaying the delivery of the money. The nice thing about this method of estate planning is that you can have a custodian handle it and the money can be passed down multiple generations. If you have grandchildren who might need to be taken care of, this type of retirement product allows for that.</p>
<p>All in all, using a financial estate planner for advice will give you a chance to make smart decisions with your money. With all of the new age options available today, there&#8217;s no excuse for not taking advantage of those.</p>
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		<title>Senior Citizen Income Tax Considerations</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2009 03:52:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Important:  Check with a Financial Planner or Estate Planner before making financial decisions.  This information is general and may be outdated at the time you are reading it or not apply to you in your location. There are Many New Senior Citizen Income Tax Considerations There have been several changes in income tax and many [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Important:  Check with a Financial Planner or Estate Planner before making financial decisions.  This information is general and may be outdated at the time you are reading it or not apply to you in your location.<strong><br />
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<p><strong>There are Many New Senior Citizen Income Tax Considerations</strong></p>
<p>There have been several changes in income tax and many of these are Senior Citizen income tax considerations, which everyone over the age of 60 should know about. One such change is the raising of the standard deduction for people over the age of 65. But of course should you decide to take that standard deduction, you won’t be able to itemize your tax return. Of course, before deciding on one or the other option, you should decide which offers you the better results. That&#8217;s why in some cases, it is best to get a professional tax preparer to help you.</p>
<p>Another significant change is that social security benefits may be liable for senior citizen tax, but that depends entirely on the income level, and the type of income the senior has. If benefits are the only source of income then seniors usually won&#8217;t have to pay any retirement taxation.</p>
<p>If you happen to be over 70, you will find that the new senior citizen tax law has an additional benefit. The mandatory minimum IRA withdrawal is more relaxed, and this means that you don&#8217;t necessarily have to take that yearly withdrawal you may have once been required to do.</p>
<p>One of the best options this year is the Roth IRA which is a free IRA. This is a good option for people who only have this type of income. A traditional IRA can be changed over to a Roth, but there is a one time tax which is charged the year you convert. After that you will not have any retirement taxation on this income as long as it remains in a Roth IRA.</p>
<p>An additional change to senior citizen tax is in medical expenses. There is a higher itemized value for these costs to seniors. So, when you itemize those deductions then the IRS will allow for medical expense deduction. On the condition that those medical expenses be at least 7.5% of the senior&#8217;s gross income. Be sure to keep track of all those medical expenses so you can deduct them at tax paying time.</p>
<p>Because retirement taxation is constantly changing, it is always best to consult with a professional who is always on top of the newest senior citizen&#8217;s income tax laws. In many cases it is more cost effective to hire a retirement taxation professional to help prepare the taxes.</p>
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		<title>What is Estate Planning?</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2009 03:50:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Estate Planner Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Estate planning is a necessary step that everyone should complete early in their lives. What estate planning does is rule out any uncertainties that may be outlined in your will and structure your finances to have the lowest tax impact. A certified estate planner can provide you with all the necessary documents to complete this [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Estate planning is a necessary step that everyone should complete early in their lives. What estate planning does is rule out any uncertainties that may be outlined in your will and structure your finances to have the lowest tax impact. A certified estate planner can provide you with all the necessary documents to complete this task.</p>
<p>Planning for your financial future as well as the future of your family in the event of your death is a responsibility we all must take. A certified estate planner can help you make all the right decisions about your assets. Many estate planners are also great to use as a financial retirement planner. Making wise choices about your future is imperative; no one will take care of you and your family but yourself.</p>
<p>Estate planning will include making out a will, a living will and granting powers of attorney to specific people. Having a living will is very important in the event that you are unable to make end life decisions. A living will is also known as advance directives in some states but are generally the same document. You can also start a revocable living trust or create other financial planning documents with a certified estate planner. Estate planning may also include setting up a charitable trust or personal residence trust which will alleviate many tax issues upon the estate holders’ death.</p>
<p>Using a financial retirement planner can help you ensure that your retirement years are lived in comfort. Proper savings and investment plans are key to a good retirement and a certified planner can help you design a plan that will make that happen. Planning for your retirement and eventual death is not a simple matter and should be handled with care. Using a certified estate planner to help you with these issues is a wise decision.</p>
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		<title>5 Tips to Wealthy Retirement</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2009 03:49:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Estate Planner Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Social Security as the sole source of survival after your working years, will not provide sufficient money for a happy retirement. A wealthy retirement needs added funds to carry you through the retirement years. It can take many forms, one of which is an annuity retirement plan. An annuity is money usually put in an [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Social Security as the sole source of survival after your working years, will not provide sufficient money for a happy retirement. A wealthy retirement needs added funds to carry you through the retirement years. It can take many forms, one of which is an annuity retirement plan. An annuity is money usually put in an insurance company, which makes investments. When you retire you will get periodic payouts, which can be taken in several ways, and grows all along on a tax-deferred basis. Unfortunately, too many people who purchase an annuity retirement plan take a lump sum payment. This is contrary to what the annuity was set up to do, which is to supply you with sufficient funds periodically, not all at once. An annuity retirement plan should be set up with input by a professional for a wealthy retirement.</p>
<p>There are other ways to supplement your retirement plan. While working for an employer put as much money as allowed into a 401k plan, which invests in various financial instruments. If your employer matches your contributions, this is even better. Like an annuity, it can be directed into the financial instruments you prefer, to spread the risk. These could be bonds, stocks and other investments. If you work for yourself there are a couple of Individual Retirement Plans (IRA&#8217;s) to investigate, depending on the tax benefits available.</p>
<p>Of course, only by sitting down and talking to a certified estate planner can you really start to get to know all the issues and find the best option for you.</p>
<p>Investing in safe municipal bonds will help you reach a wealthy retirement. They are entirely tax free, therefore, your real interest rate is higher than given by other bonds. Finally, if your home is worth a lot and is too much house for you. Sell it and move to smaller quarters and invest the profit. Under some conditions no capital gains taxes will be paid for the first $250,000 of profit, for the husband and the same for the spouse.</p>
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		<title>Six Common Estate Planning Mistakes to Avoid</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2009 20:20:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Estate Planner Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[You will need help from a certified estate planner to avoid these serious estate planning mistakes. These mistakes can place a lot of burden on those you will leave behind and yet they can be easily avoided. Watch out for these common estate planning mistakes; Failure to plan at all This is arguably the worst [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>You will need help from a certified estate planner to avoid these serious estate planning mistakes. These mistakes can place a lot of burden on those you will leave behind and yet they can be easily avoided.</p>
<p>Watch out for these common estate planning mistakes;</p>
<p>Failure to plan at all</p>
<p>This is arguably the worst mistake to make. It&#8217;s disturbing that up to up to 60% of Americans don’t have a will. Without a will, it is difficult to protect your hard-earned possessions, let alone your loved ones. The interstate laws of Ohio will resolve who becomes heir to your assets when you don’t have a Will.</p>
<p>Not planning for Estate Taxes</p>
<p>It’s possible to protect up to $4 million from State of Ohio estate taxes with proper estate planning. An estate planning firm can help you with this. In bigger estates, a family can protect   property from estate tax using revocable life insurance trusts, qualified personal residence trusts, charitable trusts and family limited partnerships. Failure to plan may result in excessive estate tax dues.</p>
<p>Failure to plan for Incapacity</p>
<p>This deals with estate planning and to a small extent distribution of assets after death. An expansive estate plan starts with planning for your own incapacity. In most cases, you will have to name a health care representative who will make health related decisions on your behalf. You ought to have a living will as well. This will rule out uncalled-for life support. You should also have a living trust that will take care of your affairs when you can&#8217;t perform your tasks.</p>
<p>Not Naming a Guardian for your minor children</p>
<p>It&#8217;s advisable that you have a guardian to look after your young kids in case you are not able to do so. As witnessed after the death of Michael Jackson, it&#8217;s important to legally appoint a guardian in your will.</p>
<p>Failure to plan for Life Insurance</p>
<p>Life insurance is an absolute must if you want to support your spouse, look after your loved ones and continue to pay estate taxes when you pass away. Most people assume that life insurance is tax-free. In any case, a certified estate planner will help you structure life insurance to get around estate taxes and still implement your goals through a correctly structured &#8220;Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust&#8221;.</p>
<p>Failure to plan for “Out of State&#8221; Real Estate</p>
<p>If you a resident of Ohio and own real estate outside the state of Ohio, you may have to undergo a probate proceeding in order to transfer title to real estate in another location. If you make all the legal plans in advance, you can prevent this situation from happening.</p>
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		<title>Why you need a Certified Financial Planner in Akron</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2009 18:13:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Estate Planner Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you leave in Ohio and you are facing complicated to financial problems, a certified Akron financial planner will help you fix that personal financial concern. The majority of people face economic hardships because they don’t plan for major areas of their life like education, cash flow management and investment. In fact, the need for [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you leave in Ohio and you are facing complicated to financial problems, a certified Akron financial planner will help you fix that personal financial concern. The majority of people face economic hardships because they don’t plan for major areas of their life like education, cash flow management and investment.</p>
<p>In fact, the need for a financial planner grows as you become older since you will be faced with many financial decisions as regards estate planning, retirement taxation, risk planning and insurance issues.</p>
<p>It’s vital that you include insurance and tax planning when evaluating your financial needs. If you own a business, you will need to come up with a business succession plan.</p>
<p>The major aim of financial planning is to set achievable targets based on your current capital, assets, way of life and likings. Of course, it’s possible to set goals on your own but your goals will be meaningless if it’s not put into perspective-that’s why you need a financial planner. A financial planner with scrupulously analyze your goals and suggest the right things you can do to achieve them.</p>
<p>If you are wondering what IRA ROTH, estate planning and annuities are all about, you definitely need help with financial planning. It’s usually a good idea to begin with yourself before seeking the services of a financial planner. That way, you can have a good idea of what you truly want with your financial life. The financial planner will merely generate plans and advise you on tools you can use to meet those targets.</p>
<p>Once you have a mental picture of your dreams, you can now seek the services of a certified financial planner whom you are contented with. The majority of people usually set unachievable goals-that’s why it’s necessary to engage someone who has been there and done it all. Find someone you like and, more significantly, a certified professional you can have faith in.</p>
<p>You will always meet constraints when setting your goals but a certified financial planner will help you set the priorities amidst these constraints in order to manage your finances well. A trusted planner can be very resourceful as they examine these constraints along the way.</p>
<p>If you are looking for a certified Akron financial planner and financial advisor in, be sure to meet with Lee for your es<em>tate planning, retirement and income planning needs</em><em>. </em></p>
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		<title>Financial Retirement Planning For the Elderly</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2009 18:12:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Estate Planner Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A qualified financial retirement planner can help an elderly citizen address ways of financing certain types of services and long-term care as they experience increased limitations due to loss of some abilities. When it comes to getting helpful information about retirement income, it’s vital that you obtain advice from a certified financial adviser and planner      [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A qualified financial retirement planner can help an elderly citizen address ways of financing certain types of services and long-term care as they experience increased limitations due to loss of some abilities.</p>
<p>When it comes to getting helpful information about retirement income, it’s vital that you obtain advice from a certified financial adviser and planner      .</p>
<p>Some of the solutions a financial adviser can provide you are;</p>
<ul>
<li>What form of long-term care you can pay for</li>
<li>Will you live longer than your possessions?</li>
<li>The worth of your assets</li>
<li>How to monetize your assets to meet rising everyday      expenditure</li>
<li>What you need to sell first incase you decide to sell</li>
<li>If you want to know all the available options you have</li>
<li>The price tag of the different assets you own</li>
<li>Whether to sell your house or not</li>
<li>The available financing options you have</li>
<li>How all these will affect your partner or dependants</li>
<li>The right time to consider estate planning</li>
<li>The question of inheritance</li>
</ul>
<p>A financial retirement planner will listen to all your needs/concerns and will guide you in appreciating, assessing and evaluating your decisions. This will remove all the major concerns, frustration, confusion and any family disagreements. Most people think that financial decisions are all about money. On the contrary, it has a lot to do with having thorough knowledge, experience, and requirements needed to make one decision over another.</p>
<p>When it comes to financial planning for the older citizens, the present situation and potential future conditions of an elder have to be acknowledge and considered. This can be rather difficult since it involves forward thinking and transitional realism. When evaluating your needs, a financial planner will consider the following;</p>
<ul>
<li>do you  need personal      care</li>
<li>what sort of healthcare services do you need</li>
<li>constrains to your transportation</li>
<li>your  priorities</li>
<li>what impact your financial decision will have on your Interpersonal      relationships</li>
</ul>
<p>When evaluating your needs, you will want a financial retirement planner to consider the following things;</p>
<ul>
<li>Financial needs</li>
<li>Insurance coverage policies(including health care)</li>
<li>Sources of earnings</li>
<li>Present and possible future expenditures</li>
<li>Availability of assets</li>
<li>Real estate needs</li>
<li>Human resources</li>
<li>Legal issues</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Do not Run Out of Money in Retirement</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2009 19:47:43 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Company plans, IRA or 401 pension plans, social security benefits, old age benefits, real estate and any personal savings are the common sources of retirement income. Most companies have retirement income plans for their employees, it is used to be a profitable source of retirement income back then, but its value decreased due to the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Company plans, IRA or 401 pension plans, social security benefits, old age benefits, real estate and any personal savings are the common sources of retirement income. Most companies have retirement income plans for their employees, it is used to be a profitable source of retirement income back then, but its value decreased due to the ongoing uncertainties in the market. They can&#8217;t sustain the same making their market prospects subjected to major fluctuations.</p>
<p>Viewing the huge deficit in the US economy, the IRA and 401 plans are to be declined having no guarantee that they will still be maintaining their regular payouts.</p>
<p>Age old pensions have also gone down providing only a small amount. This kind of retirement income is just contributory and temporarily available like the social security assistance. The value of pensioner funds has been constantly decreased due to many inflationary conditions which require individuals to contribute more for their retirement income fund.</p>
<p>A large number of retired persons are forced to postpone their retirement, making them work until they can, because of the unsecured situation. Each individual must take charge of his finance and retirement income because saving isn&#8217;t enough. These savings should be channeled into well diversified high growth investments.</p>
<p>It is never too early to start saving for retirement. People take retirement non-seriously and do not take enough steps to provide enough retirement income funds. They must be contributing 10 to 30 per cent of their income in prior to their savings. It is harder to provide for retirement as time passes by.</p>
<p>The first important principle of retiring comfortably is to live a debt-free life. Individuals can boost their savings when they don&#8217;t have any long-term debts. The second very important rule is paying your self first. You should be taking a good portion of your income before paying any other charges, making you increase your savings perceptibly.</p>
<p>Developing a passive source of income, like an income generating property or investing in stocks, could boost retirement income funds.  Annuities guaranteed income are one option.</p>
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		<title>Get a Financial Second Opinion</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2009 19:27:52 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[A second opinion is a way of avoiding mistakes or error in judgment before taking action. Even though a doctor has 20 years of education and years of experience, one can&#8217;t possibly know everything accurately. It is not to insult the first doctor, but getting a second opinion gives you the peace of mind that [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A second opinion is a way of avoiding mistakes or error in judgment before taking action. Even though a doctor has 20 years of education and years of experience, one can&#8217;t possibly know everything accurately. It is not to insult the first doctor, but getting a second opinion gives you the peace of mind that all options have been considered.</p>
<p>The same thing could be done in considering any major financial decision from a financial adviser. It is more comforting to have a confirmation that you are making the best decisions with the appropriate products. A second opinion from a financial adviser for a financial decision will be just as important as having a second opinion in making medical decisions.</p>
<p>It is very important to find a financial adviser in the product or service you are considering when seeking for a second opinion. That is more difficult than getting general information about a product or service at times. Look for financial adviser &#8220;specialists&#8221;. These are experts that put themselves in the situation and whose success depends on the ability to earn a living selling that product or service. Avoid &#8220;generalist&#8221;, those are people who do not advertise themselves or hope no one will check their credentials and sells everything under the sun.</p>
<p>After finding the right financial adviser specialist, second opinion begins with a little learning about how the person works. Let them build your trust and find out if they understand the problem, then let them see if you have figure out the right solution. Make sure whether some other products or service could be a whole lot better than your initial understanding of the problem. Financial services, like the medical business, are built on experience. You can provide more wisdom to your solution with more experiences.</p>
<p>Get a financial second opinion in Estate Planning Ohio from an Estate Planner Ohio Residents turn to and trust.</p>
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		<title>Is Estate Planning for Everyone?</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2009 19:19:25 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Estate planning is more than a method to avoid. Many young families might be surprised to learn that they should think of estate planning. Nowadays, there is an effort to eliminate or confine estate taxes to the rich only. Congress changes the tax laws constantly. By that, there is no guarantee that the trend will [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Estate planning is more than a method to avoid. Many young families might be surprised to learn that they should think of estate planning. Nowadays, there is an effort to eliminate or confine estate taxes to the rich only. Congress changes the tax laws constantly. By that, there is no guarantee that the trend will continue.</p>
<p>Estate planning is less involved with taxes and more with who inherits the estate; those who cares for your minor children, how you feel about life support measures, or who will control your affairs if you are unable to. Your estate is your possessions. If you have a will, your estate will be distributed in accordance to your wishes. If you don&#8217;t, they will be distributed under state intestate laws.</p>
<p>You are to check the laws in your state. There could be cases that if you die without a will, your parents would inherit your property instead of your wife or the money could go to distant cousins instead of your lifelong companion. The first reason for a will is to have the properties distributed according to your wishes.</p>
<p>Many parents use estate planning to try to rein in their out-of-control children. They may provide a bequest that starts when the child is matured. Grandparents use estate planning tools to provide for all or only part of their grandchildren&#8217;s college education. They may choose to bypass their family and leave their money to their favorite charity. A business owner could pass his business to his partners or employees in order to keep the business running.</p>
<p>Naming subsequent beneficiaries is a common use of estate planning. It appoints guardians for minor children or disabled relatives you are caring for. When leaving a bequest, you need to appoint someone who will take good care of the money of the minor person.</p>
<p>If you are ill or facing the prospect of unable to take control of your affairs, estate planning techniques like the power of attorney, property transfers or a relative as a joint owner of your property and bank accounts can be used providing a living will directing how far you want life support measures when terminally ill.</p>
<p>The proceeds of most life insurance policies and jointly held property with rights of survivorship are not generally part of the probate state. Many believe that they can use these instead of a will but only the specific property held jointly is to be transferred.</p>
<p>The method of estate planning is leaving it in the hands of a professional. Simple wills are not expensive, but if you have to go beyond simple, hire the right professionals. Estate planning is a complex field; therefore, you should consult a qualified  estate planning firm.</p>
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