The 4% Rule And The Search For A Safe Withdrawal Rate

Of the two main schools of thought in retirement income planning, the probability-based school of thought is probably most familiar to the public and financial professionals.
Understanding the Tools in Your Retirement Income Toolbox

You should be familiar with all of the tools in your retirement income toolbox. Retirement plans can be built to manage varying risks by strategically combining the following retirement income tools in different ways.
Should You Downsize in Retirement?

One method for freeing home equity for other uses is to downsize your home as a part of moving. Downsizing could mean either moving to a smaller home, or moving into a similar-sized home in a less expensive community.
How to Age in Place

Originally published at Forbes Another important consideration for housing decisions, whether you decide to stay put or move, is to make sure a foundation exists to comfortably support aging in place. This concept refers to the growing industry around helping the aging population remain in their homes despite functional or cognitive impairments. Individuals benefit from […]
Should I Stay or Should I Go? Housing Decisions in Retirement

A plan to meet housing needs is an important part of a retirement income strategy.
Coverage Options for Long-Term Care Insurance Policies, Pt. 2

It is important to consider which expenses qualify for benefits.
Coverage Options for Long-Term Care Insurance Policies, Pt. 1

Both traditional and newer hybrid insurance policies carry a number of parameters and options to consider.
Hybrid Long-Term Care Insurance Policies

Attempts to combat concerns about traditional long-term care insurance have resulted in combination or hybrid products using an asset-based approach to fund long-term care.
Potential Concerns and Risks for Traditional Long-Term Care Insurance

The range of expenses covered by long-term care insurance varies, and it is important to understand what exactly is covered by a contract under consideration.
Two Options for Funding Long-Term Care

I discuss two options for funding long-term care: self funding and Medicaid.