For many parents and grandparents, balancing retirement savings with plans to fund a child’s education is both a personal and financial challenge. If you are wondering whether to save for college or retirement first, it is natural to prioritize children’s needs, but doing so can lead to postponing retirement preparation until tuition costs have been […]
5 Key Mistakes to Avoid as You Approach Retirement
Financial Planning, Retirement PlanningReaching the final years of your career is an exciting milestone. It’s the time when decades of work begin to take shape in the form of retirement goals, travel plans, and well-earned relaxation. Yet this period also brings some of the most important financial decisions you will ever make. At Bill Few Associates, we know […]
Social Security Planning: When and How to Claim Benefits
Financial Planning, Retirement PlanningNavigating the complexities of Social Security benefits is a critical component of effective retirement income planning. Understanding when and how to claim these benefits can significantly impact your financial well-being during retirement. At Bill Few Associates, our Pittsburgh financial advisors are dedicated to guiding you through the intricacies of Social Security to help you maximize […]
How 401(k) Changes in 2025 Impact Your Retirement Savings
Financial Planning, Retirement PlanningUpdates to 401(k) contribution limits and rules in 2025 offer new opportunities for workers to bolster their retirement savings. Whether you’re a seasoned saver or just starting your retirement journey, understanding these changes can help you make the most of your contributions. Here’s a closer look at what’s changing and how it could affect your […]
Retirement Planning in a Changing World
Financial Planning, Retirement PlanningPlanning for retirement is one of life’s most significant financial goals. However, in a rapidly changing world, the strategies that worked in the past may no longer be sufficient. A successful retirement plan must be dynamic, evolving with the times to ensure you achieve a comfortable and secure future. At Bill Few Associates, we recognize […]
National 401(k) Day: Your Pathway to a Secure Retirement
Financial Planning, Retirement PlanningWith end-of-summer activities wrapping up and autumn just around the corner, now is the season to buckle down and focus on what needs to be done before the end of the year. This includes thinking about your retirement plan. It’s crucial to remember that the decisions you make today will impact your quality of life […]
Retirement Contribution Changes: Can You Benefit?
Retirement PlanningMany people are experiencing the tough end of inflation where they are finding the need to adjust their spending allowances in order to cover the higher cost of living. Inflation can be frustrating, but for those who contribute to a retirement fund, that higher cost of living can enable them to save more for retirement […]
Are You Emotionally & Financially Ready to Retire?
Retirement PlanningRetirement can mean a lot of different things to different people. Some people might look at retirement as a certain age when someone stops working while others might look at it as a monetary amount they have achieved. Some people might envision retirement as a time to travel and see the world while others might […]
How Job Changes Affect Your Retirement Accounts
Retirement PlanningIt is more common today for individuals to change jobs several times throughout their careers than to remain with one company for the duration. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average number of job changes in a lifetime is 12 with many workers spending 5 years or less in each job. This can […]
Important Information Regarding IRA Contributions
Financial Planning, Retirement PlanningThe IRS officially extended the federal tax filing deadline from April 15 to May 17. The IRA contribution deadline will also be extended to May 17, giving you more time to consider making and maximizing an IRA or Roth IRA contribution for 2020. Whether you are considering a contribution to your IRA or not, we […]
