Investing Smart: Beyond the 401(k)

Raj Shah and Rick Borek discuss 401(k) plans and the advantages of IRAs and Roth IRAs. They emphasize limitations of 401(k) plans and the benefits of having more control over investments through IRAs, as well as the significant tax advantages of utilizing Roth 401(k) accounts. For more information…

Navigating Retirement: Risks and Strategies

Raj Shah and Rick Borek discuss the critical aspects of retirement planning, emphasizing the importance of understanding financial risks, stress testing portfolios, and the value of personalized financial advice. They talk about how working longer can reduce the risk of running out of money and how…

Keeping Up with Inflation in Retirement

Rah Shah and Rick Borek emphasize the importance of structuring retirement portfolios to not only keep pace with inflation but also to ensure sustainable income.  For more information or to schedule a consultation with SC Wealth Advisors visit: scwealthadvisors.com Raj Shah and Rick Borek focus o…

Planning for the Unexpected in Retirement

Raj Shah and Rick Borek explain the complexities of retirement planning, highlighting the importance of proactive financial strategies in light of unexpected events such as health issues or job layoffs. They emphasize the need for individuals to create a robust financial plan that allows for flexib…

Maximizing Your Social Security Benefits

Raj Shah and Rick Borek focus on the importance of understanding Social Security benefits and the strategies to maximize them. They cover misconceptions about taking Social Security early and the emotional factors that influence decision-making.  For more information or to schedule a consultation …

The Risks of Early Social Security Claims

Raj Shah and Rick Borek delve into the complexities of Social Security, particularly the implications of claiming benefits early versus delaying them. They emphasize the importance of strategic planning in retirement to mitigate potential losses due to benefit cuts and inflation.  For more informa…

The Impact of Inflation on Retirement Plans

Raj Shah and Rick Borek explain that it's important for retirees to understand the impact of inflation on their retirement plans and make adjustments accordingly. High inflation rates can significantly reduce the success rate of retirement portfolios. They explain that retirees should consider savi…

The Solvency Crisis of Social Security

Raj Shah and Rick Borek discuss how Social Security is facing a solvency crisis within the next 10 years, and one option to fix it is to raise the full retirement age. This would add funding to Social Security but also result in fewer years of payments for retirees. They explain that planning for a…

Opportunity to Lock in High Yields on Longer-Term Treasuries

Raj Shah and Rick Borek discuss the potential rate cuts by the Fed and its impact on fixed income investments. They emphasize the opportunity to lock in high yields on longer-term treasuries before rates go down. For more information or to schedule a consultation with SC Wealth Advisors visit: scw…

Taking Advantage of Current Tax Benefits and Exclusions

Raj Shah and Rick Borek explain how important it is to address tax planning in retirement, including factors such as selling a home, annuities, Roth IRA conversions, IRA contributions, required minimum distributions, tax loss harvesting, and taxation of Social Security benefits. They believe timing…