Ben Kunes
Safe Money Retirement Group
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Long Term Care Planning Needs To Be Part Of Your Retirement Planning
November 15, 2024
Long Term Care insurance is an often overlooked but crucial part of a well-balanced portfolio. Frequently, ...
What Expenses Does Long Term Care Insurance Cover?
November 15, 2024
Long-term care insurance typically covers costs associated with personal and custodial care in a variety of ...
Managing Your Retirement Savings During Job Transitions
November 1, 2024
Switching jobs is a common experience in today’s dynamic job market, but with each transition, you ...
Maximizing Retirement Savings with Roth IRA Contributions for Tax-Free Growth and Withdrawals
November 1, 2024
Disclaimer: The information below is assumed to be accurate. Rules and regulations change, make sure you ...
Planning for Retirement
October 15, 2024
Imagine living your golden years without financial worries, enjoying the freedom to pursue your passions. Retirement ...
Building a Resilient Retirement Plan
October 15, 2024
Life is full of surprises, and while some may bring joy, others may pose significant financial ...
Shifting From Saving to Spending in Retirement
October 1, 2024
Economic challenges often prompt individuals to seek ways to bolster their financial health, particularly concerning retirement ...
How MYGAs, SPIAs, and FIAs Enhance Retirement Planning
October 1, 2024
You may have heard of MYGAs, SPIAs, and FIAs, but what are these financial products, and ...
The Role of Guaranteed Income Annuities
September 15, 2024
Disclaimer: This article is for information only. The recommendations suggested below are intended only as information. ...
Beyond the Basics of Fixed Annuities
September 15, 2024
Fixed annuities offer the promise of reliable income, but like any financial product, the devil is ...
Social Security is Your Foundation for Retirement Income
September 3, 2024
Retirement planning can feel overwhelming – investment strategies, withdrawal rates, and healthcare costs must be considered. ...
Social Security's Future: The 2024 Report
September 3, 2024
The 2024 Trustees Report has presented mixed news for Social Security's financial outlook. While it shows ...
Turn the Tables on Scammers with This Reporting Toolkit
August 15, 2024
Understanding the Scam or Fraud 1. Identifying the Scam: Firstly, determine the nature of the scam ...
Women, Annuities and the Need to Outsource Retirement Income Management
July 24, 2024
Guaranteed benefits can provide income for any time period, even lifetime. According to recent research from ...
Your Retirement Income. Guaranteed? Or at Risk?
July 1, 2024
Do you want guarantees or risks? Sometimes it is difficult to focus on the essential things ...
Downside Protection And Guaranteed Lifetime Income
July 1, 2024
Protection against loss and lifetime income! How can those guys do that? Of all the many ...
Safe Money Options
February 15, 2024
Fixed and Fixed Indexed Annuities for Retirees Financial security is often the top priority for retirees ...
Inflation Can Cripple Retirement Planning
August 14, 2023
Most investors only consider the risk to their principal, which is why they favor Certificates of ...
Temporary Inflation Can Damage Retirement Planning
August 14, 2023
Even "temporary" inflation can drain off large amounts of your wealth "Warren Buffet once pointed out ...
To Bonds Or Not To Bonds That Is The Question
August 1, 2023
Have bonds earned a place in your portfolio?Beginning in 2020, the Federal Reserve cut interest rates ...
Which Should You Choose, Annuities or Bonds?
August 1, 2023
A Look at Fixed Indexed Annuities Compared to BondsInvesting in the future is always an important ...
Women And The Retirement Nightmare
July 15, 2023
For several years I worked as a volunteer for the local food bank. It supplied those ...
Financial Planning for the Divorced Woman: You are in Control!
July 14, 2023
Women need to understand their rights in a divorce“The impact a divorce has on women’s finances ...
Inflation and Fixed Indexed Annuities. Can You Protect Yourself?
June 29, 2023
Be cautious of inflation when planning your retirement Long-term loans carry higher interest rates than short-term loans ...
Ben Kunes
Safe Money Retirement Group
6657 Winding Creek Way
St. Louis, Missouri 63129
ben.kunes@retirevillage.com
(314) 740-6278
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