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How Much Do I Need to Retire Comfortably?
March 6, 2024

How Much Do I Need to Retire Comfortably?

By Michael Vaughn, CFP® Wondering how much you’ll need for a comfortable retirement? While experts often suggest aiming for 55-80% of your pre-retirement income annually, it’s not a one-size-fits-all solution. Your definition of a “comfortable” retirement will be different from others’, and shaped by your lifestyle preferences and goals. Whether you envision staying close to […]

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Should You Max Out Your 401(k)?

Are you keeping up with your 401k? 

Your life is busy. Sure you contribute to it, but who knows how to choose the investments and keep an eye on them? AdvisorK is now available for individuals to give you investment advice and monitoring of your workplace retirement account. 401k, 403b, 457, TSP, variable annuity and other employer based retirement accounts. With our […]

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Should You Max Out Your 401(k)?
February 15, 2024

Should You Max Out Your 401(k)?

By Michael Vaughn, CFP® If you’ve been actively planning for retirement, you’ve likely heard that maximizing your 401(k) contributions is touted as the ultimate goal. It’s a tax-efficient strategy to save for the future, and setting up automatic contributions effortlessly integrates this money into your financial portfolio.  However, going all-in on maxing out your 401(k) […]

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How to Maximize Your Tax Savings This Year
January 17, 2024

How to Maximize Your Tax Savings This Year

By Michael Vaughn, CFP® When most people hear “tax planning,” they think of a boring, tedious activity that is usually done by your tax advisor or financial professional. But if you like saving money (and who doesn’t?), one of the best ways is by minimizing your tax liability. There are many ways to save on […]

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Your End-of-the-Year Checklist for Small Business Owners
December 4, 2023

Your End-of-the-Year Checklist for Small Business Owners

By Michael Vaughn, CFP® As the year draws to a close, small business owners need to make a year-end checklist—and check it twice! From navigating IRS elections to maximizing deductions and staying on top of evolving filing methods, this easy guide provides five essential elements that demand your attention as you prepare to close the […]

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Finding Gratitude This Thanksgiving Season
November 17, 2023

Finding Gratitude This Thanksgiving Season

By Michael Vaughn, CFP® When I reflect on what I’m grateful for this holiday season, I think back to when I made the decision to change careers. I left a good-paying job for the unknown, but what I did know was I wanted to stay near family and friends and I wanted to help others. […]

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