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Why Life Insurance Belongs in Your Retirement Plan

Why Life Insurance Belongs in Your Retirement Plan

Quick Take Life insurance isn’t just for parents with mortgages. The right policy can: protect a spouse’s income plan if one Social Security check disappears create tax-advantaged cash you can access in down markets cover final expenses and debts so heirs keep what...

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The 4% Rule: How Much Can You Spend in Retirement?

The 4% Rule: How Much Can You Spend in Retirement?

How much can you spend without running out of money? The 4% rule is a popular rule of thumb, but you can do better. Here are guidelines for finding your personalized spending rate. You've worked hard to save for retirement, and now you're ready to turn your savings...

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Fixed Index Annuity

Fixed Index Annuity

What Is a Fixed Index Annuity? A fixed index annuity is a financial product whose terms are defined by a contract between you and an insurance company. It features characteristics of both fixed annuities and variable annuities. Fixed index annuities are also referred...

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Why Annuities May Be a Safer Bet in 2025

Why Annuities May Be a Safer Bet in 2025

Many people decide to claim their Social Security benefit when they retire. You may be one of them. It could be that you need the money, or maybe you want to invest it in the hope that it grows. While these can be good options depending on your needs and preferences,...

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Interest in Annuities Is Soaring: Understanding the 2025 Trend

Interest in Annuities Is Soaring: Understanding the 2025 Trend

Learn how the market, economy, and demographics are shaping the annuity industry. The annuity industry is having a moment. After years of mixed opinions and confusion around how they work, annuities surged in popularity in recent years, with total U.S. sales reaching...

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Weekly Market Commentary

Weekly Market Commentary

Well, the market finally had a significant pullback, but not before the S&P 500 and NASDAQ were able to set another all-time high.  The week began with a deal between OpenAI and AMD, sending AMD shares nearly 24% higher.  The deal catalyzed the technology sector...

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Weekly Market Commentary

Weekly Market Commentary

Investors sent US markets to another set of all-time highs despite concerns about an extended government shutdown.  The U.S. government shutdown was largely dismissed by markets last week, which came as a surprise given that several key economic data sets (Initial...

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Weekly Market Commentary

Weekly Market Commentary

The S&P 500 hit a 28th record high for the year before settling lower for the week. Investors endured a choppy week of trading as better-than-expected economic data and better-than-feared inflation data tempered the notion of additional rate cuts.  Several Fed...

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Weekly Market Commentary

Weekly Market Commentary

The major US equity market indices forged another set of all-time highs as investors went all in on risk assets after the Federal Reserve announced a twenty-five basis point cut to its policy rate and telegraphed the potential for three more cuts by January 2026. The...

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Weekly Market Commentary

Weekly Market Commentary

US equity indices posted another set of all-time highs as investors increased expectations for three, twenty-five basis point rate cuts by year's end.  Inflation data reported for the week essentially gave the Fed the green light for a September rate cut....

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Weekly Market Commentary

Weekly Market Commentary

Investors sent the S&P 500 to another all-time high in a holiday-shortened week of trading.  President Trump started the week by asking the Supreme Court to expedite a hearing to challenge the International Trade Court and the Federal Court of Appeals rulings that...

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Weekly Market Commentary

Weekly Market Commentary

The S&P 500 posted a gain for the fourth consecutive month as investors continued to embrace the prospects of a September rate cut, a robust economic outlook, and strong corporate earnings.  The much-anticipated second-quarter results from NVidia were met with...

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Weekly Market Commentary

Weekly Market Commentary

US equity markets ended the week with a powerful move to the upside after Fed Chairman J. Powell indicated that the balance of risk had shifted to the labor market, leaving the door open for a September rate cut.  The final day of trading wiped out losses incurred in...

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Weekly Market Commentary

Weekly Market Commentary

Global financial markets had another positive week as the Dow Jones Industrial Average finally joined the S&P 500 and the NASDAQ with a new all-time high.  Benign consumer inflation increased the probability of a September rate cut to 99% and fostered the idea of...

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Why the Once-Per-Year Rollover Rule Is Often Misapplied

By Ian Berger, JD IRA Analyst The IRS rollover rules are fraught with complexity. (That’s why we always recommend direct transfers instead of 60-day rollovers.) The rule with the most serious consequences is the “once-per-year” rule. Running afoul of that rule...

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IRA Trick or Treat

By Sarah Brenner, JD Director of Retirement Education The Halloween holiday is approaching. This is the time of year when tiny ghosts and goblins will ring doorbells and ask, “Trick or Treat?” In the spirit of the season, we at the Slott Report present our very own...

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Weekly Market Commentary

Weekly Market Commentary

US markets rebounded from losses in the prior week as trade tensions between the US and China appeared to ease.  President Trump is scheduled to meet with President Xi in the next couple of weeks, and Treasury Secretary Bessent met with Chinese trade officials over...

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Good Reasons to Name a Trust as IRA Beneficiary

When a trust is named as beneficiary of an IRA, several possible negative issues may be introduced. For example, after the death of the IRA owner, things can become more complex for the beneficiaries. Trust beneficiaries cannot simply set up their own inherited IRAs....

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State Tax Treatment of 529-to-Roth IRA Rollovers

By Ian Berger, JD IRA Analyst By now, most of you probably know about the SECURE 2.0 Act provision  permitting 529 funds to be rolled over to Roth IRAs. Because of this new law, parents and grandparents can fund 529 plans without worrying as much about having to pay...

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5 Steps for Tax-Free Roth IRA Distributions

By Sarah Brenner, JD Director of Retirement Education The benefit of funding a Roth IRA is the availability of tax-free distributions in the future. You pay taxes now on your contribution (or conversion) in exchange for tax-free earnings down the road. The rules can...

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The following link/content may include information and statistical data obtained from and/or prepared by thirdparty sources that Kenney Insurance Services, deems reliable but in no way does Kenney Insurance Services guarantee its accuracy or completeness. Kenney Insurance Services had no involvement in the creation of the content and did not make any revisions to such content. All such third-party information and statistical data contained herein is subject to change without notice and may not reflect the view or opinions of Kenney Insurance Services. Nothing herein constitutes investment, legal or tax advice or any recommendation that any security, portfolio of securities, or investment strategy is suitable for any specific person. Personal investment advice can only be rendered after the engagement of Kenney Insurance Services, execution of required documentation, and receipt of required disclosures. All investments involve risk and past performance is no guarantee of future results.

 

Turning 65? The No-Stress Medicare Timeline (What to Do & When)

Turning 65? The No-Stress Medicare Timeline (What to Do & When)

Medicare doesn’t have to be confusing. Use this simple month-by-month checklist to enroll on time, avoid penalties, and choose coverage that fits your doctors, prescriptions, travel, and budget. 6–9 Months Before Your 65th Birthday: Get Your Bearings Learn the basics:...

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What Is Medicare? A Friendly Guide to Parts A, B, C & D

What Is Medicare? A Friendly Guide to Parts A, B, C & D

Meta: A simple walkthrough of Medicare Parts A, B, C & D—what each covers, who’s eligible, and how they work together.Takeaways: Four parts, different roles Enrollment timing matters Coverage & costs vary by plan and area Post:Medicare is the federal health...

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Medicare in 2025: What You Need to Know About Your Coverage

Medicare in 2025: What You Need to Know About Your Coverage

As we step into 2025, understanding your Medicare needs is more important than ever. With healthcare costs rising and plan options evolving, staying informed ensures you have the right coverage to protect both your health and your financial well-being. Whether you’re...

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How are Medicare costs and benefits changing for 2026?

How are Medicare costs and benefits changing for 2026?

Learn how premiums, out-of-pocket costs and income-related surcharges are changing for 2026 Medicare coverage What are the changes to Medicare benefits for 2026? Medicare changes for 2026 include increases for Medicare Part B and Part A premiums and cost-sharing,...

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Six Changes Coming to Social Security in 2026

Six Changes Coming to Social Security in 2026

Big changes are coming to Social Security in the year ahead, impacting everything from the size of your benefit check to your full retirement age. Here's what you need to know. In January 2026, several changes to Social Security will take effect, impacting everything...

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Vaccines Medicare Covers for Free in 2025

Vaccines Medicare Covers for Free in 2025

The U.S. is experiencing an outbreak of measles and is on track to have the most whooping cough cases since 1948. These vaccines Medicare covers for free can keep you safe. Did you know that Medicare fully covers many vaccines for its beneficiaries? Well, they do....

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Seven Medicare Changes Coming in 2026

Seven Medicare Changes Coming in 2026

Learn about the benefits that become permanent features of Medicare in 2026 and other changes as they are released. Knowing how Medicare is evolving and which benefits you can rely on will help you focus on whether Original Medicare or a particular Medicare Advantage...

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Your life will change. And your plan must change with it. At our regular plan reviews we check for progress, realign to new information, and address any information that is out of date. Our support team is here for you to get you the answers you need when you need them. Regular plan reviews are just another part of doing it the right way.

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