Despite the economic uncertainty caused by the pandemic—or possibly because of it—US retirement account balances rose to record levels during the fourth quarter of 2020, as reported by Fidelity Investments. The firm said individual contributions to individual retirement accounts (IRA), as well as 401(k) and 403(b) retirement accounts remained strong during the last three months of the year.
When it comes to protecting your assets, minimizing your tax liabilities, and securing your clients' legacy, financial and estate planning should always be a joint consideration. An integrated approach ensures you have a plan to preserve and grow their wealth while providing peace of mind that their affairs will be managed according to their wishes.
More Americans are living paycheck to paycheck, largely because lower-income earners spend most of their money to cover essentials.