Doug Hutchinson

CFA®, Director of Research and Trading

The Toxic Effects of 401(k) Loans and Early Withdrawals

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The Toxic Effects of 401(k) Loans and Early Withdrawals

Unexpected illness, an emergency home repair, or job loss can create financial turmoil. In the midst of a crisis, withdrawing money from your 401(k) or 403(b) may seem like a good idea. That money is just sitting around anyway and you have plenty of...

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Social Security Fairness Act

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The Social Security Fairness Act Explained

In December 2024, Congress passed the “Social Security Fairness Act” which allows some retirees who receive a public pension to collect higher Social...

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How to Avoid Dollar-Cost Ravaging Your Retirement Savings

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How to Avoid Dollar-Cost Ravaging Your Retirement Savings

It may look like a typo, but dollar-cost ravaging is a real thing — and a serious problem for some retirees. As you may have guessed, the name is a...

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When to Take Social Security

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When to Take Social Security: 5 Key Considerations

Choosing when to file for Social Security benefits is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make leading up to retirement. The timing can significantly...

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Tax Loss Harvesting Rules and Examples

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Tax Loss Harvesting Rules and Examples

If you have a taxable investment account, tax loss harvesting could help you reduce your tax burden. Before the year is out, take a look at your...

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Benefits of Investing Early for Retirement

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The Benefits of Investing Early for Retirement

When I was a kid, it annoyed me when relatives I only saw during the holidays would exclaim, “Look at how much you’ve grown!” Now that I’m an adult,...

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Year-End Financial Planning Checklist

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Year-End Financial Planning Checklist

With the year coming to a close, now is a good time to do an annual review of your financial health. Here are 10 financial planning items to review...

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Planning for Inheritance

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Planning for Inheritance

To ensure your assets are distributed in accordance with your wishes, detailed financial planning is essential. Without a legal will, up-to-date...

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Financial Planning Sandwich Generation

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Financial Planning for the Sandwich Generation

If you have a parent age 65 or older and at least one dependent child, you’re a member of the sandwich generation. According to Pew Research, about...

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Tax Strategies for Non-Taxable Estates

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Tax Planning Strategies for Non-Taxable Estates

Through the end of 2025, only estates worth more than $13.61 million are subject to federal estate tax. Under the current law, only a tiny percentage...

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