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Popular "Financial Guru" Proposes an 8% Withdrawal Rule... Is that Realistic? Recently, on his popular show, Dave Ramsey, a well-known, "financial expert" dismissed the common advice to withdraw only 4% of your retirement savings annually as "moronic," advocating instead for an 8% withdrawal rate. In this video, Kyle Boston with First Coast Financial Group and Erin Kennedy talk through whether and when an 8% withdrawal rate makes sense. Here's the answer: yes, it might make sense. But it all depends on the individual person. Finding the correct withdrawal rate will vary from person to person. To find that number, you need to account for life expectancy, spending habits, and market conditions. Finding that number will ensure your savings will last throughout your retirement while allowing you to maintain your desired lifestyle. If you'd like to find your own unique, personalized withdrawal rate (keeping in mind that the rate should be revisited often), please give Kyle a call at 904-288-0103 or visit https://lnkd.in/e-McfFje #DaveRamsey #WithdrawalRate #Retirement #FinancialAdvisor

Navigating Market Volatility: Corrections and Opportunities Concerns about a cooling U.S. economy led to a recent market downturn. And that volatility may continue. As Kyle Boston with First Coast Financial Group explains to Erin Kennedy, a correction was somewhat expected. Historically, we often see corrections around this time of year, particularly in August and September. But when our team at First Coast Financial Group constructs portfolios, we always consider the potential impact of volatility, aligning asset allocation with each investor's unique risk profile. This helps manage risk while boosting long-term returns. It's important for investors to remember that these moments can present long-term opportunities. We're always on the lookout for such opportunities to position portfolios for future growth. If you have any questions about whether your portfolio can withstand or even capitalize on market volatility, please call Kyle at 904-288-0103 or visit https://lnkd.in/e-McfFje #WealthManagement #Retirement #Investing #MarketTrends #MarketVolatility 

Interest Rates are Staying High: How to Make them Work in your Favor For several months now, The Fed has decided to leave interest rates unchanged. For the most part, this isn't great news for borrowers, but as Kyle Boston with First Coast Financial Group explains to Erin Kennedy, it may offer some unique opportunities for savers. High interest rates offer unique opportunities when investing in high-yield bonds or money market accounts. You may also want to consider an annuity, which can provide a stable stream of income especially during periods of high-interest rates. If you'd like to talk to Kyle about turning these high interest rates into opportunities, please feel free to give him a call at 904-288-0103 or visit https://lnkd.in/e-McfFje #WealthManagement #InterestRates #GoodDebtBadDebt #FinancialAdvisor 

Should Retirees Include Bitcoin in their Portfolio? Fidelity recently published a white paper titled: The Case for Bitcoin. Fidelity researchers state that a 2% allocation to Bitcoin could allow for an increase in annual spending ranging from 1%-4%, and a 5% Bitcoin allocation could allow for an increase in annual spending by as much as 9.5%. Considering those findings, Kyle Boston with First Coast Financial Group discusses the findings with Erin Kennedy and weighs in on whether retirees or pre-retirees should incorporate Bitcoin into their retirement portfolio. If you have any questions about whether your portfolio is properly diversified, or if you'd like to learn more about investing in Bitcoin, please reach out to Kyle by calling 904-288-0103 or visit https://lnkd.in/e-McfFje To read the Fidelity white paper, please click here: https://lnkd.in/en3FsW85... #crypto #Bitcoin #WealthManagement #Investing #RetirementIncome

According to a recent report from @Consumer Affairs, 60% of seniors have regrets about how they prepared (or didn't) for retirement. In this video, Kyle Boston with First Coast Financial Group and Erin Kennedy break down those top regrets, including: 63% wished they had planned their investments to provide automatic income. 85% wished they had built their portfolios to deal with the unexpected, including inflation and market volatility. Another regret: not considering tax implications. It's not too late to prepare for a happy retirement! If you'd like to talk with Kyle about how to avoid these mistakes and how to create sustainable income in retirement, reach out by calling 904-288-0103 or visit https://lnkd.in/e-McfFje #WealthManagement #Retirement #RetirementRegrets 

Inflation and the continued phase-in of SECURE Act 2.0 mean changes for savers and retirees. Kyle Boston with First Coast Financial Group and Erin Kennedy are breaking down the 5 biggest changes (and opportunities): 1. Higher Tax Brackets: this could also mean some opportunities to avoid capital gains tax 2. No RMDs for Roth 401ks 3. Higher Contribution Limits for Retirement Accounts 4. Higher QCD Limits 5. Higher Estate and Gift Tax Thresholds: for wealthy clients, this is a unique opportunity before the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act sunsets If you'd like to talk through these changes and any planning moves you should consider now, please reach out to Kyle by calling 904-288-0103 or visit https://lnkd.in/e-McfFje #Retirement #RetirementChanges #SECUREAct #TaxPlanning #WealthManagement

A recent survey of 2 thousand retired Americans found that they'd expected to retire at 63.2 years old, but instead retired at 61.5, and one in three said they would have retired earlier if they'd had the chance! But before you tell your boss goodbye, Kyle Boston with First Coast Financial Group and Erin Kennedy walk through these important questions: -How much money do I need to retire early? -What's the first step to figuring out what will get me to and through retirement? -When should I claim Social Security? -What about health insurance? If you'd like to find out if you're on track to retire early, please feel free to give Kyle a call at 904-288-0103 or set up a complimentary appointment at https://lnkd.in/e-McfFje #WealthManagement #Retirement #RetireEarly #FIRE #SocialSecurity