Private Wealth Management For Select Individuals
Whether you are working towards retirement or are already there, at Retirement Planning Group of West Virginia we understand that you face many important decisions that can affect your long-term financial success. Some of these decisions revolve around making investments that will help create a hedge against outliving your income, the impact of inflation, taxation, and rising healthcare costs. Because of our focus on the unique challenges of retirement planning, we are in an advantageous position to approach such challenges with experience and skill.
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Variable Universal Life Insurance
Variable Universal Life is permanent insurance in which the policyholder directs how premiums are invested.
What Is a 1031 Exchange?
A look at 1031 Exchanges, a real estate investment strategy that may allow you to defer your capital gains taxes.
The Basics of Medicare
Learn all about Medicare basics in this informative and insightful article.
Do Our Biases Affect Our Financial Choices?
Even the most seasoned investors have biases affecting their financial choices.
The Financial Literacy Crisis
Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.
A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List
Longer, healthier living can put greater stress on retirement assets; the bucket approach may be one answer.
Types of Stock Market Analysis
Most stock market analysis falls into three broad groups: Fundamental, technical, and sentimental. Here’s a look at each.
Data Thieves from Outer Space
Learn about the dangers of internet fraud with this highly educational and fun “pulp” comic.
Fixed or Variable Mortgage, Which Should You Pick?
When selecting a mortgage, one of the most critical choices is between a fixed or variable interest-rate mortgage.
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Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
Compare Roth and traditional 401(k) options to see which may work better for your situation.
How Long Will Your Money Last?
See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.
How Compound Interest Works
Explore how compound interest can grow your money over time with this interactive tool.
Emergency Fund Calculator
Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.
Inflation & Retirement
See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.
Simple 401k
See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.
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To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.
Leaving Your Lasting Legacy
Want to do more with your wealth? You might want to consider creating a charitable foundation.
Behavioral Finance
An amusing and whimsical look at behavioral finance best practices for investors.
Global and International Funds
Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?
The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.
Surprise! You’ve Got Money!
Here’s a quick guide to checking to see if you have unclaimed money.