PODCAST: The Basics of Personal Financial Planning
Learn the basics of personal financial planning from Eclectic's president, David Little. Saving, Investing, Insurance, Estate Planning, Taxes, & Retirement. This presentation was originally given to a local conference in March of 2022.
PODCAST: California and Retirement Taxes -- Updated 2022
This episode is an update to an article by the same name that Russell Hall wrote a few years ago for Eclectic Associates. Russell is a 20-year veteran of financial planning and has particular expertise in taxes. He has written extensively on a variety of topics, and you can find those articles at our website under the Education tab.
When Should I Apply for Social Security?
It’s common to wonder when you should start taking Social Security. Here are points to help you feel more confident about this decision.
Don’t Let Your Kids Ruin Your Retirement Plan
If you help your adult kids out financially, what consequences will they face? Will they learn a positive or negative lesson?
How to Avoid Outliving Your Money in Retirement
It’s common for people to worry about outliving their money in retirement. Here are points to help you feel confident about your retirement.
LAPD Deferred Retirement Option Plan: What You Need to Know
The Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) for L.A.’s police and fire personnel can help increase retirement savings. Here’s what you should know.
What the SECURE Act Means for Your Retirement
The SECURE Act will affect how people use their retirement accounts. Here’s a rundown of what the act could mean for your retirement.
How to Set a Retirement Travel Budget
Setting a travel budget in retirement is not as easy as it is when you are working. Here are some points to help you enjoy traveling without hurting your budget.
Everything You Need to Know About RMDs
When you turn 70.5, you need to take required minimum distributions. We cover how RMDs work, how they’re taxed, and other key points.