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10/19/2026

This week is Estate Planning Awareness Week. Are your beneficiaries up to date on everything, including your 401(k)s, IRAs, your insurance policies, and your estate plan? Life moves ahead, and it’s not always in a straight line. Estate planning can be an important part of providing for your family, and be sure to make regular updates in cases of divorce or if family members pass away. Many people find that an estate plan helps document their wishes.

All content is for educational and informational purposes only, is general in nature, does not take into account the objectives or financial situation of any particular person, and is not investment, tax, or legal advice or an offer or solicitation to buy or sell any security. Advisory services are provided only pursuant to a written agreement. Investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal. No strategy assures a profit or protects against loss in a declining market. LTPlanners does not provide legal services. Estate planning documents should be prepared and reviewed by a qualified attorney.

10/15/2026

Today is the start of the Medicare Open Enrollment period, which runs October 15th to December 7th annually for those already on Medicare. Now is the time to check your plan for any changes in co-pays, deductibles, coverages, doctors, covered medications… and compare costs. You can switch to a different Medicare Advantage plan, go back to Original Medicare, add vision or dental, or make other choices for the 2027 benefit year. And remember, your Medicare Part B and Part D premiums may include an income-related adjustment based on your income from two years prior.

All content is for educational and informational purposes only, is general in nature, does not take into account the objectives or financial situation of any particular person, and is not investment, tax, or legal advice or an offer or solicitation to buy or sell any security. Advisory services are provided only pursuant to a written agreement. Investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal. No strategy assures a profit or protects against loss in a declining market. LTPlanners is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of Medicare, CMS, or any government agency, and does not sell or recommend Medicare plans. This post is general information only.

10/13/2026

Healthcare costs are on the rise, and your retirement plan should account for these costs, especially as you get older. Fidelity’s most recent annual estimate is $185,500 in retirement healthcare costs for the average person who has reached age 65. This includes Medicare premiums, copayments, deductibles, and other out-of-pocket costs, but does not include long-term care: https://bit.ly/46Z4bnT

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All content is for educational and informational purposes only, is general in nature, does not take into account the objectives or financial situation of any particular person, and is not investment, tax, or legal advice or an offer or solicitation to buy or sell any security. Advisory services are provided only pursuant to a written agreement. Investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal. No strategy assures a profit or protects against loss in a declining market. This estimate was prepared by Fidelity Investments and has not been independently verified by LTPlanners. Individual costs will vary, and this figure is not a projection of your expenses.

10/08/2026

WHERE you retire might matter more than ever. Is your location on this list? 🏙️ This annual ranking by Fast Company compares four key factors, affordability, activities, quality of life, and healthcare, across more than 180 cities: https://bit.ly/4rwu2No

All content is for educational and informational purposes only, is general in nature, does not take into account the objectives or financial situation of any particular person, and is not investment, tax, or legal advice or an offer or solicitation to buy or sell any security. Advisory services are provided only pursuant to a written agreement. Investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal. No strategy assures a profit or protects against loss in a declining market. This ranking was prepared by Fast Company. LTPlanners did not participate in, pay for, or endorse the ranking, it is not a recommendation of any location, and it does not reflect any client experience or investment results.

With retirement budgets under pressure, a new ranking compares U.S. cities on costs, healthcare, quality of life, and activities.

10/06/2026

A recent article in Psychology Today magazine lays out aspects of retirement you may not have thought about. From making plans to travel, spending time with family and friends, or exercising more, to finding ways to stay useful and relevant as well as financially sound, the subjects explored here are truly worth considering BEFORE you stop working: https://bit.ly/3UYY7sL

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10/01/2026

October is Financial Planning Month, which is a great reminder to consider all of your financial matters comprehensively, as a whole. Consider whether your plan addresses retirement savings, a retirement income plan, savings for life milestone goals (wedding, house, kids’ college), insurance appropriate to your circumstances, your budget, your investments, your legacy plan… everything related to your finances! [LR1]

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All content is for educational and informational purposes only, is general in nature, does not take into account the objectives or financial situation of any particular person, and is not investment, tax, or legal advice or an offer or solicitation to buy or sell any security. Advisory services are provided only pursuant to a written agreement. Investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal. No strategy assures a profit or protects against loss in a declining market. This post is educational and is not individualized investment advice. Investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal.

09/30/2026

Grandparents Day recognizes the important role grandparents play in their families, from offering guidance and support to helping raise the next generation.

For many, that support extends beyond spending time with children and grandchildren. It can also include helping with college education costs and making thoughtful decisions about the assets and wealth they hope to pass down.

How assets are managed, gifted, and passed down can have important implications for taxes, financial aid, and the financial well-being of future generations. Here are some considerations grandparents may want to keep in mind.

Grandparents play an important role in their families, from offering guidance and support to helping raise the next generation.

09/30/2026

Many people may procrastinate until the very end of the year, but fall is an optimal time to review your finances to uncover potential tax-saving moves. Essential fall strategies could include maximizing your retirement and HSA contributions, planning charitable gifts, tax-loss harvesting, and evaluating Roth conversions or business expenses. And of course, RMDs (required minimum distributions) must be taken from taxable retirement accounts by December 31 for those 73 or older.

Contact us today to review your strategy and explore potential opportunities to mitigate taxes before the busy holiday season. We are more than happy to team up with your CPA!

09/24/2026

Americans aren’t turning retirement plans into action. New research from LIMRA reveals that while many Americans approaching retirement have thought about how they will generate income, many have yet to create a formal retirement plan or seek professional guidance. Contact us today to start building a retirement strategy designed around your goals.

Nearly six in 10 pre-retirees consider themselves well prepared for retirement, while about four in 10 do not, new LIMRA research finds.

09/22/2026

Hello, autumn!🍁 Today marks the fall equinox, welcoming cooler weather and fresh opportunities. What activities do you look forward to most this time of year?