Tax season may be over, but a completed tax return offers information that can help with financial strategy for the rest of the year.
Unlike retirement accounts, there are no federal contribution limits for variable annuities, and the investment gains won’t be taxed until they are withdrawn.
Here are some steps to help handle challenging times and potentially emerge even stronger.
Calculate the rate of return you would have to receive from a taxable investment to realize an equivalent tax-exempt yield.
Estimate the future value of your current savings.
How much can you afford to pay for a car?
Estimate how much would remain after paying income taxes and penalties if you took an early distribution from a retirement plan.