Lawrence J. Fisher
Welcome to WeHelpYouRetire.com. As the name implies, our business is focused primarily on helping individuals and families make a positive transition from work to retirement. We work with clients to guide them through the maze of important financial decisions that result from retiring.
From an investment standpoint, there is a critical shift that takes place for most people at retirement - from accumulation to distribution. The rules are different and our clients depend on us to help them understand and plan for the differences. Together we develop a plan to help with their unique financial objectives.
It's important to note that this is not a do-it-yourself website. You will find many valuable tools and resources, but it is our belief that retirement planning is best accomplished with the help of a trusted advisor.
So enjoy your visit and if you think we can help you plan for the future, I encourage you to contact our office to arrange a complimentary consultation.
Newsletters
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What’s Required of the Executor of an Estate?
Being named as the executor of an estate is generally an honor but settling an estate can be a difficult and time-consuming job. This article provides an overview of typical executor responsibilities.
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Setting a Retirement Savings Goal
Only 51% of workers or their spouses have tried to estimate the savings they would need to live comfortably in retirement. This article offers a simple worksheet to help calculate a savings target.
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Municipal Bonds: A Tax-Advantaged Way to Put Capital to Work
Muni bonds and tax-exempt funds have long been a mainstay in the portfolios of income-focused investors who want to manage their tax burdens.
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Fixed Annuities: Retirement Income for Now or Later
Purchasing a fixed annuity shifts the risk for future investment returns to the insurance company and could help create a pension-like income stream for retirement.
Calculators
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Cost of Retirement
Use this calculator to estimate how much income and savings you may need in retirement.
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Retirement Plan Early Distribution
Estimate how much would remain after paying income taxes and penalties if you took an early distribution from a retirement plan.
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Required Minimum Distributions
Estimate the annual required distribution from your traditional IRA or former employer's retirement plan after you turn age 73.
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Roth IRA Conversion
This calculator can help you determine whether you should consider converting to a Roth IRA.