Category: Article

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October 22, 2025
qualified charitable distributions (QCDs)

Making Sense of RMDs in 2025: Practical Ways to Manage Taxes and Give Back

Turn your 2025 RMD into a gift. Learn how qualified charitable distributions (QCDs) can help lower taxes while supporting causes you care about.

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October 22, 2025
charitable giving

Charitable Giving Strategies for High-Net-Worth Retirees

Explore tax-smart charitable giving strategies for retirees to maximize impact, reduce taxes, and leave a lasting legacy.

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October 21, 2025
open enrollment

2026 Medicare Updates: Higher Costs, Fewer Choices, Big Decisions

Medicare brings higher costs, fewer choices, and new rules in 2026. Review your plan during open enrollment to help avoid surprises.

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October 21, 2025
health care in retirment

Protect Your Lifestyle: How to Plan for Health Care in Retirement

Plan ahead for health care in retirement to help protect your lifestyle, savings, and long-term well-being.

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October 20, 2025
401k plan sponsors

SECURE Act 2.0 Compliance: Key Considerations for Plan Sponsors

Retirement plan sponsors are facing a pivotal moment in the evolution of workplace savings plans, as the SECURE Act 2.0 provisions reshape how sponsors design, administer, and communicate their 401(k) plans.

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October 20, 2025
401k scrutiny

401(k) Oversight: How Sponsors Can Stay Ahead of Legal Risks

As 2025 winds down, plan sponsors are facing increasing legal and regulatory scrutiny surrounding their 401(k) plans, driven by shifting legal standards, increased participant awareness, and more aggressive enforcement by government agencies.

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October 15, 2025
The Retirement Coach, Jack Phelps, Savant Wealth Management

Market Timing vs. Putting it in a Drawer

Market timing sounds logical but rarely works. Learn why a steady, long-term approach beats chasing perfect entry and exit points.

Article
October 15, 2025
Medicare open enrollment

Medicare Open Enrollment 2026: What Wealthy Retirees Should Know

The choices you make during Medicare’s Annual Open Enrollment (October 15 to December 7, 2025) can impact your health care access, your tax strategy, and your bottom line.

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October 15, 2025

Should You Consolidate Your Retirement Accounts?

Does it make sense to consolidate your retirement accounts? Like many issues, the answer is, “It depends.” Here are some pros and cons to consider before rolling all your retirement accounts into one.

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October 14, 2025
Market Update Graphic, Zach Ivey Market Insights

Q3 2025 Market Insights: Why We Believe Discipline and Diversification Still Win

Explore Savant Wealth’s Q3 2025 Market Insights: Economic trends, stock performance, and why disciplined, diversified investing contributes to long-term success.

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October 13, 2025
financial goals offense or defense

Are You Playing Offense with Your Wealth or Stuck on Defense?

Add more than “save” to your financial goal playbook. Find out how to enjoy life today while staying prepared for tomorrow.

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October 10, 2025

Minimizing Family Conflicts in Your Estate Plan

Even the closest families can be fractured by disagreements after a loved one’s passing. This is especially true when it comes to inheriting assets. While you might imagine your children getting along seamlessly, it’s important to plan for all possibilities.

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