Our Resources

Buckingham clients enjoy access to a wealth of our continuously updated insights and educational resources. As a trusted, go-to voice in the industry, we also publish some of our findings and perspectives for everyone’s benefit. From articles to podcasts to videos, see our latest below.

  • June 17, 2024

    Are You Ready to Retire? 4 Questions to Consider

    Many individuals approaching retirement are struggling with the question, “Am I ready to retire or should I continue working?” Here are some key points to consider when making this important decision.

    Read the article
  • May 22, 2024

    7 Critical IRA Errors to Avoid

    Chief Planning Officer Jeffrey Levine shares information on the general principles of financial, insurance, investment, income, retirement and estate planning.

    Watch the video
  • April 02, 2024

    5 Steps to a Less-Taxing Retirement

    In this interactive webinar, Buckingham’s Chief Planning Officer Jeffrey Levine shares five strategies to empower those preparing for retirement.

    Watch the video
  • August 14, 2023

    Maximizing Health Care Savings in Retirement With an HSA

    A health savings account (HSA) is a tax-efficient way to pay for qualified medical expenses. However, when you enroll in Medicare, using an HSA becomes a bit trickier. Learn how to get the most mileage out of your health care dollars.

    Read the article
  • July 11, 2023

    10 Key Elements of a Fulfilling Retirement

    In this episode of Buckingham Weekly Perspectives, Chief Investment Officer Kevin Grogan shares 10 key elements for creating and living a fulfilling retirement.

    Watch the video
  • May 18, 2023

    Pre-Tax or Roth? Your 401(k) Options Explained

    Although the choice boils down to when you will pay taxes, here are several scenarios to keep in mind when deciding between pre-tax and Roth contributions in your 401(k).

    Read the article
  • May 16, 2023

    Safe Withdrawal Rates

    Chief Investment Officer Kevin Grogan answers this common question by exploring the factors that impact your portfolio, the three phases of retirement, the 4% rule of thumb and Buckingham’s deep dive approach.

    Watch the video
  • April 24, 2023

    How to Assess the Top 5 Risks in Retirement

    Retirees face five key risks when planning their lifestyle after their working years, and more surprisingly, they often underestimate them. Here’s what retirees should know to prepare.

    Read the article
  • March 01, 2023

    Social Security Benefits: 5 Things Married Couples Should Know

    Social Security benefits are an important source of income for many couples. Unfortunately, the rules surrounding those benefits are incredibly complicated, making it difficult to determine who should claim what benefit when and how much the couple will actually receive.

    Watch the video
  • January 11, 2023

    Buckingham Weekly Perspectives | 3 Key Changes in the SECURE Act 2.0

    Chief Planning Officer Jeffrey Levine shares three of the most important components of this bill and how it may impact you for years to come.

    Watch the video
  • January 02, 2023

    Ring in the New Year with a Fresh Look at Your Financial Plan

    As you get started on your resolutions this year, don’t forget to flex your fiscal muscles and review your financial goals. Six smart strategies will help you plan for the best year yet.

    Read the article
  • December 05, 2022

    Buckingham's Leadership Team's Book Recommendation

    If you too are looking for a great read for yourself, or perhaps a gift idea for your favorite bibliophile, family member, friend or colleague, check out some of our Buckingham Leadership Team’s favorite selections.

    Read the article
  • November 10, 2022

    The Great Retirement Debate

    In his latest venture, Jeff Levine has teamed up with financial heavyweight Ed Slott of Ed Slott and Company to launch a brand new, consumer-friendly podcast, The Great Retirement Debate.

    Read the article
  • October 27, 2022

    Understanding and Managing Sequence of Returns Risk in Retirement

    If you are retired or planning to retire soon, understanding and managing the concept of sequence of returns risk may go a long way towards improving your chances of a successful retirement.

    Watch the video
  • October 17, 2022

    Should You File for Social Security Early to Capture the Inflation Adjustment?

    Social Security benefits will go up 8.7% in 2023, the largest adjustment in four decades. Here’s why you don’t need to rush to file to benefit from the increase.

    Read the article
  • October 10, 2022

    The A, B, Cs of Medicare

    Medicare open enrollment is upon us. Where do you start?

    Read the article
  • May 12, 2022

    Buckingham Connects: May 2022

    During our Buckingham Connects live webcast, three of the industry’s thought leaders answered pressing questions about inflation, interest rate increases, tax legislation and more from concerned viewers just like you. Watch this interactive conversation in its entirety!

    Watch the video
  • December 27, 2021

    Getting Real About Retirement Risks and Rewards

    Explore some holistic financial planning opportunities, as well as risks, that may potentially arise in early, semi, and later retirement.

    Read the article
  • October 18, 2021

    Nearing Retirement with Student Loan Debt? Here Are Steps to Consider

    Do you find yourself asking questions about the best way to pay off student loan debt in retirement? If so, take a look at these steps for seniors and retirees to consider.

    Read the article
  • September 03, 2021

    Buckingham Talks: Do we work too much?

    Why do we work so much? Out of economic necessity? For a sense of fulfillment? To afford our growing financial wants and needs?

    Read the article
  • August 26, 2021

    Does Planning End at Retirement?

    So you've just retired. Other than tee times and travel, there isn’t much planning left, is there? Of course there is. Learn some prudent planning strategies to optimally manage this life and financial transition.

    Read the article
  • June 25, 2021

    The Joy of Being Wrong and the Danger of Desirability Bias

    Being wrong stinks, but having been wrong can be great (it means you are now less mistaken than before). That's why acknowledging errors and exploring a spectrum of angles and attitudes can help us better navigate certain areas of life and money.

    Read the article
  • May 04, 2021

    Four Steps to Set Yourself Up for Financial Success

    Making big, hairy, audacious goals is easy. Achieving those goals by yourself is much harder. Nearly everyone has had some experience with just how difficult successful personal or financial change can be, and especially sticking with it over time. For evidence, look no further than the infamous New Year’s resolution.

    Read the article
  • March 16, 2021

    How Much Will It Cost? The First and Most Important Question to Design Your Financial Future

    You know what the cost will be for nearly everything you spend money on, correct? Furnishing a room or two will cost $5,000. A family getaway this summer will add up to $7,500. Total expenses for your college-bound child’s education will run about $30,000 this coming year. A new car will cost $50,000. That perfect new home can be had for $800,000.

    Read the article
  • February 04, 2021

    How to Reinvent Your Permanent Life Insurance Strategy in Retirement

    Understand what you have with your current permanent life insurance policy in order to make the best use of it in your retirement plan.

    Read the article
  • February 02, 2021

    The Illusion of a Linear Life—and Financial Plan

    A consistent theme among dynamic rules for determining how much you can safely spend each year in retirement is adaptation, which is why your plan accommodates the surprises and change sure to arise.

    Read the article
  • January 05, 2021

    Saving Too Much Too Early in the Year Can Hurt Your Retirement

    Want to make the most of any “free money” that comes with your 401(k)? Learn how contributing too much, too soon in the year can potentially reduce matching contributions from your employer.

    Read the article
  • January 05, 2021

    The Right (or Wrong) Way to Retire

    Before deciding to retire sooner than you had planned before 2020 came and went, sidestep these financial planning mistakes that can destroy a perfectly nice retirement.

    Read the article
  • December 01, 2020

    Establish Desired Outcomes to Weather Financial Storms

    Creating a long-term financial plan will help you weather future financial storms.

    Read the article
  • August 27, 2020

    Income Planning and IRMAA in Retirement

    Health care will likely be one of your biggest expenses in retirement, so it’s worth unpacking some Medicare basics and exploring ways to cost-effectively navigate coverage options, IRMAA, and income planning decisions.

    Read the article
Prev

1 - 30 of 37

Next

Stay Connected With Buckingham

Want more resources like this? Click here to receive financial insights, articles, videos and webinar invitations.

Sign Up For Email