Financial planning can get really deep and detailed but that’s not always necessary for everyone. There are, however, some essential financial items that everyone should be aware of when putting together a plan. Today we’ll list out five of those and tell you what you need to know.   Read more and get additional financial resources here:  http://makeretirementwork.com/447/ep-16-financial-stuff-you-should-know/    What we discuss on the show:  1:50 – Bonds and the Bond Market 4:44 – Tax Rates 9:25 – Living Benefits or Accelerated Death Benefits 11:35 – Risk 14:39 – Our own emotions get in the way

– Bonds and the Bond Market 4:44 – Tax Rates 9:25 – Living Benefits or Accelerated Death Benefits 11:35 – Risk 14:39 – Our own emotions get in the way

Ep 17: Answering Your Financial Questions

Financial and retirement planning guidance for residents of Nebraska and beyond! You’ll learn about risk, investments, 401(k)s, IRAs, rollover strategies, how to find the right advisor, Social Security and many more topics.

Your host is Marc Werkmeister, a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) with Professional Financial Advisors. They have offices in North Platte, Scottsbluff, Kearney, Lincoln, and Grand Island.

Visit MakeRetirementWork.com for more episodes and information about how Marc can help you plan for retirement. You can also call 855-202-WORK (9675).