Entries by Agemy Financial Strategies

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Last-Minute Tax Moves Before April 15

A Strategic Guide for High-Net-Worth Retirees As the April 15 filing deadline approaches, most taxpayers are focused on getting documents organized and returns submitted. But for high-net-worth individuals nearing or already in retirement, March is not just about compliance; it is one of the final opportunities to influence your 2025 tax outcome and proactively position […]

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Is Gold a Good Investment in 2026?

Gold looks attractive in 2026 as a long‑term diversifier and potential inflation hedge, but it is volatile, richly priced, and should be used as a supporting asset, not a core growth engine.  For Agemy Financial Strategies clients, many of whom are pre‑retirees or retirees, the key question is not “Is gold good?” but “How much, […]

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Managing RMDs on Multi-Million-Dollar Portfolios: A Strategic Guide for High-Net-Worth Investors

For individuals with substantial retirement savings — especially those navigating multi-million-dollar portfolios — Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) can be one of the most complex and impactful aspects of retirement planning.  RMDs are mandated by the IRS to help ensure that tax-deferred retirement assets eventually generate taxable income. While the rules can be straightforward for smaller […]

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Should I Still Use the 4% Rule?

For decades, retirees and financial planners have relied on the “4% rule” as a guiding principle for safe withdrawal rates in retirement. First introduced in the 1990s by financial planner William Bengen, this rule suggests that retirees can safely withdraw 4% of their portfolio in the first year of retirement, adjusting for inflation each year […]

Do I Need a Fiduciary Advisor?

When it comes to managing your financial life, retirement planning, investing, estate strategies, or navigating market volatility, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is who you trust with your money.  Yet for many people, understanding the difference between various types of financial professionals and the level of care they provide can be confusing. […]