Category: Retirement Planning

New Jersey’s pension crisis is growing, putting teachers, state workers, and retirees at risk. With billions in shortfalls and an uncertain future, relying solely on pensions or Social Security isn’t enough. At Millstone Financial Group, we help you build a...
The Future of New Jersey Pensions: A Growing Crisis for Teachers, State Workers, and Retirees
Veterans deserve the retirement they’ve been dreaming about. Our guide explores the resources available to maximize benefits and help ensure a smooth and well-supported transition into retirement....
Pension Maximization for Federal Employees and Military Personnel
Veterans deserve the retirement they’ve been dreaming about. Our guide explores the resources available to maximize benefits and help ensure a smooth and well-supported transition into retirement....
Retirement Benefits for Veterans: Maximizing Support for Those Who Served
The 4% rule has been used to set retirement withdrawal rates for the last three decades—but is it a smart guideline in today’s economy?...
The 4% Rule: Is It Still a Good Retirement Portfolio Withdrawal Rate?

By Travis Dufner Retirement is a long-awaited milestone, but it’s often accompanied by a unique set of financial challenges. Perhaps none of these challenges is more difficult than effectively navigating the ever-shifting tides of market volatility. Yet even in the...

Navigating Market Volatility in Retirement

By Travis Dufner Have you ever wondered how much money you really need to retire comfortably? Many experts suggest aiming to spend 55-80% of your pre-retirement income annually, but is that truly enough? The truth is, there’s no universal answer....

How Much Do I Really Need to Retire Comfortably?

By Kevin Flesch The adage “If you want something done right, do it yourself” holds true in specific situations. And when it comes to long-term financial planning, relying solely on family or federal programs like Medicaid and Social Security might...

Prepare for the Future: Do You Have a Long-Term Care Plan?

We’re proud to announce the release of Sail To and Through Retirement With the Millstone Advisory Plan, a new book we’ve authored to offer a holistic approach to retirement planning. Our goal is to align financial strategies with personal dreams...

Announcing Millstone Financial Group’s New Book: Sail To and Through Retirement With the Millstone Advisory Plan

By Michael Russo Early retirement plans involve navigating the individual complexities of retirement account rules to pursue a seamless transition into your golden years. The allure of early retirement is undeniable. It offers the opportunity to live a flexible, independent,...

Early Retirement Plans: Optimizing Your 401(k) and Beyond

By Michael Russo If you’ve been keeping up with recent news, you’ve likely noticed that high inflation and threats of a recession still dominate the headlines. And it’s not just the media painting a bleak picture. Over the past year,...

Beat Inflation: Proactive Measures to Preserve Your Retirement