Posts Tagged ‘reno’

Storm after storm is bringing inches of gorgeous snow to Reno-Tahoe ski resorts. Although none of the resorts are all the way open, some of these local Reno-Tahoe ski resorts are taking advantage of the early snowfall and opening a few lifts and runs. Mount Rose Ski Resort Opening Day: November 4, 2015 What’s open? Lift:…

Don’t wait until the last minute, this is what you need to know about buying a home for retirement. The baby boomers are at the point of retirement, some choose to travel and live a life of leisure, others are excited to relocated and downsize or find a house that is perfect for their new chapter of…

 Gather your documents before you begin filing your taxes. Thanks to AARP, we have a compiled list of documents of what you should bring when getting assistance from your AARP Foundation Tax-Aide or your tax professional.   General Last year’s tax return(s) Social Security cards or other official documentation for yourself and all your dependents Photo…

You worked so hard for your retirement savings, now boost them further! If you have maxed out your 401(k), there are still ways to make contributions to your retirement funds post-tax. The IRS is now allowing those who are eligible to move after-tax contributions from their 401(k) or 403(b) plan to a Roth IRA upon…

Take the stress out of selling, don’t make easily avoidable mistakes! Selling your home can be stressful and you may wonder whether you’re going to get all the money you desire and deserve. It can be so easy to lose money you could have held onto if you do not prepare for selling your home…

All across Reno-Tahoe, ski resorts have all kinds of new features. After five consecutive years of drought, local ski resorts are back to the drawing board and have turned some amazing new snow features for Reno-Tahoe skiers and boarders. Mount Rose What’s new? New beginner terrain: The Enchanted Forest family area is getting 4 new trails…

It’s hard to limit the list to ten! Northern Nevada is a gorgeous place year round, but there’s something about the way the leaves change that makes the area feel so dynamic and alive while conveying such a sense of peacefulness. 1. Thomas Creek Just minutes from Montreux, Thomas Creek is gorgeous all 12 months of…

Retiring can be exciting and nerve-wracking… keep it happy! You have waited for retirement for so many years, but sometimes it is not the easiest transition for everyone. There are so many variables and moving parts, even if it’s just adjusting to life with more free time, that making sure you remain happy can seem…

Change up your next family weekend get-away: camp in style. Camping no longer means packing up cots and sleeping bags, coolers full of hot dogs and potato salad. “Glamping” is the new way to vacation outdoors! Glamour camping is perfect for those that want to enjoy the outdoors without leaving behind modern luxuries. Some places…

After retirement it is important to make your retirement funds last. There is a new type of annuity called a Quality Longevity Annuity Contract, or QLAC (pronounced “cue-lack”). This type of annuity allows you to put away money now and save the payments for retirement. If you invest your money in a longevity annuity that…