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Should You Skip Required Minimum Distributions for 2020?
Allowing retirees to skip RMD payments can be advantageous in that it provides a tremendous opportunity for them to recoup losses from the drop in the market. So if you do not need the money to live on, you may want to let it stay put.
Making the Most of Your Opportunities
In this video, Russell along with guest and managing partner of Verna Law, Anthony Verna, discuss how the current pandemic is impacting the working world and causing a significant increase in entrepreneurship, intellectual property creation, and small business formation as a result.
Your Adult Child and Money Management
As parents, we all want to help our children financially and be sure they are secure. Just make sure you also teach them how to be financially independent so they are not tethered to your wallet into their adult years as well.
Parenting in a Pandemic
In this video, Russell along with guest, mental health, and relationship expert, Justin Lioi, discuss the new challenges of parenting during the current pandemic and share with you ways to manage the added stress during these unprecedented times.
Sports in a COVID-19 World
In this video, Russell discusses with Jason Stein of the New York Mets how the upcoming sports season may look a little different this year for athletes as a result of the current COVID-19 pandemic, and what you can expect to see as far as safety guidelines for the games, as a fan and spectator.
Comprehensive Guide to Inheritance Taxes in 2020
Knowing how the inheritance tax works along with the basics of estate planning will provide for your family and reduce legal complexities. Having this fundamental information will also let you minimize your estate/gift tax liabilities.
The Pros and Cons of Using Autopay
While autopay is not without its problems and may not be for those that have fluctuating monthly bill amounts, it can bring a sense of relief from the tedious task of paying the bills and freedom from the consequences of forgetfulness.
Investing In Your Family’s Health
In this video, Russell, along with guest Michelina DiSibio discuss health and wellness, as well as share some helpful tips on how you can strengthen your strength and immunity throughout the pandemic.
Are You Prepared? Long-Term Care & Estate Planning
In this video, Russell Rivera discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted how estate planning is being handled and what you need to know about putting long-term care and advanced directives in place for yourself.
What Are the Objectives of Credit Management?
How you manage your credit can make or break your personal finances. Credit can be a helpful tool to get the things you need and want, and it can also lead to your financial downfall if you are not careful.
Update on Real Estate as New York Emerges
In this video, Russell along with guests Shaun Anders and Warren Goldberg, discuss where the real estate trends are heading now that New York residents are beginning to emerge from shelter in place, and adjust to finding a new normal in the midst of the current and continuing pandemic.
Family Matters - How to Navigate the New Insurance Market
In this video, Russell and guest speaker, Ross Karp of 3P Insurance, discusses how the current pandemic has impacted the insurance market, and share with you some insight on what to expect the insurance trends to look like moving into the future as we discover our new normal.
I Have Sinned
During volatile times, fear can cause us to make many mistakes with our money. Investing your funds regularly, and letting capital markets and compounding go to work for you is the best path to long term financial success.
Why and When Should I Review My Retirement Contributions?
If you would like to stay on track toward reaching your retirement goals, reviewing your contributions regularly, and making changes that align with your current circumstances and vision for the future is the best way.
Is COVID-19 Causing Family and Relationship Issues?
In this video, Russell Rivera along with guest and partner at Davidoff, Hutcher & Citron, LLP, Adam Citron, discuss family and relationship issues during and as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as focus on such topics as divorce and child custody.
Your Money and Your Mind
In this video, Russell Rivera speaks with psychotherapist Andrew Kaplan about mindset in dealing with our current and new worlds, societal trauma, “resetting” or shifting your money script, and how your state of mind could be affecting your finances.
How to Live Debt-Free
Taking the necessary steps towards achieving a debt-free life takes hard work and perseverance, but it will allow you to live life with freedom to make the choices you want.
Using the Crisis to Organize Your Space & Your Mind
Watch Russell’s latest video, Using the Crisis to Organize Your Space & Your Mind, where he and his guest talk about effective strategies to get and keep your life organized through the crisis.
Marketing in the New Normal
In this video, Russell Rivera and guest Mr. Alex Griffin, Founder and CEO of Giggrabbers, talk about how you can expand your digital marketing and sales process while working from home or remotely. They discuss the current environment and share thoughts on post-coronavirus impacts on small businesses, gig workers, and solo entrepreneurs.
Business Continuity and Operational Resiliency
In this video, Russell Rivera talks about where the organizational trends were leaning before the COVID-19 crisis, how we adjust from an office to an at-home working environment, and what we can expect in the future.