ExxonMobil employees often sign up for the EMSP because a supervisor or a more tenured colleague tells them it’s a good thing to do. But many participants continue to contribute without thinking through a Savings Plan goal or strategy. Have you considered these four questions?
Are you one of the fortunate few who doesn’t need all of what Uncle Sam requires you to take out of your IRA? If you are one (or anticipate you may eventually be one), you might be able to reduce your taxable income, save on taxes, avoid or reduce your Medicare premium surcharge, and do some good at the same time.
If 2020 has taught us anything, it's that you should always be prepared for the unexpected. Now that the year is behind us, here are 7 ways that we should treat our money differently and plan for the future.
Learn from the mistakes of others? Our blogger reflects on investing mistakes he’s seen participants in the EMSP make over the past forty years.
Whether you inherit an IRA from a spouse or non-spouse, there are important steps to execute as an heir and details to address along the way.
Is your EMSP account on auto-pilot? Take time to think through what’s best for you in the new year. We offer some ideas to help make your decision.
If you are an ExxonMobil employee participating in the ExxonMobil Savings Plan, you have until December 15th to take advantage this year of a little-known provision in the Plan called making a "Special Contribution." Here's everything you need to know.
According to an email ExxonMobil CEO Darren Woods sent all employees on October 21, the company faces "significant headwinds, more work to do and, unfortunately, further reductions are necessary." For many, exiting ExxonMobil may become a reality. What should you do?
The Social Security Administration announced a 2021 Cost of Living Increase of 1.3% on Oct. 13, 2020. Whether you’re currently working or enjoying retirement, here’s how you may be affected.
ExxonMobil has suspended its generous 7% match for employee contributions to the ExxonMobil Savings Plan (EMSP) effective October 1. What's an employee to do? Here are four options for you to consider.
ExxonMobil stock is at levels last seen in the early 2000s. If you're a retirement-eligible employee and you don't want to sell shares of XOM at these low prices, what are you to do? If you plan to leave ExxonMobil and you've got XOM stock in your EMSP, what's the right strategy?
16.1% of employers have cut matching 401(k) contributions in light of COVID-19. If this happened to you, or you're worried it could, here are the next steps you should be taking right away to still save for retirement.
Should you consider taking Social Security early to cover financial hardships caused by COVID-19? Make these crucial considerations first.
During retirement, your wealth needs to last for the rest of your life. Avoid paying more taxes than you need to by keeping these four tips in mind throughout the year.
Should you take your ExxonMobil, Chevron, or other company pension benefit as an annuity or as a lump sum? Our Investec blogger addresses issues you might be concerned about.
Do you think a financial plan is just about investments? Our blog challenges that thinking, asserting that financial planning is built upon a foundation of what you care about most in life. Read our five reasons to have a financial plan.
Thinking of retiring? It’s certainly a matter of “can you afford it?” But we think a well-informed decision takes into account other factors as well, factors that may not be as black and white as your lump sum pension or your 401(k) balance. Read our thoughts on making a tough decision.
For a limited time, Americans have the option to withdraw up to $100,000 from their 401(k) or IRA. Considering taking advantage of this change? We'll go over what you need to know before deciding.
Uncle Sam is spending trillions of dollars on economic stimulus and relief measures. The deficit will grow. Your 401(k) or IRA portfolio has recovered somewhat. But your ExxonMobil or Chevron stock is still at multi-year lows. In the midst of this, you wonder: “Should I start Social Security earlier than I planned?”
When it comes to retirement and tax planning, controlling your taxable income can be tough without tax diversification. So what's an investor to do?