Michael Aloi, CFP®
With 17 years of experience in the financial services industry, Michael Aloi specializes in working with executives, professionals and retirees. Since he joined Summit Financial, LLC, Michael has built a process that emphasizes the integration of various facets of financial planning. Supported by a team of in-house estate and income tax specialists, Michael offers his clients coordinated solutions to scattered problems. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and three children.
E-mail: maloi@sfr1.com | Website: www.michaelaloi.com | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/michaelaloi/
Latest articles by Michael Aloi, CFP®
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After the Recent Banking Crisis, What Can You Bank On?
Now would be a good time to take stock of how your nest egg may be exposed in a banking crisis. Here are five things you should know about.
By Michael Aloi, CFP® • Published
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Laid Off With a Severance Package? Here’s How to Make a Plan
Gathering all the relevant information and staying organized is key, as is getting your financial team involved. Here are five financial planning tips to help.
By Michael Aloi, CFP® • Published
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2023 Investment Outlook’s Big Question Focuses on Recession
Fundamentals, earnings and diversification are key after a year that left us feeling like we have a bit of a hangover.
By Michael Aloi, CFP® • Published
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Rising Interest Rates Change the Math on Pensions for Some Would-Be Retirees
Now is a good time to think about when and if to take a lump sum on your pension and what to do with it. Let’s explore the pros and cons.
By Michael Aloi, CFP® • Published
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When Choosing Funds for Your College 529 Plan, Don’t Make This Mistake
529 Plans Age-based funds make sense for some retirement savers, but they rarely make sense for college savers, in my opinion. Here’s why.
By Michael Aloi, CFP® • Last updated
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College 529 Savings Plans: What You Need to Know
529 Plans Do you know how much you’re able to contribute or what the funds could be used to pay for? Check out the nitty-gritty details of this formidable college savings tool.
By Michael Aloi, CFP® • Published
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College 529 Savings Plans: How to Get the Most Out of Them
Go to the head of the class with one adviser’s tips, such as how to choose the plan that works best for you and when to get started.
By Michael Aloi, CFP® • Last updated
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3 IRA Mistakes That Are Potentially Costly, Yet Simple to Avoid
IRAs are great savings tools, but they do come with some rules that trip up a lot of people. If you don’t want to stumble, read this.
By Michael Aloi, CFP® • Published
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How to Plan for an Early Retirement
retirement planning Hint: It’s a little different than the usual retirement planning. When you want to retire early, there are a few extra considerations you need to think through.
By Michael Aloi, CFP® • Last updated
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Got Company Stock in Your 401(k)? You Should Know about NUD.
401(k)s You may have heard about the tax strategy called Net Unrealized Appreciation, but there’s another lesser-known strategy that could be especially useful right now: Net Unrealized Depreciation.
By Michael Aloi, CFP® • Published
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3 Investment Ideas for Retirees Right Now
investing Wondering what to do with your retirement nest egg? These three portfolio moves may be worth taking a look.
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3 Reasons I Like Municipal Bonds
bonds The time could be right to consider adding some munis to your portfolio. Here’s why.
By Michael Aloi, CFP® • Published
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Everyone Is Talking about Roth IRA Conversions – Here’s Why
Roth IRA Conversions Two reasons to consider a Roth conversion now, plus some traps to avoid.
By Michael Aloi, CFP® • Published
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Will It Be March Madness in the Stock Market?
investing Markets have been crazy. For perspectives about what may be next, turn to … basketball. Believe it or not, college basketball’s championship tournament may hold insights for investors.
By Michael Aloi, CFP® • Published
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Using a Fixed Annuity for Fixed Income
annuities Fixed annuities provide principal stability, competitive interest rates and tax-deferral. Here’s a look at how a fixed deferred annuity works, including some pros and cons.
By Michael Aloi, CFP® • Published
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How to Use a Put Option Overlay to Minimize Market Risk
investing Stock market volatility is back, and some investors are on edge. While they’re not for everyone, put options could help protect stock gains from a strong market pullback.
By Michael Aloi, CFP® • Published
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4 Tips on How to Build a Better Bond Position
bonds In a world where stock markets keep setting records, bonds look quite dull in comparison. But don’t give up on them! Polish up your bond portfolio using these strategies.
By Michael Aloi, CFP® • Published
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Should You Take Pension Payments or a Lump Sum? A How-To Guide
retirement planning With buyout offers, when deciding whether to take it or leave it, a couple of calculations can be enlightening. This how-to guide walks you through the steps to help make the right choice for you.
By Michael Aloi, CFP® • Published
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The Case Against Owning All Dividend-Paying Stocks in Retirement
investing Income investors are often all about dividends, but that may not be a smart strategy for retirees. Here’s why, and what investment model they should consider instead.
By Michael Aloi, CFP® • Published
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10 Ways to Increase Your After-Tax Investment Returns
investing Your investments could be doing great, but if you’re not minimizing your taxes on them, you’re throwing money out the window. Here are 10 tax-smart ways to optimize your investments.
By Michael Aloi, CFP® • Published
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3 Smart Places to Save Now
Tax Breaks Boomers planning on retiring in the next several years should consider these three tax-smart moves now. They can help you cut the taxes you’ll pay on your income – especially on your Social Security benefits – down the road.
By Michael Aloi, CFP® • Published
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Social Security ... What I Like About It (and What I Don’t)
social security A financial adviser shares some pros and cons about Social Security, the linchpin for most people’s retirement plans. Do you agree, and what does it mean for your retirement?
By Michael Aloi, CFP® • Published
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IRA Tax Planning: Minimizing the RMD Ticking Time Bomb
required minimum distributions (RMDs) Couples with a bit of an age difference have an interesting strategy available to them to reduce taxes on their retirement savings due to required minimum distributions.
By Michael Aloi, CFP® • Published
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A Woman’s Guide to Long-Term Care
Long-Term Care Insurance Who needs long-term care insurance … and who might be able to do without it?
By Michael Aloi, CFP® • Published