Whitten Retirement Solutions
Financial Advisors in Cambridge, MD
Retirement | Investing | Business Planning
At Whitten Retirement Solutions, our objective is to take all the pieces of your financial plan and put them in place.
we utilize a proprietary process that integrates wealth management with risk and debt management, income and tax planning, and value-added services for successful families, professionals, and business owners.
Our Mission to Help You
Our People. Our Practice. Our Process.
We understand that you have goals that you want to accomplish now, and dreams for your future. Our mission is to make both a reality.
Our team will help you create an effective game plan, provide advice in a common language, and do it with straightforward fees. We’re here for you if you’re looking for financial advice, retirement help, or for general planning and money management.
Our Client Experience
What are current clients saying about Whitten Retirement?
“The team at Whitten Retirement Solutions gives you their undivided attention, they are focused on your goals and your plans for future. Highly recommend talking to them about your investments/retirement plan.”
Kenny K. | Cambridge, Maryland
“Our whole family counts on the services provided by Whitten Retirement Solutions to make wise investments. We have been with them for many years and now can be secure that we will have a financially comfortable retirement.”
Cathy S. | Cambridge, Maryland
Meet The Whitten Team
Our Team. Committed to You.
Our team at Whitten Retirement is Committed to Your Growth. Learn more about who we are and how each team members impacts your experience with us.
News & Resources
The Internal Revenue Service has announced key changes to retirement contribution limits for 2025.
Here’s what you need to know:
Workplace Retirement Updates:
▪️ 401(k) contribution limit increases to $23,500
▪️ Special catch-up provision for ages 60-63: up to $11,250 in additional contributions
▪️ Standard catch-up amount remains $7,500 for those 50+
Individual Retirement Account (IRA) Changes:
▪️ Annual contribution limit stays at $7,000
▪️ Traditional IRA phase-out range expands: $79,000-$89,000 for individuals
▪️ Roth IRA phase-out range increases: $150,000-$165,000 for individuals
▪️ Married filing jointly Roth phase-out: $236,000-$246,000
These adjustments could affect your retirement strategy. Want to discuss how to make the most of these opportunities?
Remember, once you turn 73, you must take required minimum distributions (RMDs) from your 401(k) or other defined contribution plans in most cases. Withdrawals from these plans are taxed as ordinary income and may be subject to a 10% federal income tax penalty if taken before age 59½.
Similarly, once you reach age 73, you must begin taking RMDs from a traditional IRA in most circumstances. Withdrawals from traditional IRAs are taxed as ordinary income and, if taken before age 59½, may be subject to a 10% federal income tax penalty.
With a Roth IRA, to qualify for tax-free and penalty-free withdrawal of earnings, distributions must meet a 5-year holding requirement and occur after age 59½. Tax-free and penalty-free withdrawals can also be taken under certain other circumstances, such as the owner’s death. The original Roth IRA owner is not required to take minimum annual withdrawals.
#RetirementPreparation #FinancialFuture #2025Savings
Congratulations to Beth for being recognized as one of the 2025 Women to Watch! Out of hundreds of nominations, she's one of just 12 selected to be featured in the magazine, highlighting her leadership, dedication, and positive impact she's making in our community. We are so proud to see you shine, Beth! ✨
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⏰ April 15th is around the corner—Have you maximized your 2024 IRA and HSA contributions?
As the April 15 deadline approaches, it’s important to review your retirement savings and understand the potential tax advantages for the 2024 tax year.
Reminder of Contribution Limits:
👉 IRA (Traditional or Roth):
▪️$7,000 for individuals under 50
▪️$8,000 for those 50 and older
👉 Health Savings Account (HSA):
▪️$4,150 for single coverage
▪️$8,300 for family coverage
▪️Additional $1,000 catch-up for those 55+
With just a few weeks remaining, review your contribution status and consult with a financial professional to check whether you’re taking advantage of these opportunities and whether they align with your overall financial strategy.
Once you reach age 73, you must begin taking RMDs from a traditional IRA in most circumstances. Withdrawals from traditional IRAs are taxed as ordinary income and, if taken before age 59½, may be subject to a 10% federal income tax penalty.
With a Roth IRA, to qualify for the tax-free and penalty-free withdrawal of earnings, Roth IRA distributions must meet a 5-year holding requirement and occur after age 59½. Tax-free and penalty-free withdrawals can also be taken under certain other circumstances, such as the owner’s death. The original Roth IRA owner is not required to take minimum annual withdrawals.
Once you start Medicare, you can no longer contribute pretax dollars to your health savings account (HSA). Any money withdrawn from your HSA for nonmedical reasons is considered taxable income and faces an additional 20% penalty. This penalty is void after the age of 65; however, it will still become taxable income.
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🍀 Happy St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀
Today, we’re reminded that luck may play a role in life, but a solid financial strategy can help build lasting wealth.
While we can’t control luck, we can make smart financial decisions—like managing risk, preparing for the future, and staying disciplined through market ups and downs.
Here’s to combining a little luck with a lot of strategy this year!
Sláinte!
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Happy Presidents Day!
In honor of the holiday, our office is closed today, but we will resume normal business hours tomorrow.
Enjoy the day!
#PresidentsDay #officeclosed #backtomorrow
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📢 Join Us in the Fight Against Hunger! 🍎💙
Beth & Jordan volunteered with Preston Cares for MidShore Meals til Monday, an incredible organization working to end hunger on Maryland’s Eastern Shore.
Their mission? Providing weekend food bags for food-insecure children and organizing large food giveaways for families in Dorchester County.
Want to make a difference? Volunteer today! Your time can help ensure that no child goes hungry.
Sign up here 👉 midshoremealstilmonday.org/volunteer-with-us/
#EndChildHunger #VolunteerForACause #PrestonCares #MidShoreMeals #GiveBack
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