Generations Wealth Advisors: Kurt Scardino

07/29/2026

Thank you Colorado County for voting me the 2026 Favorite Financial Advisor! I'm truly honored and grateful to everyone who took the time to vote. Helping people navigate their financial journey is something I genuinely find rewarding, and I'm thankful to be able to do what I enjoy every day.

I look forward to continuing to help individuals and families with their financial journey for years to come!

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04/15/2026

💡Question I get all the time:

Traditional IRA vs. Roth IRA — what’s the difference?

It all comes down to when you pay taxes

Traditional IRA
• Contributions may be tax-deductible today
• Your money grows tax-deferred
• You pay taxes when you withdraw in retirement

Roth IRA
• Contributions are made with after-tax money
• Your investments grow tax-free
• Withdrawals in retirement are tax-free*

👉 Simple way to think about it:
Traditional = tax break now
Roth = tax-free later

*Conditions apply

04/14/2026

💬 Question I get a lot:
“Is $1,000,000 enough to retire today?”

👉The honest answer: it depends more on your lifestyle than the number itself.

For some people, $1M might feel comfortable for retirement. For others—especially with rising healthcare costs, inflation, and longer lifespans—it may not stretch as far as expected

💡 Example:
A retiree withdrawing just $50,000–$60,000 per year could potentially see that $1M last around 15–25 years depending on market performance, inflation, and spending habits.

💬 The real question isn’t “Is $1M enough?”
It’s: “How long do I need my money to last—and what income will I actually need each year?”

📞 If you’re unsure how your retirement numbers stack up, it may be time for a conversation.

04/13/2026

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11/26/2025

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10/29/2025

The IRS has announced higher federal income tax brackets and standard deductions for 2026. Here's what taxpayers need to know.

10/07/2025

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09/23/2025

Use this article to start conversations about the “backdoor” Roth IRA strategy.