Ayo Mseka has more than 30 years of experience reporting on the financial services industry. She formerly served as editor-in-chief of NAIFA’s Advisor Today magazine. Contact her at [email protected].
Although annuities are experiencing record sales, financial professionals may still face objections when trying to sell them.
Exploding consumer engagement with financial services firms is requiring competitors to fight harder for their share of consumers’ wallets.
The right mix for retirement planning doesn’t mean million-dollar portfolios, but, often, advice for “chunky” spending, a recent study finds.
People’s confidence in their retirement plan is linked to their “retirement fluency,” which measures their retirement knowledge.
Although inflation is down significantly from its four-decade high in 2022, it is still the leading financial challenge for many Americans.
As women make their way up the corporate ladder in the largely male-dominated financial services industry, many have faced obstacles.
The “magic number” for a comfortable retirement has reached an all-time high at $1.46M, rising more than 50% since the pandemic began.
Satisfaction with health plan selection is relatively high, but most enrollees spend little time on health plan choice.
Inflation is raising fears among employer-sponsored retirement plan participants that they will run out of money when they retire.
Although Black consumers frequently report facing financial stress, many report optimism that their financial health will improve.
Agents and advisors are focusing on enhancing clients’ financial literacy, providing benefits for both advisor and clients.
More than a third of Americans (35%) do not plan on discussing transfer of wealth with their families, according to recent research.
A new report is shedding light on consumer wants, including the need for clear and understandable fees and unbiased service.
While Americans have a more optimistic view of U.S. economy than they once did, their feelings of financial security have hit a record high.
Research identifies three financial behaviors to help women of all ages and income levels reduce their financial stress.
Workers are increasingly seeing financial wellness benefits as a ‘must-have,’ according to findings in a recent study.
As they look for ways to advance their careers, a growing number of agents and financial advisors are using a ‘personal board of directors.’
The possibilities appear to be endless for using generative AI in the property and casualty insurance industry. We asked an expert to bring us up to date.
Nearly 8 out of 10 (78%) of near retirees failed or barely passed the latest Social Security retirement benefits quiz from MassMutual.
How financial advisors can overcome buyer hesitancy in purchasing traditional long-term care insurance policies.
