The oldest members of Generation X turn 60 in 2025 and many in the “middle child” generation find themselves hurtling closer to their retirement years with deep uncertainties about the state of their finances.
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Trump’s dismissal of a Fed governor could redefine presidential power
The firing of Federal Reserve board member Lisa Cook isn't just about Lisa Cook- it's about presidential power. President Donald Trump's penchant to act first, ask later was on full display recently when he became the first president in American history to fire a member of the Federal Reserve Board. Before he fired Lisa Cook, President Trump had spent months…
Making connections with younger advisors
Connecting with millennial and Generation Z advisors requires a different approach than what may have worked in the past.
Retirees fear tariffs, inflation costs will outpace Social Security benefits
Concerns about global trade and tariff changes are adding to the financial pressures that many American retirees are facing.
The 2026 MDRT Executive Committee welcomed John F. Nichols, MSM, CLU, as the 100th MDRT President, and Simon D. Lister,…
Why financial professionals should enter the 403(b) K-12 educator market
How to address the criticisms about how this market works and embrace the opportunities that it opens.
Misleading online information leads many Americans to make financial errors
Nearly 3 out of 5 people surveyed said they made regrettable financial decisions based on misleading information they received online
Peak 65 brings peak risk: Preventing elder financial fraud
This dramatic demographic shift brings with it not only increased demand for retirement and health care planning but also an urgent need to safeguard seniors from financial exploitation.
The Big Beautiful Bill: 8 financial planning impacts and strategies
The recently passed One Big Beautiful Bill Act could impact personal finance and tax strategy.
The Financial Planning Association announced LeCount R. Davis, MCS, CFP, is the recipient of the association’s and profession’s highest individual award – the 2025 P. Kemp Fain, Jr., Award.
Private credit enters your 401(k)? What investors need to know
Private credit is an alternative investment that involves providing loans to businesses outside traditional channels.
Is it possible to save too much in retirement accounts?
Choosing the right accounts to save into can help younger and lower-asset households, according to a report by Hearts & Wallets.
Jackson National study reveals hidden dangers for risk-averse investors
A new Jackson National study exposes a surprising truth: Risk-averse investors may be vulnerable to a different form of market risk.
Annuities vs. the 4% Rule: Why guaranteed income wins
The research also found that those with smaller nest eggs benefit from annuitizing more of their income.
Why SECURE 2.0 and state mandates are powering a micro 401(k) boom
Micro 401(k) plans are set to rapidly expand over the next few years due to incentives provided by SECURE 2.0, and states mandates.
Advisors face new challenge: Helping clients navigate ‘Gray Divorce’
Divorcing near or after retirement – “gray divorce” – presents unique challenges for a couple that has created a joint retirement strategy.
Advisor geographic location no longer matters
Geographic distance should no longer be a factor when choosing a financial advisor.
Edward Jones: Financial advisors must step up to educate clients on 529 plans
A 529 plan, with its tax benefits, can be a great way to save for a college education. How aware, though, is the average American of the 529 plan and its advantages?
Equities, volatility and the ‘Nifty 50’: A market outlook
We think current conditions more closely resemble those preceding the decline of the “Nifty 50” stocks in the early 1970s.
More information needed on Trump baby accounts, analysts say
More details are needed before the strategy and impact associated with the so-called “Trump baby accounts” can be fully known, analysts say.
