he Society of Actuaries Research Institute released initial findings from its biennial Retirement Risk Survey to gain insights into financial retirement risks and help improve financial planning strategies.
Raising the retirement age is just another way of saying, “Cut Social Security,” said the executive director of a Social Security advocacy organization in the wake of a congressman’s recent suggestion that full retirement age should be pushed back.
The work of a financial advisor takes a great deal of patience and curiosity. To create the most effective financial plan, it’s important to learn as much as you can about your client’s finances and life goals.
A slim majority of U.S. consumers consider themselves financially literate, but their use of basic financial accounts and insurance policies severely lags behind.
As the New Year approaches, America’s workers are taking stock of their financial well-being and setting resolutions to improve their future financial health.
If wealth management is such an important tool for long-term growth at insurance firms, why have we seen a trend of industry consolidation and wealth arm selloff over the past 10 years?
Americans held $33 trillion in individual retirement accounts in 2022, and many of those IRA holders have yet to withdraw their funds and pay taxes on them.
Workers at smaller companies (61%) would be more likely to jump ship for better financial benefits, compared to 58% and 53% of workers at midsize and large businesses.
As the new year approaches, Americans are prioritizing financial health in their resolutions, with many focused on debt reduction and money management, according to CFP Board’s latest research, Debt and New Year’s Resolutions Report.