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Amid inflation worries, Americans are ramping up their summer spending plans

New MassMutual research unpacks people’s sentiments on vacation fever, college education regrets, parents’ financial influence, and recession fears.

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Why aren’t 529 savings plans more popular?

Edward Jones research highlights gaps in adoption and awareness even as three-fifths of Americans feel they’re falling short on education savings.

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High school financial literacy education now mandatory in Oklahoma

State Governor Stitt signs legislation adding financial literacy education as a requirement for high school graduation.

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How wide is the generation gap at family businesses?

New report shows current and next-generation leaders split on succession planning, risks, and ownership retention.

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Do DC managed account programs have a PR problem?

Despite their benefits for 401(k) participants, especially financial advice, Cerulli research finds a lack of awareness is holding back broader adoption.

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Americans and advisors divided on inflation, finds survey

With more widespread concern among consumers, research reveals the value of anti-inflation strategies, including annuities with guarantees.

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Most Americans aren’t ready for the Boomer wealth wave

Survey exposes lack of financial confidence to handle a large windfall, with over half of Gen Y and Gen Z receiving poor advice in the past.

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Is planning for age 95 longevity overkill?

With data drawing on 266 million cases, white paper suggests the rule of thumb can cause retirement plans to massively overshoot clients’ actual needs.

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John Hancock inks longevity research partnership with MIT

The five-year, multimillion-dollar effort aims to produce a data-driven index to determine Americans’ readiness to live a good 100 years.

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‘Health is the new wealth’

Edward Jones advisor explains why collaboration drives client success and the need to adapt to the biggest concern among retirees – poor health.

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Bracing clients for higher taxes

Todd Moll, of Provenance Wealth Advisors, prepares clients for the future by ensuring his team of professionals are tightly synchronized.

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What’s pushing many Americans into a debt spiral?

Survey offers insights into consumers’ struggles to manage debt, pay off student loans, and deal with credit card payments.

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Advisors share tips for clients seeking to retire early

Advisors offer suggestions for clients interested in getting a jump on their golden years.

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Breaking the $90K college barrier

University costs are eye-watering for parents, but the new stratospheric prices offer advisors an opportunity to provide real value to clients and their families.

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Family, prudence shape Asian Americans’ financial habits

Fidelity research reveals multigenerational focus and hands-on stance on finances among Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.

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How ex-Amazon employee grew his tech client base

A shared language and data-driven, iterative approach has enabled advisor to foster long-term relationships in his niche.

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How much are parents willing to cover for their kids’ college?

Northwestern Mutual poll reveals their expectations around splitting education costs, as well as Americans’ broader financial preparedness.

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For retirement-age investors, it’s about keeping their nest eggs safe

Survey of pre-retirees and retirees reveals a major focus on capital protection, with a strong preference for stability and guaranteed income.

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Seven-tenths of aspiring homeowners are waiting for the Fed’s cue, says BMO

Poll of US adults finds nearly a third dipping into 401(k) retirement plans as cost-of-living concerns and other stressors pile up.

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Celebrity, charity, diversity: Insights from a ‘financial architect’

Angeles Wealth’s Rick Nott shares his career journey working with wealth.