Retirement Planning

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RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 09, 2018
GE's long-term-care insurance woes are symptomatic of ailing industry

Traditional LTC insurers continue to be dogged by miscalculations on old policies.

By Greg Iacurci
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 08, 2018
Online Social Security accounts are just the first step in preventing identity theft

Setting up an online account is a first step in preventing fraud, but it's not foolproof.

By Mary Beth Franklin
RETIREMENT EQUITIES FEB 08, 2018
Retirement savers flee stocks as market slides

Over the past week, 401(k) participants have been trading much more than usual, moving from equities into fixed income and money funds.

By Bloomberg
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 08, 2018
DC participants with 401(k)s and HSAs have higher savings rates for 401(k) and overall

Report data contradicts sponsors' fears of HSAs cannibalizing 401(k) savings

By InvestmentNews
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 08, 2018
Tax bill's implications for retirement planning

The new law may change the appropriate mix of tax-deferred and Roth contributions for clients.

By Jamie Hopkins
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 07, 2018
New tax law offers opportunities for advisers and retirees

But treatment of income from different sources can have unintended consequences.

By Mary Beth Franklin
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 06, 2018
Financial Engines expands to small 401(k) plans with ADP partnership

The managed account provider has primarily worked with only the largest retirement plans.

By Greg Iacurci
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 05, 2018
Most defined-contribution executives not aware of their fiduciary duties

Recent surveys highlight troubling gaps that reduce operational efficiency and increase risks of ERISA lawsuits.

By Robert Steyer
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 02, 2018
Timing is crucial for Social Security and Medicare

Picking the wrong date could cost you benefits or trigger penalties.

By Mary Beth Franklin
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 02, 2018
Behind the scenes on the world's biggest cruise

Code words, subliminal messaging and extra ketchup for Americans.

By Bloomberg
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 02, 2018
The verdict is in on standing desks

You burn more calories standing than sitting — but not that many.

By Bloomberg
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 01, 2018
Edelman launches initiative to get D.C. to focus on retirement security

The investment adviser has joined forces with a Washington think tank, but their effort must overcome partisan gridlock.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 31, 2018
401(k) advisers vs. institutional consultants: On a collision course?

The landscape is messy, but evidence points more to the two worlds ultimately partnering.

By Fred Barstein
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 29, 2018
Timing is crucial for Social Security and Medicare

Picking the wrong date could cost you benefits or trigger penalties.

By Mary Beth Franklin
Mutual of Omaha sued over 401(k) plan fees, investment options
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 29, 2018
Mutual of Omaha sued over 401(k) plan fees, investment options

Lawsuit alleges self-dealing in the insurer's use of funds from a wholly owned subsidiary, United of Omaha.

By Robert Steyer
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 26, 2018
Capital Group, sponsor of American Funds, wins 401(k) lawsuit

Decision comes as financial services companies, especially those focused on active management, have been sued for self-dealing.

By Greg Iacurci
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 25, 2018
Empower unveils free 401(k) diagnostic tool

Providers keep trying to up the game by offering additional services for retirement plan advisers.

By Greg Iacurci
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 25, 2018
Empower Retirement finds reason to give clients projected vision of future

New research shows participants prepare better for retirement if they're told how their savings will translate into monthy income.

By Robert Steyer
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 25, 2018
How new leadership at DOL could address retirement rules

The incoming head of the Employee Benefits Security Administration may pursue new regulations around 401(k) issues such as annuities.

By Blaine F. Aikin
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 24, 2018
Fidelity pushes Vanguard to compete on brand in 401(k) plans

With Fidelity imposing an additional fee, Vanguard likely will look less attractive compared with comparably priced index-fund providers, advisers said.

By Greg Iacurci