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The case for why the DOL fiduciary rule won't kill IRA rollovers
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 20, 2015
The case for why the DOL fiduciary rule won't kill IRA rollovers

Despite what opponents say, IRA rollovers will likely withstand implementation of the fiduciary rule.

By Greg Iacurci
Retirees to benefit from Fed's historic rate move
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 19, 2015
Retirees to benefit from Fed's historic rate move

Higher yield on bonds and CDs, higher annuity payouts, will provide tailwind to retirees.

By Greg Iacurci
How retirees will benefit from historic rate hike
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 18, 2015
How retirees will benefit from historic rate hike

Higher yield on bonds and CDs, higher annuity payouts, will provide tailwind to retirees.

By Greg Iacurci
Fidelity targeted in another ERISA class-action suit
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 18, 2015
Fidelity targeted in another ERISA class-action suit

A unit of Fidelity has been targeted in a class-action suit for fiduciary breach under ERISA as a result of its alleged mismanagement of a stable value fund.

By Greg Iacurci
Rethinking retirement income replacement rules
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 18, 2015
Rethinking retirement income replacement rules

Current 80% savings target may be too high — unless you get sick.

By Mary Beth Franklin
Don't shrug off health care conversations with clients
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 17, 2015
Don't shrug off health care conversations with clients

As health costs become top-of-mind for clients, savvy advisers will reap the benefits.

By Greg Iacurci
Allianz, Pimco targeted in class-action 401(k) suit
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 17, 2015
Allianz, Pimco targeted in class-action 401(k) suit

Firms are the latest targets in another class-action lawsuit alleging breach of fiduciary duty due to excessive 401(k) fees.

By Greg Iacurci
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 15, 2015
New resolution: Create and review your Social Security statement online

If your earnings information is wrong, you may not receive all the benefits to which you are entitled.

By Mary Beth Franklin
Loss of Social Security file-and-suspend strategy may be overblown
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 15, 2015
Loss of Social Security file-and-suspend strategy may be overblown

Restricted application for spousal benefits is still key for married couples.

By Mary Beth Franklin
Loss of file-and-suspend strategy may be overblown
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 15, 2015
Loss of file-and-suspend strategy may be overblown

Restricted application for spousal benefits is still key for married couples.

By Mary Beth Franklin
Plan advisers need to take note of the SEC's swing-pricing rule
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 11, 2015
Plan advisers need to take note of the SEC's swing-pricing rule

Due diligence considerations that plan advisers should make when a fund has adopted swing pricing.

By Blaine F. Aikin
12 predictions about what the Labor Department's fiduciary rule will look like when implemented
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 10, 2015
12 predictions about what the Labor Department's fiduciary rule will look like when implemented

Predictions on what the Labor Department's fiduciary rule will look like when implemented, and when that implementation might occur.

By Blaine F. Aikin
What's the difference between an FSA and an HSA?
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 10, 2015
What's the difference between an FSA and an HSA?

With benefit open-enrollment season looming, corporate employees need to make the most out of their benefits. After all, with wages largely stagnant, benefits are the new salary.

By Bloomberg
OPINION DEC 09, 2015
The secret to keeping family money

Building family unity correlates directly to maintaining family wealth — and communication about money should start early.

By Steven Abernathy and Brian Luster
How to minimize Medicare surcharges with life insurance and annuities
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 09, 2015
How to minimize Medicare surcharges with life insurance and annuities

Advisers may consider several retirement planning options with clients that do not create unnecessarily high Medicare surcharges.

By Katy Votava
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 08, 2015
Student loans hurt women more than men

For every dollar that men take home, women earn 21¢ less. Here's what that means for women's student loan debts.

By Bloomberg
Working longer for more savings? Don't count on it
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 08, 2015
Working longer for more savings? Don't count on it

Although delaying retirement helps financial readiness, it can't be a safety net for everyone.

By Greg Iacurci
Medicare surcharge letters dampen holiday spirits
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 07, 2015
Medicare surcharge letters dampen holiday spirits

Income-related premium hikes for 2016 confuse retirees.

By Mary Beth Franklin
How to help clients minimize the sting of 2016 Medicare premium rates
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 07, 2015
How to help clients minimize the sting of 2016 Medicare premium rates

Beneficiaries who can't avoid an increase can still find ways to manage through the hike.

By Katy Votava
Advisers praise Sanders for highlighting Social Security, doubt his approach
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 07, 2015
Advisers praise Sanders for highlighting Social Security, doubt his approach

The Vermont senator proposed lifting the cap on taxable income for the program.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.