New study offers a more accurate estimate of nursing home stays and shows which consumers benefit
Friday <i>Breakfast with Benjamin</i> highlights the downsides to cheap U.S. oil. Plus: Maybe you don't need long-term-care insurance, the high risks of not saving for retirement, Putin becomes a gold bug, and why you might get a raise in 2015.
Two-thirds of states and Washington now allow same-sex marriage, opening the door for spousal and survivor benefits
American Realty Capital Properties wins approval from creditors for postponement of reporting its third-quarter financial statements until Jan. 5.
For advisers, it's time to get familiar with the terms under which union employees receive health care.
Bipartisan spirit could lead to movement on key initiatives, including small employer 401(k)s; state actions also possible.
As life spans lengthen, it's more important than ever to get your claiming decisions right
Three planning tools to minimize student loans
A recent poll finds Americans are willing to pay more to preserve the program.
Patent infringement claims against Financial Engines means plan sponsors should be vigilant and ready to reassure plan participants.
It'll be nearly 20 years before the trust fund runs out of surplus
Social Security Administration says benefits will rise 1.7% next year, coming to about $20 extra per month, which some argue won't cover health care inflation.
Income levels determine how much clients will pay for Medicare Parts B and D; planning is key.
<i>Breakfast with Benjamin:</i>Shopping season bodes well for stocks. <i>Plus:</i> John Hancock pushes for liquid alts in retirement plans; being thankful for seasonal market timing; and learning to fly drones for fun and profit
With Republicans leading the House and Senate next year, the possibility of some reforms to the Affordable Care Act are possible. The rules around the employer mandate seem to be those most likely to find compromise within the Congress and at the White House.
Stealth tax subject to complicated three-part test.
More retirees are rising above the tax-triggering income threshold due to cost-of-living increases
Approval of annuities in 401(k) target date funds, including as a default investment, will make lifetime-income features more popular.
This disease may be on of the biggest financial events in your family's life.
