Retirement Planning

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RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 14, 2018
4 ways to build a 401(k) for baby boomers

Allowing in-plan Roth conversions and periodic distributions are among the changes plans could make to better serve older employees.

RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 13, 2018
401(k) plan sponsors are increasingly hiring fiduciary advisers

The DOL fiduciary rule and excessive-fee lawsuits are combining to raise the profile of fiduciary retirement plan advisers.

RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 13, 2018
Tough tax season for victims of Social Security hack

Crooks stole their benefits, but the victims received 1099s for reportable income.

RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 12, 2018
Target-date assets continue to climb

TDFs now account for 20.4% of defined-contribution-plan assets, up from 18.4% in year-earlier period, according to Pensions & Investments survey

RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 09, 2018
Alternative funds suddenly look a whole lot better

The market sell-off highlights the virtues of hedging.

RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 09, 2018
Social Security accounts get hacked

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 02, 2018
Behind the scenes on the world's biggest cruise

Code words, subliminal messaging and extra ketchup for Americans.

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

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

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.

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.

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.