The question is one advisers are likely to hear more often. The answer depends on a person's financial needs, life expectancy and access to other assets.
Replaces Maliz Beams, who resigned last October
Most people benefit from a delayed claiming strategy, but there are always exceptions
Retirement security a top concern for states discussing options for workers whose companies don't offer plans.
New combinations with J.P. Morgan Retirement Plan Services and Putnam Investments gives the firm broader market access.
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Jerry Schlichter says 401(k)s — and the 401(k) retirement complex — need to retool so they work primarily in the best interests of American savers.
With a $400 billion penthouse on offer, the principality is increasingly popular among the uber wealthy.
There are more than 2,700 "rules" around claiming Social Security benefits and most of them can be broken
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The agency's request for more information on the choices and disclosures available to participants could set the stage for new rule making.
Widow's benefit could be larger than deceased spouse's reduced amount.
Widower wonders whether he should change claiming plans.
One woman finds out the real reason why her Social Security check declined.
Redhawk Wealth Advisors and Jemstep co-brand an online investment platform to help clients with investments.
At issue was accusations the fund giant engaged in self-dealing in 401(k) plan.
The Labor Department should require providers to share more on fees, performance and benchmarking, GAO says.
The firm's rebranding efforts follow combinations with J.P. Morgan Retirement Plan Services' record-keeping business and Putnam Investments' retirement unit.