Retirement planning

Setting up an investment account for every newborn, with the federal government seeding it with $7,000, might be a solution to the looming Social Security crisis, says expert.

The best retirement providers should sign on to a plan as a fiduciary, provide a complete menu of services and have a clean background.

Retirees are advised to adopt a less aggressive approach to investing and reduce their risk exposure.

Retirement and welfare plans are not subject to DOL regulation, reversing three appellate decisions on the matter.

Setting up an investment account for every newborn, with the federal government seeding it with $7,000, might be a solution to the looming crisis.

Participants may benefit from putting more dollars towards their plan account balance and fewer towards fees.

A new survey finds that millennials are especially vulnerable to false hopes and wishful thinking about post-work life.

Retirees who retire before 65 and want to reduce their premiums are advised to keep their taxable income between $12,060 and $48,240 (for singles) or $16,240 and $64,960 (married couples).

Participants may benefit from putting more dollars towards their plan account balance and fewer towards fees.

They can help clients benefit from reduced risk and longer bond durations if the employers prepare for shifts in market direction.