Retirement

Having benefits available to employees that fall under ERISA lays the groundwork for rolling out new, employee-focused initiatives, says financial pro Melissa Horton.

These savings programs can be effective and compelling for highly skilled professionals, says consultant Ken Hume.

Major home and car repairs are among the unexpected expenses that catch many retirees financially off-guard.

Major home and car repairs are among the unexpected expenses that catch many retirees financially off-guard.

Women are advised to double check their beneficiary information, update legal documents regularly and create a plan for long-term care.

Prudential Financial analysis shows improved financial wellness, productivity from customized packages.

Women are advised to double check their beneficiary information, update legal documents regularly and create a plan for long-term care.

Northern Trust research shows that plan sponsors can still do more to aid employees.

Most respondents to an informal survey said they view Social Security as an income stream rather than as an asset. At least one expert disagrees.

At 9 p.m. ET, in the first presidential debate of the season, Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump will be pressed, to a degree, for details of their various proposals. Jobs, wages, taxes, student debt, child care, Social Security ... any or all of these could come up.