Retirement

A recent study found American workers would face better retirement prospects if the federal government adopts certain public policy changes.

“The advice I give is to calculate the financial impact for each option,” an expert says.

The annual Rising Stars in Advising list showcases young talent making a difference in the benefits industry.

Research shows that both a match and automatic enrollment have significant positive effects, especially on groups that tend to have lower participation and contribution rates.

This rise of the so-called grey divorce has created a number of uncommon and complex issues for retirement accounts.

Auto enrollment and auto escalation led to a 97% participation rate in SSI Group’s 401(k) benefit, the firm's HR director says.

It is important for entrepreneurs to have an exit strategy and to take control of their debt.

Ill-prepared investors are advised to vigorously plan their expenses and aggressively save in their 401(k)s and IRAs.

The accounts will be managed through Wealthscape, allowing advisers access to their client’s finances to help manage rising healthcare costs.

Wellness- and student loan-focused offerings are just two of this year's innovative perks that will gain speed in the new year, our prognosticators say.