Industry consolidation has been on the rise as the role of private-equity and other financial institution-backed buyers expands.

While some retirees have seen a substantial increase in spending, many others are enjoying financial freedom.

The newly combined “powerhouse” will be a rival for Marsh & McLennan, which had been the top name in that sector in terms of revenue.

The all-stock deal is the largest ever for the industry, and comes almost exactly a year after previous talks between the two companies broke down.

Aside from refinancing, retirees are advised to consider downsizing their homes to reduce overall spending.

Increasing participant offerings and promoting engagement could be a powerful step toward helping participants achieve their financial goals.

Together, the two major human capital software companies are worth $22 billion.

Seniors choosing between traditional and Roth IRAs must account for their current and future tax rates.

With the addition, Betterworks will provide employers with feedback from employees to improve retention and engagement.

OneDigital’s acquisition of Resources Investment Advisors shows a convergence between two major spaces within financial services.