Maintaining a pre-retirement lifestyle in retirement is now the top concern of Americans participating in defined contribution plans, such as 401ks and IRAs. According to some surveys, nearly half of respondents are nervous about potential declines in their standard of living. A majority of those who say they are concerned have no other earnings outside […]
Forced early retirement has become a critical issue in the United States, with far-reaching economic and personal implications for all citizens, particularly lower-income seniors. This blog post will take a closer look at the financial impacts of unplanned retirement and strategies for planning for retirement over time. Financial Impact of Unplanned Retirement Long-term financial insecurity […]
The best time to start thinking about retirement income is YEARS before you actually retire! Maintaining a pre-retirement lifestyle in retirement is now the top concern of Americans participating in defined contribution plans, such as 401ks and IRAs. According to some surveys, nearly half of respondents are nervous about potential declines in their standard of […]
Cost of living adjustments (COLAs) are meant to help ensure that Social Security benefits keep up with inflation. However, several factors can affect how well COLAs actually achieve this goal. One issue is the way that inflation is measured. The Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W) is the most commonly […]
For many, retirement seems like a far-off goal. But it’s never too early to start planning. A solid retirement plan involves knowing how much money you’ll need to support your desired lifestyle. This task may seem overwhelming, but there are some simple steps you can take to calculate your retirement number. Calculating your retirement number […]
“A lot of financial services marketing claims that buying their products is the best method for combatting the erosive effects of inflation. Don’t believe the hype.”- Joseph Zimmermann. Nearly everyone worries about inflation, especially retirees and those about to retire. It’s a valid concern. Inflation describes increases in the cost of goods and services over […]
If you’re like many Americans, the pandemic has altered at least some of your financial plans. You now find yourself in an economy teetering on the precipice of a significant downturn. You might be wondering what, if anything, you can do to strengthen your financial position and reclaim a tiny bit of “normal.” Get […]
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