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How much income will your 401(k) provide?

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Retirement account owners have long had trouble translating the money in their 401(k) into income. That’s about to change. Read more at MarketWatch ...
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Comment: Navigating equity markets in the year ahead

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We have just concluded a tumultuous year for asset markets. In March, equities endured volatility reminiscent of levels previously seen during the global financial crisis. What followed thereafter ...
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The Social Security tax cap kicks in at this salary figure in 2021

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Some people are investing in their retirement without even realizing it. If you have a traditional job, you pay 6.2% of your salary per year in Social Security ...
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Should You Ditch Your Workplace Retirement Plan?

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It may sound counterintuitive, but stashing funds in your workplace retirement plan could actually make it more challenging for you to retire. Some workplace plans are great while ...
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A New Approach to Retirement Income Planning for Women

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Focusing on income, rather than savings, is important for anyone planning to retire. But it’s even more important for women, in particular. To reduce fees, manage taxes and ...
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Opinion: How retirement planning needs to change in the new year

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Considering annuities, insurance, new investments and delaying Social Security? Read more at MarketWatch ...
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A New Approach to Retirement Income Planning for Women

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RETIREMENT PLANNING Focusing on income, rather than savings, is important for anyone planning to retire. But it’s even more important for women, in particular. To reduce fees, manage ...
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Year-end Financial and Retirement Planning Tips

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From Roth IRA conversions and taxes to employee benefits and your 2021 budget, here’s your checklist of easy, smart money strategies. Read more at The Street ...
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4 Year-End Moves to Help Retirees Breathe Easy in 2021

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The end of the year is the perfect opportunity to look at your finances and make adjustments. Whether you are newly retired or have spent years in retirement, ...
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Stop Telling Retirement Investors They Need A Million Dollars

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The retirement industry needs to retool its arsenal of advice. It should focus on targeted saving and dividend growth investing. It should not focus on total portfolio value. ...
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