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By Steve PiontekIf you're a driver, then it's likely that the only time you pay attention to speed limit signs is when you spot a cop car parked on the side of the road or when (even more inconveniently) the cop is on the road doing the speed limit...
July 02, 2009
The bumpy road to new normalIt's hard not to be impressed by Mohamed El-Erian. Stepping into Bill Gross's considerably large shoes (ahem) at Pimco during the most difficult financial...
July 02, 2009
Obesity makes for a leaner retirementIt's no secret, obesity rates are booming, and that spells trouble your clients' retirement. How? A report by The Trust for America's Health and the...
July 02, 2009
More seniors tapping home equityThe current economic crisis is leading many older Americans to take value out of their homes via home-equity loans or reverse mortgages. It is unclear, however, whether these homeowners are tapping their equity as part of a larger strategy or as a last resort.
July 02, 2009
Beware too much touchy, feelyConventional wisdom puts investment performance second to the "therapy" approach to financial planning. It dictates you know as much as you can about client...
July 02, 2009
Old and in the wayHow old is old? Examiner.com's indispensable Paul Briand calls attention to a new Pew study that found for Baby Boomers age 50 to 64, it...
July 01, 2009
Seniors should prepare for long term care needs.44% of pre-retirees will be at risk of not having enough savings to maintain their current lifestyles once they retire, excluding health care and long term care costs.
July 01, 2009
A lifetime of independenceNow that the tax season has passed and the demands of the holidays are far behind us, we can take a moment to reflect on the blessings of Independence Day.
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