Boomer savings plans
By Staff Writer47% - Percent of boomers covered by a defined benefit plan. 50% - Percent of people born in 1946 who have a 401(k) or...
May 28, 2008
Boomer basicsWho are the boomers?: There are approximately 78 million boomers, or individuals born between 1946 and 1964, and this generation is approaching retirement. Boomers will...
May 28, 2008
Forever blowing bubblesBefore the current subprime mess hit, too many people referred to the situation as a housing bubble. Incorrect. I've said for some time it was...
May 28, 2008
Indexed annuities sales slump in first quarterWith gas prices rising and the economy grinding down, it's no surprise that indexed annuity sales were down as well during the first quarter. According to the latest Advantage Index Sales & Market Report, the sale of indexed annuities
May 28, 2008
Curiosity only kills catsMitch Anthony and Scott West extol the power of curiosity for advisors in their book, "Your Client's Story." A healthy curiosity helps build relationships with...
May 28, 2008
Boomer characteristicsTake a moment to consider the characteristics of the entire boomer population and how these can impact the financial and insurance purchase decisions made by...
May 28, 2008
The housing crisis is overHow is it I missed out on the greatest run-up in real estate prices in American history, one that lasted -- what -- 40 years?...
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