Income Planning
Learn what experts and top advisors say about the best ways to work with clients to determine and build successful retirement income plans.
Fixed Annuity Sales Rising in 2014, but Why Now?
By William H. Byrnes, Robert BloinkSince the equity markets have risen, VAs should be more appealing as a retirement income-planning product. So why are sales of fixed annuities up so sharply while VA sales have fallen?
August 27, 2014
Thornburg Urges Advisors to 'Retire Retirement'As the idea of retirement evolves, Thornburg Investments created an informational packet for advisors to help clients reshape their retirement expectations.
August 27, 2014
Americans Would Rather Talk About Sex or Death Than RetirementA study from Northwestern Mutual found that more than two in five Americans have not spoken to anyone about their retirement.
August 26, 2014
9 Worst States for 401(k) PlansWhile any company can design a better plan no matter the state it's in, the trends are nonetheless telling.
August 26, 2014
Compass Financial Boosts Education With Financial Finesse PartnershipFinancial Finesse will offer its services at a discount to employees and consult on Compass' in-house financial education program.
August 25, 2014
Despite Saving More, Workers Still Face Retirement ShortfallsAlthough participation and contribution rates are fairly high in 401(k) plans, Natixis finds many participants, especially baby boomers, are on track to fall short.
August 25, 2014
Social Security and Tax Planning: The Advisor OpportunityNeither process is fun, but relieving the confusion and frustration surrounding the Social Security planning and claiming process represents a major business-building opportunity for advisors.
August 25, 2014
401(k) Savers Who Stuck Out Financial Crisis Reaping RewardsWorkers who saved consistently in a 401(k) plan during the five years that included the financial crisis are reaping the rewards.