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.
Half of U.S. Households at Risk of Retirement Shortfall
By John ManganaroEven those who plan prudently are at risk, CRR finds in a revamped survey.
May 08, 2023
This Spending Strategy Outperforms 4% Rule, With a CatchFailing to discuss this "catch" with clients could lead to confusion, Morningstar's Christine Benz writes.
May 02, 2023
Top 10 Things Near-Retirees Get Wrong About Social SecurityMassMutual gave 55- to 65-year-olds a Social Security quiz. Here are the most-missed questions.
April 26, 2023
15 Cities Where Retirees Are Most Reliant on Social SecuritySocial Security benefits comprise 41.7% of a retiree's total income on average. In these cities, it's even higher.
April 18, 2023
8 Reasons to Avoid a Roth ConversionWhile generally a useful and popular strategy, Roth conversions aren't always appropriate, Ed Slott and Jeff Levine say.
April 17, 2023
The 'Most Important' Strategy for Retirees NowMore important than predicting a recession is preparing for ongoing portfolio stress, experts say.
April 17, 2023
12 U.S. Cities Where the 'New $100K' Is $200K or MoreA $100,000 salary isn't enough to be financially "comfortable" in many places, SmartAsset finds.
April 14, 2023
Rising Costs Eating Into Retirement Savings: CFP Board PollA new survey finds 21% of consumers pushed back retirement because of rising costs.