Balancing Retirement Savings and Other Financial Goals
Finding the right balance between retirement saving and funding other major life expenses can be a delicate dance.
Fixed Annuities: The Cornerstone of Predictable Retirement Income
Despite their increasing popularity, few Americans know how annuities work or when using one could benefit their financial plans. Four out of five American adults (79%) still struggle to identify the correct definition of an annuity. Think of annuities as the steady rocks in the...
8 Financial Lessons from Great Presidents
Presidents’ Day is a time to honor the leaders who have shaped the history of the United States. While much of the focus is on their leadership in politics, war, and diplomacy, many of our Presidents’ also demonstrated financial wisdom that can serve as timeless...
Financial Resilience Helps Handle Life’s Curveballs
Financial resilience helps you to navigate and overcome life's unexpected challenges and build a stronger financial safety net
The Social Security Fairness Act Increases Benefits for Millions
Under the Social Security Fairness Act signed by President Biden on January 5, 2025, almost 3 million Americans will receive a boost to their Social Security benefits.1 This bill, which had bipartisan support, restores full Social Security benefits to some public-sector employees, including teachers, law...
Balancing Retirement Savings and Other Financial Goals
Balancing retirement savings and other financial goals can be a delicate dance.
How to Review and Adjust Your Investment Portfolio for the New Year
Start 2024 by rebalancing your investment portfolio & aligning your strategy with your financial goals.
The Growing Challenge of Health Care Costs in Retirement
Healthcare costs in retirement are one of the most underestimated and rapidly growing financial challenges for Americans.
The Financial and Emotional Challenges of Retirement
Americans face significant retirement challenges. 80 percent of older adults are struggling financially or at risk of doing so in the future.
How to Save Smartly in 2025: Financial Strategies for the Year Ahead
It is time to find strategies to save smartly in 2025 to save your financial future. Market changes and economic shifts mean you need to rethink how you save,