Older Americans: How Secure Is Social Security?
Older Americans who are already retired or close to retirement age probably have nothing to worry about - Social Security benefits will likely be paid to them in the amount they planned on (at least that is what most of the politicians say). But what about the rest of us?
Understanding Social Security
Social Security is one factor in retirement planning for millions of Americans. But Social Security is now much more than just a retirement program. It is scope has expanded to include other benefits such as disability, family,, and survivor is benefits.
Older Americans Month: How Much Retirement Income Will you Need?
The first wave of 75 million baby-boomers (those born between 1946 and 1964) in the US are reaching retirement age. Older Americans Month is a good time to focus on how well these boomers are prepared for retirement.
David Lerner Associates: Issues Unique to Older Americans
Many Americans may view getting older with mixed emotions. While retirement is generally something to look forward to there is also the concern about the cost and availability of health care and the worry about what might happen if one becomes unable to live and care for oneself independently.
Older Americans Month: Retirement Income Needs
Older Americans Month is a good time to focus on how well prepared Baby Boomers are for retirement. A good retirement plan should start with establishing the annual income requirement needed to retire.
David Lerner Associates: Trust Basics
With a trust you can control how your assets are distributed once you have passed on or perhaps help you plan for the possibility of becoming incapacitated. The power of a trust lies in its versatility--there is a type of trust for almost every situation.
Planning for Earned Income in Retirement
Most people these days are not going to achieve the sort of lifestyle that was envisioned for retirement even a decade ago. Many folks now retire from their regular job and then start a business of their own or work part time.
Small Business Week: Life Insurance Needs
Your life insurance needs will depend upon a variety of factors, including whether you own a small business, the size of your family, the nature of your financial obligations, your career stage and your goals.
Small Business Week: Executive Bonus Plans Boost Employee Retention
Employee retention is a primary goal for many small businesses. Not only is it expensive to replace employees, but high employee turnover can be damaging to workplace morale and customer service.
Small Business Week: What Women Should Know When Starting a Business
Women-owned companies are growing much faster than every other segment of new business in our economy. There are some crucial factors for women to consider when starting a business.