Is A Fixed-Index Annuity Right For You?

Retirement isn’t what it used to be. Today, not only are people working, traveling and living dynamic lives well past the previous generation’s retirement age of 65, but saving for retirement requires a different mindset than your parents may have had. “In the past,...

Recap: What happened to the retirement landscape in 2019?

As 2019 comes to an end, it’s worth taking a moment to reflect back on what took place in the retirement landscape during the past 12 months and how it could affect those preparing for life after work. In recent years, the United States has witnessed a shift from...

Retirement Plan Contribution Limits Will Increase in 2020

The Internal Revenue Service announced on Wednesday, November 6, that several contribution limits in qualified retirement plans will increase next year. The IRS announced the increases as part of an annual adjustment for cost-of-living increases as provided in the...

3 Ways You Can Lose Your Social Security Benefits

You definitely want to avoid these at all costs. Millions of seniors today regard Social Security as a critical source of income. But if you’re not careful, you could wind up losing out on some of that money and struggling during retirement as a result. Here are...

Don’t Just Be Ready; Be Game Ready

Everyone’s idea of the “perfect retirement” is different. Some of us plan to travel the world, while others hope to move to a new location, perhaps with a warmer climate. Still others might wish to live frugally so they have a sizable nest egg they can pass on to...

Changing Seasons in Retirement

The holidays are just around the corner, meaning it’s almost time to prepare for parties, travel, gift-giving and more. But what’s good for the spirit can be hard on the wallet. Without a proper plan in place, it can be easy to lose track of how much you’ve spent,...