Income Planning

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Social Security More Valuable Than Ever--Even for Millionaires, Advisors Say

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The maximum monthly benefit hits $4,485 in January, helping even wealthy investors navigate stock market declines.

Delaying Social Security Has Rarely Been This Profitable

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As benefits get adjusted for inflation, waiting longer to receive those checks will pay off even more.

Even Millionaires Realize They May Need To Work Longer Than They Imagined

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Forty-two percent of millionaires in a Natixis survey are too worried to even think about retirement.

Social Security's Cost Of Living Increase Means Benefits May Run Out Sooner

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Preserving the program could mean raising more from workers or paying less to beneficiaries.

Andy Friedman Says SECURE 2.0 Should Pass After Midterms

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The legislation will increase the required minimum distribution age from 72 to 75.

Social Security Benefits Get Biggest Bump In 41 Years

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Recipients will receive a cost-of-living adjustment increase of 8.7% beginning in January.

Majority Of U.S. Retirees Fall Far Short Of Income Targets, Goldman Says

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Inflation and healthcare costs are among the top issues putting financial stress on retirees, a Goldman survey found.

For Some Retiring Clients, Paying Off The Mortgage No Longer The Best Advice

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Some older clients may want to take advantage of their low-rate mortgages, advisors say.

Annuities Offer Little Benefit To Wealthier Retirement Savers, Morningstar Says

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Social Security bridging strategies are a better alternative for those with large savings, the firm said.

Great Recession Strengthened Public Pension Systems, Report Says

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Public retirement systems have made changes since 2007 that have ensured their long-term viability, the report said.

Debt Could Derail Retirement Plans, A Consultant Says

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Debt among senior citizens is becoming significant problem, Christian Mills says.

The Father Of ‘4% Rule' Doesn't Buy 3% Alternative

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William Bengen believes it would take “a catastrophic set of circumstances” before clients had to accept a 3% withdrawal rate.

Well, Hello, Sequence Risk! Where've Ya Been?

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For the first time in a long time, advisors may soon have to help clients make painful retirement choices.

The One True Free Lunch For Investors

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There's a growing recognition that raising after-tax return is a risk-free strategy for earning alpha.

Talking To Clients About Recessions

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Advisors need to make sure their clients know how a recession would really impact their lives.

A Quarter Of Consumers Have No Financial Plan, Survey Says

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A little less than half of Americans think their savings and income will last through their lifetimes.

Are Tontines Making A Comeback?

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These products have a checkered history, but some think they could become a popular retirement savings tool.

Retiring In 2022 Has Become A Challenge, Report Says

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inflation, volatility and interest rates are throwing roadblocks at retirement, Natixis Investment Managers said.

SECURE 2 Approval May Take Longer Than Expected, TIAA Officials Say

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TIAA directors said it may be a long time before SECURE Act 2.0 provisions are revealed.

The Stakes Are High For Retirement Investing, Advisors Say

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Given the level of near-term uncertainty, advisors are switching strategic gears.

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