Lee Conrad

Although earnings in a deferred annuity will not be included in an investor's adjusted gross income, future withdrawals from the annuity could trigger a bigger tax bill.

It would raise enough new revenue to more than restore long-term balance of the program.

Even middle-class households who have health insurance are at risk, as a researcher points out that they are the ones who filed for the most bankruptcies.

Lawmakers and policymakers should make retirement savings plans universally available if they want to help Americans secure their golden years.

One tip for seniors: They should register their My Social Security account as early as they can before other people can create the account.

About 77% of people 50 and older want to stay where they are as long as possible, according to a survey. But clients who want to — or have to — move, have a number of options each with pros and cons.

The biggest bank merger in 10 years makes a lot of sense at the top levels, but some advisors may find their new home restrictive, an observer says.

Retirees often underestimate the cost of the second-largest expense for people 65 and older.

Seniors are more likely to opt for the standard deduction, which increased under the new tax law, but those who want to maximize their deductions have several considerations.

Lawmakers this year are expected to pursue measures that will help Americans enhance their retirement prospects.