Portfolio

What to do with an old 401(k) when changing jobs; Why it's so difficult to raise kids and save for retirement; 3 things to know about your 401(k)'s escape hatch

IUL policies, which are linked to a market index but promise not to lose any money if the market goes down, might be a way to protect portfolios while offering tax-free income for retirement.

While one prominent advisor calls the board's demand 'woefully overreaching,' a securities lawyer calls it a 'good, aggressive' tactic.

Should older clients' portfolios be adjusted more quickly to bring equity allocations to their desired level? New research says yes.

A paper that Hopewell published introduced stochastic modeling -- including the use of Monte Carlo simulations -- to the profession for the first time.

As the nation's 76 million baby boomers retire and live longer, advisors can expect to encounter more clients with memory and cognitive issues. Here are some of the red flags advisors should watch for.

Is it ever smart to tap retirement accounts early?; A 401(k) rollover checklist; 5 reasons why you shouldn't retire at 62

When it comes to predicting where U.S. borrowing costs are headed, the bond market isn't taking Wall Street’s advice seriously.

Advisors today are realizing they have to be flexible, saying that they are just as apt to recommend a number lower or higher than 4% to clients as an appropriate withdrawal rate. And some are using means completely different to set rates.

While many investors have revived their love affair with corporate bonds this year, one stands out: Pacific Investment Management Co.’s Bill Gross.