Insurance

Chances are high that one or both parents who have left the workforce ahead of their full retirement age are still working out of necessity.

Medicare, longevity, medical expenses — these are some of the most pressing issues facing clients.

From surcharge brackets to prescription drug plans, advisors need to understand how Medicare works.

Judging from what promoters of insurance products can say in their marketing materials, not so well, writes Ethan Schwartz.

Many clients are “denying themselves today for fear of what could happen tomorrow,” an expert says.

Many pin the blame on stagnant or dwindling income, according to a new survey.

Clients who outlive their retirement savings are among those most at risk.

The cost of health care before retirement is inherently more volatile than after, according to an expert.

Seniors living overseas are advised to enroll before moving back to the U.S.

Just 62% of women are protected compared to 76% of their male counterparts, research shows.

The industry is embracing new technology, big data and alternative investment strategies as clients demand more from funds.

The Czech Republic, Portugal, Slovenia, and Canada are among the top 10 most peaceful places for seniors to settle down.

Withdrawals for non-medical expenses would no longer be penalty-free under the proposal.

Asset managers are embracing new distribution technology, big data and alternative investment strategies.

The asset management and software giants plan to start the rollout of their 401(k) tool and app later this year.

Some plan to downsize to an inexpensive town nearby.

Guiding them through the fine print of narrow networks, deductibles and copays could become a key differentiator.

The RIA adds $600M in AUM with its third acquisition of the year.

The insurance-affiliated firm aims for growth while some counterparts have exited the sector.

Superstitions with catchy phrases persist.