Social Security benefits

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

Those who didn't save early may miss key opportunities, experts say.

Over the last four decades, the average income of retiree households significantly outpaced those still in the workforce.

Despite an environment of, “Hey, go figure it out,” there are ways advisors can properly prepare clients, In|Vest attendees are told.

Before saving for retirement, young investors are advised to pay down high-interest debts and build an emergency fund, an expert says.

If passed, non-spouse heirs would be required to drain assets within 10 years after the owner’s death.

Clients have to increase their risk exposure to ensure they don’t outlive their savings.

Clients won't be taxed as the result of a deal if they hold the shares in ETFs or index mutual funds.

The property should allow them to live close to their loved ones and fit their financial plan, according to a CFP.

Only 4% of U.S. retirees are waiting until they turn 70 to claim benefits, the age when payments reach their maximum level.

Careful planning can help prevent them from shrinking their benefits based on misperception.

It's important for advisors to help clients get ready for the side effects of this radical lifestyle change.

Dual-income couples benefit less from Social Security.

Well over half say they would back Sen. Elizabeth Warren’s plan to tax those with more than $50 million in assets, a survey finds.

Especially for couples in which one spouse retires early, savvy planning can translate into thousands of dollars in Social Security benefits.

Early planning for potential tax hikes is key.

As much as 46% believe Medicare will cover the costs of long-term care.

Asset reserves are projected to become depleted in 2035, a year later than previously estimated.

A proposal to increase payroll taxes is facing opposition from some lawmakers who believe millennial workers cannot afford to bear the brunt of higher payroll taxes.

Clients are increasingly favoring accounts suited for emergency spending, research shows.