401(k)

Many Americans affected by the partial government shutdown are tapping their retirement savings and taking other financial options.

In many ways, the restricted application is similar to the old file and suspend strategy, which was disallowed in 2016. However, there is one big difference.

Seniors who intend to get a Medigap policy to supplement their traditional Medicare coverage may have trouble getting one.

Clients may want a new plan if there have been unfavorable changes to their old plans, they want more flexibility or because of a new illness.

A closed phone line to IRS support could present a significant challenge, particularly with changes to forms like the 1040, experts suggest.

Federal employees who retire during the partial government shutdown would have to wait a longer time to take retirement distributions from their savings plans.

Community property rules, how to divide 401(k)s and the nuances of QRDOs are just some of the specifics advisors should know.

Knowledge of ERISA, QDROs, DBAs and other retirement plans can avoid costly mishaps.

Working longer and taking on a part-time job are two of the simple strategies for seniors to curb the impact of a market correction. But there are other tips to consider as well.

If your client's goal is to save more for retirement, there are some simple steps they can take to make that resolution stick.

When your clients say they want to invest like celebrity billionaires, point out that they already have one thing in common — some years are good, some are bad.

For example, taxpayers should not panic about the new cap on state and local tax deductions.

Clients intending to set up a bank account or mutual fund for their child must consider various provisions.

They are advised to take the mandatory distribution days before the deadline to ensure that they get their withdrawal processed in time.

One of the major provisions of proposed legislation would require 401(k) plans to offer annuities so participants could create new income streams.

The Trump tax cut may have changed the calculus for some couples filing joint returns.

The following tips may help clients minimize their liability.

Seniors should not only have a financial plan in place, but activities to keep them preoccupied.

There has been a robust increase in employers' registration since the program started last year, data shows.

Lower-earning spouses who took time off to raise children or care for an aging parent may not be eligible based on the taxes they paid into the system.