Retirement income

Prospects are further aggravated by the disappearance of pension plans and the financial woes facing Social Security.

After a booking error by an advisor, a client barely avoided being taxed on $500,000 and dodged more than $200,000 in taxes and penalties.

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

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

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

Some plan to downsize to an inexpensive town nearby.

They may look good on paper, but such investments also come with thorny challenges.

This basketball analogy can help you explain how portfolio diversification works across multiple asset classes.

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

Clients can use Roth IRAs, 529 plans and — yes — life insurance to give their children a head start.

Which is better? An SEP plan or solo 401(k)?

But health care is probably more expensive.

Those with 1099 income have several tax-advantaged options.

These super savers have a few tricks up their sleeves to reach their goals.

An otherwise simple strategy has many pitfalls.

A client's retirement savings depends on four key factors, says the leading RIA executive.

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.

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