Retirement

Seventeen Democratic state officials urged major asset managers to prioritize long-term risks like climate change, rejecting Republican efforts to curb ESG investing.

Customer satisfaction with Medicare Advantage plans is down, according to a new survey from J.D. Power. But some financial advisors say zero-premium plans remain a lifeline for cash-strapped seniors.

Retired women find themselves leaning on Social Security as a primary source of income at greater rates than men, according to new research from the Transamerica Institute. Financial advisors say that has significant implications for retirement planning.

At 42, an Idaho store clerk dreams of retiring by 55. His ultra-frugal freegan lifestyle could make it happen, but advisors have one major concern.

As major insurers reduce Medicare Advantage benefits and exit markets, retirees face higher costs and limited options. Advisors need to understand the implications for retirement planning.

Private assets promise potentially greater returns and more diversification for investors, but financial advisors say their opaque and illiquid nature makes them less than ideal for most 401(k) plan participants.

Many retirees mistakenly believe Medicare will cover all their medical costs, but new Fidelity research reveals that even without long-term care, routine health care expenses can add up to tens of thousands of dollars.

Between new senior tax deductions and fast-approaching funding shortfalls, it has been a turbulent few months for Social Security.

Employees aren't saving enough for retirement or for the costs associated with healthcare and caregiving needs.

Weathering retirement planning storms isn't about numbers, as a pilot turned financial advisor discovered after the '07 crash.

The move could impact future studies on retirement trends, policy and aging in America.

The new law could impair young talent's ability to save for retirement, making it leaders' responsibility to act proactively.

A rise in gray divorce presents distinct planning challenges for advisors. A majority of married Americans say that a divorce would derail their retirement plan, a new Allianz Life study found.

A vast majority of Americans yet to enroll in Medicare say they're worried about whether the program will be there for them, according to a new survey from Retirable and eHealth.

According to Schroders, many Americans are falling short of retirement goals, leaving opportunities for benefit leaders to bridge the gap.

A 26-year-old lawyer in New York City wants to know if they're on track for retirement, but the most important factors aren't always clear. Financial advisors have a few ideas.

Experts say that families often get caught off guard by their loved ones' cognitive decline and it's a crucial component of planning that is frequently left undiscussed.

Take a buyout or risk a later layoff? As more federal employees find their jobs in the crosshairs, financial advisors say they're navigating a complicated and uncertain path forward for their clients.

New government-funded "Trump accounts" aim to set newborn Americans on a "course for prosperity." But financial advisors aren't entirely convinced about their utility.

Better retirement benefits can support young talent as they juggle caregiving responsibilities, AI fears and high levels of burnout.