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Seniors are more likely to opt for the standard deduction, which increased under the new tax law, but those who want to maximize their deductions have several considerations.

A recent ruling by the U.S. Labor Department could open the door for automatic 401(k) transfers between employers, which means fewer workers will be tempted to cash out.

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

Despite Social Security's financial woes, the revenue shortfall can be easily fixed, say experts at Boston College Center for Retirement Research. But it will only go so far in paying for living expenses.

Workers should urge their employers to offer this savings option in their 401(k) plans to save for emergency and unforeseen expenses.

Advise them to review and adjust their budget and consider getting a side hustle, a study suggests.

Military families can use one of these provisions to seriously cut their tax burden. Plus, can clients make an IRA contribution on behalf of a deceased person?

In addition to health insurance considerations. people considering this need to determine whether they can afford the missed earnings and the ability to continue building their nest egg.

The order is for the Treasury Department to review rules that require mandatory distributions to begin when someone turns 70 1/2, and to make it easier for small businesses to offer 401(k) plans.

Clients have a tax-saving opportunity to transfer pre-tax contributions in retirement accounts to a Roth or life insurance policy under the new law.