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Advisers Counter Effects of COVID-19 With Technology
Like so many other industries, the financial planning community is being adversely impacted by the pandemic, Nationwide reported in a survey.
An Eye-Opening Millennial Q&A
Kevin Boyles at Millennium Trust says companies have been responding to the pandemic with exceptional agility—driven in no small part by the expectations of their Millennial workers.
SECURE Act to Prompt Nearly Two-Thirds of Advisers to Consider Adopting In-Plan Guarantees
For their part, participants say they feel the pandemic has make their retirement savings more vulnerable.
Pandemic Will Have Negative Impact on Retirement Savings in Years Ahead, Natixis Says
In releasing its 2020 Global Retirement Index, the investment manager outlines obstacles to retirement savings but says expanding coverage to more people and pairing that with automatic features...
Women’s Retirement Confidence Has Ebbed Since Start of Pandemic
A mere 17% of women say they are very confident they will be able to retire comfortably, according to the Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies.
Majority of People Prioritize Retirement Saving Over Being Debt-Free
A Voya survey also found that 54% of employed Americans plan to work in retirement as a result of COVID-19.
Winners’ Circle
Three Who Lead the Way
Past Retirement Plan Advisers of the Year discuss participant services.
DOL Efforts Seem to Heighten Duties Before ESG Can Fly in Retirement Plans
Prior to the issuance of its proposed rule on ESG investing in retirement plans, the DOL sent letters to plan sponsors and CIT providers requesting information about ESG...
Retirement Investors Saw Record Rebound in Q2
Fidelity reports that the average 401(k) plan balance was up 14% between the start of April and the end of June.
Edward Jones and Age Wave Examine New Retirement Concerns
Financial advisers have a large impact on how confident older workers are during retirement.
‘Super Savers’ Remain Confident Despite COVID-19 Market Volatility
But those who fall short on saving are experiencing financial stress.
Working Generations Are Uncertain about Social Security
However, Millennials and Gen Xers are open to working with financial advisers to learn more and maximize benefits.
Financial Consequences of COVID-19 Differ Across Generations
Tailored financial advice is now more vital than ever for participants at all stages of the retirement savings journey, experts say.
Majority of Americans Are Concerned About Finances
More than one-quarter are extremely or very concerned, according to Fidelity.
Some Comforting Lessons for Retirement Plan Investors
Data from leading retirement plan recordkeepers shows 401(k) and IRA accounts have seen smaller losses than many broad market indices, thanks in no small part to the efforts...
Will Millennial Workers Switch to Emergency Savings?
Industry analysts predict the younger workforce may shift its focus towards emergency savings, instead of retirement, as a result of the COVID-19 crisis. Advisers can help with this...
Practice Management
Keeping Up With the Workplace
Black Americans need more representation in the financial advisory field.
Student Debt in the Time of Coronavirus
Retirement-focused financial advisers generally aren’t as informed about student loan debt as they are about health and wellness, but now may be the perfect time to change that....
Grit, Humility, Resolve Drive Investing Success in Tough Times
The equity markets dropped by nearly 50% during the Great Recession of 2008 and 2009, but retirement plan account balances of those who stayed the course recovered their...