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All Generations Are Worried About Retirement
An impressive 72% of Millennials report actively saving for the long term, starting on average at the young age of 22.
Participants Active on Social Media and Mobile Apps
These are becoming their preferred methods of reviewing their retirement plans and communicating with advisers.
One-Third of Millennials Don’t Expect Social Security to Be There for Them
And only 21% are working with a financial adviser
Participants Reveal What Retirement Planning Help They Need
Fewer than half (44%) of participants surveyed by Charles Schwab are confident making 401(k) decisions on their own, but 74% said they would be confident making 401(k) decisions...
Advisers Have Opportunities to Reach Generations Saving for Retirement
Among all generations, financial advisers are considered the most valuable source of financial advice, according to a study from Principal.
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A Work in Progress
While the Pension Protection Act helped to improve retirement plans considerably, there still is a great deal more work to...
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Trendspotting
A look at the latest concerns and actions among employees, and what they mean for advisers
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Staying Within Bounds
Does the new fiduciary rule create a fine line between education and advice?
Targeting Demographic Groups Pays Off
Younger people are mostly focused on matches, while older folks concentrate on distribution options.
401(k) Participants Want Help Knowing What to Save
Two-thirds of participants surveyed said helping them know how much more they should be saving or how much they should have in their retirement plan today is a...
Sponsors Becoming More Attuned to Retirement Readiness
However, fees and investment performance are still top of mind.
Empower Offers Retirement Planning App for Apple Watch
The application puts retirement savings goals front and center.
Affluent Investors Prefer Face-to-Face Meetings With Advisers
Phone calls and then emails are the two next preferred points of contact.
Participants in the Dark on a Myriad of Financial Topics
Sponsors have a tremendous opportunity to build loyalty by educating their workers on financial topics.
Financial Stress Afflicting Many Workers
Eighty-five percent of workers experience some level of financial stress.
Baby Boomers Need Help with Retirement Risks and Fears
From planning for health care expenses to addressing longevity and market risks, Baby Boomers are in need of help.
The Catch 22 of Aging, Savings and Investing Knowledge
Nobody really likes to think about the negative aspects of aging, but advisers have a legal obligation to pursue the long-term financial good of their clients.
Milliman Launches Enhanced DC Participant Website
Milliman unveiled the latest in a series of website enhancements for its defined contribution clients and their plan participants.
Employer Financial Education Results in Success
Employees with access to financial education have more savings.