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Advisors Need To Step Up To Help Americans Save For Retirement
2024 Nov 17, 10:00am | 370As the U.S. retirement market faces unprecedented challenges and opportunities, financial advisors must adapt their approach to better serve clients. Recent data from ISS Market Intelligence, as reported by Planadviser, reveals several critical areas where advisors need to enhance their service...
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What Trump's Victory Could Mean For The 2017 Tax Cuts
2024 Nov 10, 9:05am | 443The 2024 election victory of former President Donald Trump, coupled with Republicans retaking the Senate and possibly retaining the House of Representatives, has put the spotlight on what this means for tax policy. Tax experts agree a likely result is the extension of key components of the 2017 Tax...
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Americans Worried They'll Mess Up Retirement Income Planning, Almost Half Fear Living Too Frugally
2024 Nov 03, 9:30am | 428New research from Allianz Life reveals significant concerns among Americans about retirement income planning. Nearly half of investors worry about how to take distributions from their retirement plans, while 44% admit they have no retirement income plan at all. These concerns are particularly...
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How To Help Your Clients Maximize Their 401(k) Contributions
2024 Oct 27, 9:30am | 453While there’s no universal formula for 401(k) contributions, several key strategies can help clients optimize their retirement savings. The appropriate contribution level depends on various factors, including planned retirement age, expected expenses, desired lifestyle, and additional income...
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The Wealthy Follow Suze Orman's Golden Rule For Getting Rich — She Says There's 1 Question Everyone Should Be Asking
2024 Oct 25, 4:00pm | 924When it comes to money, it’s not about how much you make, it’s about how much you keep. The less you spend on things you want, the more you have for things you need. And if you save enough, you can accelerate the wealth-building process by putting your savings to work for you...
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'Great Wealth Transfer' Poses Both Risks And Opportunities For Financial Advisors
2024 Oct 20, 11:30am | 412A recent survey by Naxtisis Investment Managers reveals that financial advisors worldwide are concerned about retaining clients and assets during the impending “Great Wealth Transfer.” This massive transfer of over $84 trillion in assets over the next two decades is seen as a...
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At $43 is it Time to Take Profit with Palantir?
2024 Oct 15, 2:19pm | 838There's a saying that stocks don't move in one direction all the time. Palantir Technologies Inc. (NYSE: PLTR) is testing the logic behind that saying. PLTR stock is up a whopping 151% in 2024 nearly matching the 168% gain in NVIDIA Corp. Furthermore, the stock is up 24% in the last...
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Advisors Say They Cover Key Retirement Topics, But Clients Disagree — New Research Highlights The Disconnect
2024 Oct 13, 9:30am | 448New research by David Blanchett, managing director at PGIM DC Solutions, reveals significant disparities between the retirement planning services financial advisors believe they’re providing and what clients actually report receiving. This gap highlights areas where advisors need to improve...
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Two High-Yield ETF Cash Machines for Your Retirement Portfolio
2024 Oct 10, 1:26pm | 972A high-yield dividend-paying exchange-traded fund (ETF) could be a valuable tool for investors seeking to build a solid portfolio that generates dividends. These ETFs offer a steady income stream, providing a cushion for living expenses and the potential for capital appreciation. Two standout...
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October's 4 Best Penny Stocks: High-Risk, High-Reward Picks
2024 Oct 09, 12:46pm | 799Most investors' definition of a penny stock has broadened to include not just companies trading at less than $1 per share, but also those with slightly higher stock prices up to about $5 per share. Regardless of your exact threshold, these firms remain a high-risk, high-reward proposition....
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Financial Literacy Gaps Leave Small Businesses Ripe For Advisor Expertise
2024 Oct 06, 9:30am | 370A recent survey by Xero has uncovered a significant opportunity for financial advisors to expand their client base among small business owners. The study reveals a stark contrast between entrepreneurs’ perceived financial acumen and the fiscal challenges they face in reality. While 55% of...
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These 3 Stocks Show How to Navigate Declining Consumer Confidence
2024 Oct 02, 11:07am | 1080Historically, investors have bet on the consumer discretionary sector when the Federal Reserve (the Fed) cuts interest rates, as these typically have a positive effect on consumer spending habits through easier and cheaper financing rates. However, this time it's different, the state of the...
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How to Invest in Bonds: A Beginner's Guide
2024 Oct 01, 2:02pm | 2261Bonds can be a smart strategy for individuals looking to diversify their portfolios and achieve more predictable returns. While stocks offer the potential for higher growth, they also come with greater volatility. On the other hand, bonds are generally considered less risky and can provide a steady...
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Long-Term Care Costs Are Reshaping Advisor-Client Relationships
2024 Sep 29, 10:15am | 366A recent analysis by the National Council on Aging and the LeadingAge LTSS Center at UMass Boston reveals a looming crisis in long-term care affordability, necessitating a shift in how financial advisors approach retirement planning discussions with their clients. The study found that 80% of...
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Retirement Strategies In 2024 Focus On Flexibility And Income
2024 Sep 22, 9:30am | 418T. Rowe Price’s new 2024 Defined Contribution Consultant Study highlights significant shifts in retirement planning strategies, particularly when it comes to personalization and retirement income. The study, which surveyed 35 leading firms, reveals that consultants, advisors, and plan...