Enhancing Retirement Income: The Role of Fixed-Indexed Annuities alongside Social Security
Read moreBehind the concept of Social Security retirement benefits is the comforting notion that comes from expecting a predictable stream of retirement income in the f…
5 Tools to Help with Long-term Retirement Planning
Read moreTime is our greatest asset when it comes to planning our retirement futures. And what you think you want for yourself now can change with age, experience, and …
Unlocking the power of Fixed Indexed Annuities: your guide to secure retirement planning
Read moreThe modern-day retiree portfolio has its work cut out for it. As Americans live longer, they are dealing with ever-increasing healthcare costs. In addition, li…
How 2023 may impact your retirement savings—and how FIAs can help
Read moreMany outside factors impact our ability to save and make money, and retirement savings are typically wrapped up into products that are affected by positive and…
How to reign in your retirement future Part 2: Full-time employees
Read morePart one of our “reigning in retirement” series focused on the growth of the gig economy and tips for freelancers and entrepreneurs. But did you know that full…
How to reign in your retirement future Part 1: Freelancers and entrepreneurs
Read moreThe workplace has been steadily evolving. While the pandemic and other socio-economic factors trigger sudden workforce trends such as The Great Resignation, ot…
The upside to rising interest rates: adding annuities to your retirement savings plan
Read moreFor anyone who is following economic news—you might be feeling concerned. Inflationary rates are at the highest annual rate in 40 years, and Q2 GDP reports sho…
IALC’s Retirement 2022 Survival Guide: The Three Things to Know About FIAs
Read morePlanning your retirement and finances for 2022? Doing your research about the best retirement solutions can be difficult. Heavy retirement jargon is often used…
Concerned about market volatility? Here’s one way to protect your retirement savings.
Read moreNow that we’ve entered a bear market for the first time since 2009, many pre-retirees are likely asking questions about the impact on their retirement savings.…
Recap: What happened to the retirement landscape in 2019?
Read moreAs 2019 comes to an end, it’s worth taking a moment to reflect back on what took place in the retirement landscape during the past 12 months and how it could a…
Does your financial plan hold up to scrutiny?
Read moreAs National Financial Planning Month, October serves as a good opportunity for an annual check-up on your financial health to ensure you’re on track to meet yo…
Planning a Generational Impact
Read moreEarlier this month, the United States celebrated Grandparent’s Day, which serves as a reminder to appreciate the hard work and dedication of generations before…
Take Charge of Your Future During Self-Improvement Month
Read moreAs both Self-Improvement Month and Self-Care Awareness Month, September serves as a strong reminder to take time out of our busy calendars and turn the spotlig…
Promoting Women’s Equality in Retirement Planning
Read moreSince 1971, the United States has celebrated Women’s Equality Day on August 26. Although the occasion originally commemorated the passage of the 19th amendment…
Financial Health Checklist
Read moreRetirement is a stage in life that should be looked forward to and celebrated. But to get there, you have to plan accordingly. Like learning a new skill, plann…
Father’s Day and the Gift of Retirement Readiness
Read moreOur executive director, Jim Poolman, shares his thoughts on fatherhood and retirement to celebrate Father's Day. This weekend, millions of dads around the worl…
10 Myths About Annuities You Shouldn’t Believe
Read moreWhile annuities have long been a viable retirement option, those new to retirement planning may discover a bit of misinformation about them. If you’re consider…
Two Tax Questions to Ask Yourself About Retirement Planning
Read moreTax Day is just around the corner, and now is a good time to review your financial habits and goals, particularly as they relate to retirement planning. This r…