New Year’s Resolution for 2018: Become a Master of Retirement
Read moreWith the new year around the corner, have you started making a list of 2018 resolutions? No matter your answer, the IALC suggests adding one to your list: beco…
AT WHAT AGE SHOULD YOU PURCHASE AN INDEXED ANNUITY?
Read moreThe great thing about fixed indexed annuities is that they are a reliable retirement planning vehicle appropriate for people in a variety of life stages. Howev…
PART THREE – MYTH VS. FACT: The Path to Financial Diversity
Read moreIt’s hard to achieve financial diversity when you’re unsure of the tools available to you or confused by the variety of options – mutual funds, Certificate of …
Part Two – Myth vs. Fact: Lack of Portfolio Diversity Puts Retirement At Risk
Read moreWhile the stock market continues to perform well, everyone remembers the down turn in 2008. In order to protect yourself and your finances from these market sw…
New Data: Extreme Lack of Diversification Could Add to Retirement Crisis
Read moreThe retirement crisis has become a topic of conversation in the United States, and while its actualization is still widely debated, there is no doubt Americans…
Top 3 Things to Ask Your Financial Professional
Read moreKnowing how much and where to save your money is essential to leading a financially secure life. However, wrapping your head around the multitude of retirement…
The 5 W’s of a Successful Retirement
Read moreThere’s no better time than today to develop your retirement plan and consider options that may be suitable for your future. Fixed indexed annuities (FIAs) can…
3 Simple Ways to Save for Retirement
Read moreSummer is here, and the future is brighter than ever. If you are busy planning, saving and budgeting for a summer vacation, use these tips to make the most out…
The Top 5 FIA Articles from 2016
Read more2016 was another great year for Fixed Indexed Annuities (FIAs). In fact, several quarters saw record-breaking sales as consumers recognize the benefits and bal…
Teacher’s Retirement Q&A w/ IALC Expert
Read moreWith the new school year in full swing, it’s a good time for teachers to revisit their own long-term plan and consider preparation for when they are no longer …
Q&A with Retirement Expert Tom Hegna
Read moreWe recently interviewed retirement expert, Tom Hegna, and asked him some of the most commonly posed retirement questions. Here’s what he had to say.
New Data Shows Baby Boomers Have a Low Retirement IQ
Read moreWhile many Americans believe they’re retirement savvy, the average baby boomer has trouble answering even simple retirement questions. New survey data shows fo…
Watch Out For These Retirement Pitfalls
Read moreWhen it comes to retirement planning, one of the most important things you can do is to make sure you’re creating a portfolio that will provide you with lifeti…
Everything You Need To Know About FIAs
Read moreIn 2015, Fixed Index Annuities (FIAs) saw record-breaking sales, an increase of 13% just since 2014, according to the LIMRA Secure Retirement Institute’s fourt…
Brexit and Your Financial Future: Top 5 Articles to Read
Read moreThe world continues to watch closely as the consequences of Brexit—Britain’s recent decision to separate from the European Union—unfolds. Financial markets in …
Panic Grows About Living Too Long, Without Enough Money to Actually Live
Read moreImagine fearing life more than death. That’s a reality many Americans face as nearly 50 percent of Americans are afraid of outliving their income or their inab…
4 Retirement Questions Job Seekers Should Ask
Read moreToo often when reviewing a job offer, we focus just on the salary or the number of vacation days. However, it’s important to evaluate the entire offer package …
How to Weather the Storm in Volatile Markets: Takeaways from IALC’s Event
Read moreOn April 20th, the IALC hosted a panel event in DC, “Weathering the Storm: Navigating Volatile Markets,” aimed at facilitating discussion about savings and fin…