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 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…
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…
Retirement Savings Resolutions for the New Year
Read moreWhile getting your health into shape tops many Americans’ New Year’s resolution list, getting your finances in shape should be another goal you make in the New…
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.
Up Your Retirement IQ with These 3 Tips
Read moreIn order to guarantee a secure and relaxing retirement, staying informed and educated is crucial—and it is not as intimidating as people think. Here are 3 (sim…
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…
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…
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 …
Why You Should Consider A FIA
Read moreIn the past, some consumers looked at Fixed Indexed Annuities, or FIAs, as “overcomplicated products,” that over-promised and under-delivered. That’s no longer…
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…
4 Ways to Save For Retirement While Paying Off Student Loans
Read moreWhile it can be tempting to simply pay off your college debt and skip saving for a retirement several decades away, prioritizing paying off college loans can e…
3 Simple Mistakes People Make When Saving for Retirement
Read moreWith the recent market volatility, those saving for retirement may be becoming more and more nervous about the stability and security of their retirement savin…
The Top Three FIA Articles from 2015
Read more2015 was a big year for Fixed Indexed Annuities (FIAs). From FIAs having their highest sales to-date to millennials displaying an increasing interest in the pr…
Giving the Gift of Security
Read moreAs we spend more time with loved ones over the coming weeks, it’s worthwhile to take some time and consider whether the family members and friends who are begi…
7 Retirement Tips for National Save for Retirement Week
Read moreIn honor of National Save for Retirement Week, check out these 7 tips to make planning for retirement easier.