Three Common Mistakes to Avoid At Any Age When Saving For Retirement
Read moreThis May we are celebrating Older Americans Month and the 2018 theme of Engage at Every Age teaches us that age is not a factor when it comes to taking part in…
Financial Certainty in Retirement is Possible. Executive Director Jim Poolman Shares Simple Steps to Take in Forbes Article.
Read moreNot sure financial certainty in retirement is possible? You’re not alone in these feelings.In a new article published by Forbes, the IALC’s Executive Director,…
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…
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.
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…
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…
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…
A Special Note to Women: Part 1
Read moreWhile we all face risk with our retirement income, overall, women are subject to more financial risks than men, especially in their later years. Women have sev…