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TDFs Popular with Female and Younger Investors
Target-date funds are the most popular asset allocation strategy, especially for women, according to data from MassMutual’s Retirement Services Division.
DIY Retirement Plan Investors Not Acting Optimally
Do-it-yourself (DIY) retirement plan investors are falling behind their peers in meeting certain objectives, suggests a study from Guardian Life Insurance Company of America.
How to Succeed with Millennial Clients
Members of Generation Y (also known as Millennials) are struggling to reach financial security, but that doesn’t mean financial services firms can afford to overlook them.
Adviser Credentials Key to Success, IMCA Says
Investors expect financial advisers to earn and maintain professional credentials beyond the minimum licensing requirements, according to research from the Investment Management Consultants Association (IMCA).
Work Will Be Ongoing Part of Boomers’ Lives
Work will be a part of Baby Boomers’ lives even into the retirement years, a survey finds.
Gen Y Taking Responsibility for Financial Future
Generation Y and Millennial workers are taking responsible actions for their financial future.
Generational Financial Health Gap Grows
The generational financial wellness gap is widening as younger workers struggle with debt and a lack of cash flow, according to a new survey from consulting firm PwC...
Men Trump Women in Savings Rates
Men have slight edge over women when it comes to saving at the recommended 10% rate, according to research from Wells Fargo, but people still fall short of...
New Models, Technology Challenge Tradition
Traditional broker/dealers are considering more direct, digitally enhanced advice models to meet competitive demands, according to a new analysis from research and analytics firm Cerulli Associates.
Different Generations, Different Savings Habits
A survey shows Millennials are not quite as committed to saving for the long term compared to their Generation X and Baby Boomer counterparts.
Accumulation Takes Back Seat to Income
The retirement industry has shifted its focus from accumulation to income in retirement, changing the way tools present readiness and income projection.
Millennial Debt, Savings Trend Down
Those in their early 20s carry just half the debt of those in their upper 20s, new analysis shows, but savings rates for both groups are decreasing.
Retirement Works Best as Family Affair
Involving family members in retirement planning brings peace of mind, according to a survey on how families approach future financial needs.
Personal Finance Important to Millennial Women
Millennial women show strong interest in personal finance but often lack the confidence to take action alone on investment decisions, a study shows.
Business Owners Report Optimism About Retirement
Merging the goals of personal and professional finances can improve a business owner’s chances of preparing adequately for retirement, a new report shows.
High Student Debt Spells Later Retirement
Growing levels of student loan debt could force today’s college graduates to retire more than a decade beyond the current average retirement age.
Largest Generation Lagging in Retirement Readiness
Describing Millennials as the “lost generation” when it comes to retirement planning, Financial Finesse has released its third annual report on the state of U.S. employee retirement preparedness.
Mobile Is the Way to Stay Social
Social networks are rising in popularity, and texting is so habitual that a majority think it’s OK to do so while on a date.