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New retirement savings initiatives are spreading across the country, with Hawaii coming up next.

New retirement savings initiatives are spreading across the country, with Hawaii coming up next.

Philadelphia Introduces First City-Sponsored Retirement Plan Philadelphia has launched what is being described as the nation’s first city-sponsored retirement program for employees whose employers lack such benefits. This initiative, called the PhillySaves program, was approved by voters on Tuesday through amendments to the city charter. It mandates that employers without retirement options enroll their workers […]

Confident, hopeful, understanding: How a retirement company tailored its image for Gen Z

Confident, hopeful, understanding: How a retirement company tailored its image for Gen Z

Revamping a 200-Year-Old Financial Brand What does it take for a 200-year-old financial institution to stay relevant to a generation that’s not even thinking about retirement? This was the challenge faced by Conran Design Group when they embarked on transforming the pension and superannuation company, Standard Life. Recently gaining recognition as a master brand under […]

New York state budget is said to improve retirement benefits for certain workers

New York state budget is said to improve retirement benefits for certain workers

New York’s State Budget Boosts Retirement Benefits ALBANY — New York’s new state budget is set to enhance retirement benefits for public employees hired after 2012. Teachers will now be able to retire at 58, while other workers will see a reduction in their pension contributions, as indicated by officials from the Hochul administration. Additionally, […]

Philadelphia voters consent to the nation’s first city-operated retirement savings initiative.

Philadelphia voters consent to the nation's first city-operated retirement savings initiative.

Philadelphia Initiates City-Run Retirement Savings Program Philadelphia voters recently approved a landmark measure to establish the country’s first city-operated savings initiative aimed at workers without retirement benefits. The program, dubbed PhillySaves, enables private-sector employees whose employers lack retirement plans, like 401(k)s, to enroll automatically in an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) managed by the city. Importantly, […]

After paying an insurance company $99,000 to secure lifetime retirement income, it failed.

After paying an insurance company $99,000 to secure lifetime retirement income, it failed.

Policyholder Faces Financial Uncertainty When Annie Benjamin put $99,000 into an annuity a decade ago, she had faith that her insurance company would secure her retirement income. She also expected regulators to ensure that insurance providers could fulfill their promises. Unfortunately, her trust turned out to be misplaced. PHL Variable Insurance Co., a life insurance […]

Research shows the amount needed for retirement in every US state

Research shows the amount needed for retirement in every US state

Affordability issues seem to be affecting Americans across different age groups, but retirees on fixed incomes are especially feeling the pressure. The location where they choose to spend their retirement years plays a significant role in their comfort level. A study by MoneyLion examined the average spending patterns of retiree households nationwide, figuring out how […]

Revealed: The most and least affordable states for retirement

Retirement savings limits for 2026 rise as contributions for 401k and IRA are increased.

New Insights on Retirement Costs in the U.S. Nick Nefos, BlackRock’s Global Head of Retirement Solutions, recently shared plans to enhance retirement investment options during an appearance on Varney & Co. Affordability continues to weigh heavily on Americans of all ages, but retirees on fixed incomes are particularly feeling the pinch. Where individuals choose to […]

Is It Possible to Have a Comfortable Retirement with $750,000 in Savings?

Is It Possible to Have a Comfortable Retirement with $750,000 in Savings?

Planning for Retirement: What Do You Really Need? Achieving financial stability during retirement should ideally be everyone’s biggest priority. The so-called golden years are meant for relaxation, not worrying about how to manage your expenses. Although this sounds straightforward, reaching that goal can be quite challenging as you navigate your career and save for the […]