Obama’s latest retirement rescue plan: Annuities
from CNN Money Personal Finance
The Obama administration proposed new rules Thursday to help retirees make their savings last throughout their lifetime — by investing in annuities.
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Will $4 million in retirement savings be enough?
from CNN Money Personal Finance
I hope to have $4 million saved by the time I retire in 30 years. That sounds like a lot of money, but how much would that be in today’s dollars? — Brian
Will $4 million in retirement savings be enough?
from CNN Money Retirement
I hope to have $4 million saved by the time I retire in 30 years. That sounds like a lot of money, but how much would that be in today’s dollars? — Brian
Personal Finance Daily: How to figure out 401(k) disclosures
from Moneywatch Personal Finance
Under a new regulation, sponsors of retirement plans will be required this year to disclose details about plan features, investment options and fees to participants, beneficiaries and even workers who are eligible to participate in a plan but don’t. Here’s how to figure it out. [...]
Andrea Coombes’ Ways and Means: New rules to bring annuities to 401(k)s, IRAs
from Moneywatch Personal Finance
The Obama administration on Thursday proposed new rules aimed at encouraging retirement savers to tap annuities and other products that allow them to turn their savings into a guaranteed monthly income for life.
Challenger: Job cuts increased in January
from CNN Money Personal Finance
The U.S. job market stumbled out of the gates in 2012 — at least according to one report.
Don’t Delay Investing For Long
from Dave Ramsey News
Troy and his wife want to know if they should invest while saving for the 100% down plan on a home. Dave thinks that depends on how long it will take to save the money for a home.
Robert Powell: Unraveling the mystery of 401(k) disclosures
from Moneywatch Personal Finance
Under a new Labor Department regulation that goes into effect this year, sponsors of retirement plans will be required to disclose detailed information about plan features, investment options, and fees and expenses to participants, beneficiaries, and even workers who are eligible to participate in a plan but don’t. [...]
Introducing the Mint.com App for Android Tablets
from MintLife Personal Finance News & Advice
Managing your money on the go is now even easier with the Mint.com app for Android tablets. Whether you like budgeting in your pajamas or tracking your spending habits while relaxing on your couch, this free app brings the award-winning features of Mint.com to the convenience of your tablet. [...]
What a Falling Euro Means for International Travel
from MintLife Personal Finance News & Advice
Bad economic news in Europe can mean good news for everyone else who wants to take a European vacation. If the drop in the Euro has you itching to take a Transatlantic trip, here are some things to consider before you head across the pond.