Every year in April, income taxes take center stage. While taxes may be unavoidable for most Americans, some financial products and investments—including annuities—may be more tax-advantaged than others.

Every year in April, income taxes take center stage. While taxes may be unavoidable for most Americans, some financial products and investments—including annuities—may be more tax-advantaged than others.

Every year in April, income taxes take center stage. While taxes may be unavoidable for most Americans, some financial products and investments—including annuities—may be more tax-advantaged than others.

Annuities can help solve a variety of financial needs, including guaranteed income in retirement. But they can also be complicated, and there are different types to choose from. If you’re thinking about retirement, here are some basic facts about annuities to help you get started.

Many retirees rely on bonds for a portion of their income, but as the Wall Street Journal explains, income annuities may provide more spending power. See if it makes sense to sell some bonds and purchase lifetime-income producing annuities instead.

As a part of the physical aging process, seniors may experience natural cognitive decline that affects their reasoning ability and decision-making skills. This makes them especially vulnerable to fraud or other forms of abuse. Here are some signs it may be happening to a loved one.

You may have heard that you shouldn’t dip into a retirement savings account too early. But did you know you may be penalized for dipping into it too late? Find out what you must withdraw.

Medicare provides important health coverage for seniors, but it also has many options, rules and deadlines that can be confusing. Give yourself plenty of time to learn about it before you enroll, and be sure to keep these five things in mind.

Like other types of insurance, you’ll pay monthly premiums for Medicare in retirement. But two things could cause you to pay even more each month—enrolling too late and earning too much. See why it’s important to plan ahead.

Life insurance is an important financial tool for protecting your loved ones, but myths and misconceptions about costs and eligibility may prevent people from pursuing their options. Here are five myths about life insurance costs and coverage so you know what to expect.

Amid the custody issues, dividing of assets, and adjusting to a new life, sorting out life insurance after a divorce may not be top-of-mind. But it is important to think about, particularly for couples with children. Here are some life insurance considerations during and after a divorce.

It’s normal to feel anxious and worried during a pandemic. Here are five tips that will help you cope with the demands of balancing responsibilities at home and work.

Creating and managing a budget is always helpful, but especially during a pandemic. Learn how to get started with these easy steps.

Job losses are among the many unfortunate side-effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. If your only life insurance coverage is provided by your employer, now might be an appropriate time to make sure you stay covered if your employment situation changes. Here are some important questions to consider if you’re exploring other options for coverage.

As the COVID-19 pandemic stretches on, many working parents feeling stretched as well. Fortunately, employer-sponsored benefits may be available to help deal with the stress, anxiety and emotional health needs of the coronavirus era. Here are some frequently offered options that can provide some relief.