Amanda Umpierrez is the Managing Editor of 401(k) Specialist magazine. She is a financial services reporter with nearly a decade of experience and a passion for telling stories and reporting news. She is originally from Queens, New York, but now resides in Denver, Colorado.
Retirement Roundup: Voya and Vestwell Moves; User Experience Award Winners
Voya and Vestwell announce new additions to teams and Corporate Insight names winners in its annual awards for several categories
Over 80% of Americans Halted or Withdrew from Retirement Savings in 2022
Half of U.S. adults paused saving for retirement, and more than 30% withdrew from their retirement savings last year, finds U.S. News & World Report
Despite Remaining Optimistic, Advisors Report Fears Over Inflation and Investment Returns
Even though financial advisors remain optimistic, Ubiquity Retirement + Savings finds many report concerns over inflation and poor investment returns
Americans Remain Confident in Retirement Savings, Despite Market Uncertainty
A new State Street Global Advisors study found over half of American workers expect to fully retire at some point
Inflation and Supply Chain Issues Trouble Retirement Planning for Business Owners
As Americans continue to grapple with inflation and supply chain problems, TD Wealth data shows retirement planning is being impacted
Inflation Continues to Derail Women’s Retirement Savings in 2023
A Nationwide Retirement Institute survey finds inflation is still targeting women's finances and retirement security
Vestwell Partners with Carson Group on SMB 401(k) Offering
The program will includes features dedicated to SMBs from both entities
Charles Schwab Updates Target Date Solutions for 2023
The organization announced some of the latest changes to its Schwab Target Date Solutions
A Guide Dedicated to Those Excited for SECURE 2.0, But Don’t Know Where to Start
The provisions behind the legislation can be difficult to navigate for financial advisors, but resources and guides can help clear the details
Corporate Roundup: Prime Capital Partners with Earth Equity Advisors, OneDigital and Empower Add Industry Experts
Prime Capital Investment Advisors announces partnership with Earth Equity Advisors and OneDigital and Empower add new experts to their teams