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 Plans Still Lag in Digital Experience: J.D. Power
Plus, the top rankings of retirement planning firms with the highest plan digital satisfaction
2025 Social Security COLA Falls Once Again
Both analyses from The Senior Citizens League and retired analyst Mary Johnson predict a 2.5% cost of living adjustment
Voya Buys OneAmerica’s Retirement Business
The agreement will increase Voya’s Wealth Solutions AUA to $580 billion
IRAs, Automatic Features, and Ongoing Participation Key to Successful Retirement
The analysis by Morningstar points to defined contribution plans and retirement planning features for a promising retirement
Investors Proactively Managing Retirement Savings
More are also taking interest in lifetime income options, notes Nationwide's new Protected Retirement survey
Presidential Election, Interest Rates Top Investor Concerns for Next Decade
Investors in the Janus Henderson report also cited concerns over inflation, stock market performance, and the possibility of a recession
Vanguard Lowers Minimum for Robo-Advisory Service
The reduction comes as Vanguard's increases its investment in the robo-advisor service
Nationwide and Peyton Manning Spotlight Financial Services in Latest Campaign
The new ad campaign centers Nationwide's financial and retirement planning services
Corporate Roundup: Alera Group Buys Advanced Capital Group, NewRetirement Becomes Boldin
This week, Alera Group acquires $24B Advanced Capital Group, NewRetirement changes its name to Boldin, and more
Employers Key in Helping Workers Navigate Economic Pressures
Employees express regrets over their retirement savings decisions, but a survey by Human Interest shows how employers can help rectify them