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.
Corporate Roundup: Vanguard Leadership Changes, Ascensus Team Expansions
Vanguard appoints new head to Financial Advisor Services division, Ascensus adds new members to its Retirement Distribution team, and more
Disney-Style Retirement Living Coming to North Carolina in 2027
Second “Storyliving by Disney” retirement community in early stages of planning
Caregivers Look to Employers for Financial Wellbeing
The report by EBRI advises employers to consider how caregivers engage with their financial wellness offerings
Participant Demand, Auto-Features Among Top Predictions for Retirement Income
The IRIC predicts growing interest, customized solutions, and more in retirement income for 2024
Leading 2024 Trends Facing Financial Advisors
A new report by Envestnet forecasts the latest trends for the financial advisory industry in the coming year
Financial Advisors May Influence How Participants Think About Annuities
The Center for Retirement Research at Boston College analyzes how advice impacts annuity usage
SECURE 2.0, Managed Accounts, and More: Top 2024 Trends
A HUB report forecasts the upcoming trends impacting the retirement industry in 2024
Financial Savings Strategies Among Leading Resolutions for 2024
Allianz Life data finds more U.S. workers are wanting to manage their money better or save more in the new year
How Different Demographics Tackle Retirement Readiness
Latest research from TCRS highlights disparities that diverse groups face in preparing and saving for retirement
Higher 401(k) Contribution Limits Could Impact 2024 Retirement Planning
With changes coming to 401(k) contribution limits in 2024, we take a look at how the adjustments will influence retirement savings