Veteran financial services industry journalist Brian Anderson joined 401(k) Specialist as Managing Editor in January 2019. He has led editorial content for a variety of well-known properties including Insurance Forums, Life Insurance Selling, National Underwriter Life & Health, and Senior Market Advisor. He has always maintained a focus on providing readers with timely, useful information intended to help them build their business.
Sea Change: Global DC Assets Exceed DB Assets for First Time
Defined contribution (DC) assets account for over 50 percent of total assets across the world’s seven largest pension…
How ‘Alphabeticity Bias’ in 401(k)s Hurts Outcomes
Research shows 401(k) alphabeticity bias leads to higher allocations for early-listed funds, affecting retirement investment choices.
Americans Very Confident in 401(k) Plans – and Say ‘Hands Off’ to Feds
Explore 401(k) retirement savings confidence as most Americans value control, tax perks, and oppose federal changes.
Good Wills: Why 401(k) Participants Need a Plan in Place
Legacy planning over 50 ensures peace of mind, reduces family burden, and secures your wishes for health, finances, and memories.
BlackRock’s Kapito: ‘You Can’t Invest For the Future In the Future’
BlackRock’s annual Global Investor Pulse Survey got a nice consumer “awareness” boost with a segment featuring president Rob…
GAO: U.S. Should Re-Evaluate Retirement Financing
Nation’s retirement system needs comprehensive evaluation to better promote future retirement security and stave off potential insolvencies.
How Americans fail at protecting their family’s financial future
Advisors are great at encouraging consumers to save for retirement, but they often neglect talking about life insurance…
Let It Be: Options to Leave Assets in 401(k)s Expand
Discover why retirees keep assets in 401(k) plans over IRAs. Learn insights on health, savings, and retirement planning strategies.
Employees Hungry for 401k-Like Plans to Tackle Student Loan Debt
College is known for creating hangovers, but few are more painful than the financial ones caused by student…
Top 5 Most Trusted Financial Firms
Increasing customer loyalty is the surest road to bigger profits for financial services brands, according to the latest…