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.
Robinhood Retirement: IRA with 1% Match (No Employer Necessary)
Brokerage platform targets gig workers with its first retirement product
Vestwell Rolls Out ‘Significant Upgrades’ to Recordkeeping Platform
New York-based fintech says it has scaled its technology platform to five times greater efficiency than legacy platforms
Suze Orman: Raiding 401(k) for Emergencies a Big Mistake
The personal finance expert pushes for the expansion of emergency savings programs during a Bipartisan Policy Center webinar event also featuring Sens. Cory Booker and Todd Young
Only One 2022 Financial Concern Tops ‘Having Enough Income in Retirement’
Lincoln Financial Group research shows only inflation worries Americans more this year when it comes to their finances
The Standard Closes Deal to Acquire Securian’s Recordkeeping Biz
Business will operate under The Standard brand and include Securian Financial’s retirement solutions employees, management, client relationships and distribution networks
Sticking with Stocks: Retirement Savers in 2022
Latest ICI research shows 401k participants remain committed to their asset allocations
Self-Directed 401(k)s Take Another Hit in Q3
Charles Schwab report shows average balances down nearly 20% year-over-year while asset allocations and trading remain steady
Younger 401(k) Participants Favor Investment in Equities
Joint EBRI/ICI study finds younger investors much more comfortable holding a significant portion of savings in equities than older participants
SECURE 2.0 Could Improve Retirement Savings for 100 Million+ Americans: ARA
Saver’s Match, Starter K provisions credited with widely expanding savings opportunities
Young Investors Much Prefer Apps Over Websites: J.D. Power
New research finds apps essential to attract and retain younger investors; J.P. Morgan Wealth Management ranks highest in wealth management digital experience satisfaction