With more than 20 years serving financial markets, John Sullivan is the former editor-in-chief of 401(k) Specialist and Investment Advisor magazine and retirement editor of ThinkAdvisor.com. Sullivan is also the former editor of Boomer Market Advisor and Bank Advisor magazines, and has a background in the insurance and investment industries in addition to his journalism roots. Experienced financial services content executive specializing in creative new media delivery. He joined the American Retirement Association in 2023 as Chief Content Officer, overseeing communications for the organization, as well as its sister organizations.
Even Affluent Americans Have This Retirement Worry
The richies are worried about the cost of care in retirement, and how it will affect their overall…
Two Major 401(k) Firms Announce Target Date Deal
Fresh on the heels of its Legg Mason news, MassMutual announced another alignment with a major 401(k) firm,…
5 States Where it’s Hardest to Save for Retirement
Longer lifespans mean most advisors recommend $1 million (at a minimum) saved for retirement. Sounds great—but how realistic…
Another State-Run Scheme to Fleece Worker 401(k)s?
Illinois Secure Choice helps workers save for retirement while aiming to reduce reliance on food stamps and Medicaid.
Health Savings Accounts—Separating Help from Hype
HSAs are proving themselves to be an effective way to save for the single largest expense in retirement—health…
Global Survey Finds Americans Have Greatest Retirement Income Delusions
People globally expect to spend an average of 34 percent of their retirement income on basic living expenses,…
Asset Management Fees’ Race to the Bottom Accelerates
Forget asset management, asset allocation advice might be the revenue generator moving forward. The ongoing fight for low(er)…
July 2018 Top Advisor By Participant Outcomes (TAPO)
Get ‘Er Done July being a time to celebrate the nation’s independence, it’s appropriate to include a well-known…
Average 401(k) Deferral Rates Skyrocket
Market appreciation and an increase in default deferral rates sent participant account balances soaring in 2017. T. Rowe…
Shock (Not)! 401k Participants Need Help With ‘Decumulation’ Strategies
Recent research highlights participant perspectives on the topic of decumulation, and reveals that many need guidance with what…