Lynn Brackpool Giles was a contributing editor to 401(k) Specialist. Lynn currently is a contributing writer for ALM Media, LLC and is also self employed as a communications consultant.
Lynn is former Managing Director of Communications and Consumer Services for the Financial Planning Association (FPA), where she oversaw all corporate, legislative and consumer communications. In her current journalistic practice, she is a frequent contributor to numerous financial services industry publications.
MFS Enhances Collective Investment Trust Line
Global investment firm MFS is enhancing key aspects of its collective investment trust (CIT) line to better meet…
Brighter Days Ahead as Financial Impact of COVID-19 Recedes
As the financial stressors from the pandemic fade, Americans are feeling increasingly optimistic but are still harboring concerns…
Americans Struggle to Understand Social Security
Even those who are currently receiving Social Security benefits don’t understand the program’s basics
Senator Touts Bitcoin as a Retirement Investment
The senator’s remarks mirror other vocal supporters of bitcoin
Many Public Workers Underserved by Retirement Plans
Retirement inequity impacts short- and mid-term public workers, leaving many without adequate retirement income security.
Nearly Half of Workers Unsure When They Will Claim Social Security
Americans appear to be conflicted when it comes to collecting Social Security while many are also struggling to…
Investment Return Expectations Exceed Pre-Pandemic Levels
A new survey says that U.S. investors may have unrealistic views on future investment returns. Here's why.
Vast Majority of Americans Believe Retirement Security is a Problem
A new report from policy and advocacy organization Economic Innovation Group (EIG) surveyed American voters and found that…
Post-COVID, Retirees Feel Optimistic, Have a Sense of Purpose
After a tumultuous year upended the lives of countless Americans, a new study finds that the pandemic experience…
The NeverEnding Story—Reg BI and the Latest Fiduciary Folly
Progress on the fiduciary rule has often looked like two steps forward, one step back (or vice versa).…