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Resources for financial professionals

Our insights and resources support your conversations with clients as you help them prepare for retirement with a comprehensive financial plan.

Hispanic Americans may move to reduce the risk of extreme weather

Hispanic Americans have higher levels of anxiety about the rising costs, financial losses, or even health effects from extreme weather.

Black Americans may underestimate the risk of extreme weather on their financial future

Even though Black/African Americans are likely to experience the effects of extreme weather, few have discussed this risk with a financial professional.

Asian Americans may need to protect their rainy day funds from extreme weather

Asian Americans are more likely to be saving to address rising costs related to extreme weather events or natural disasters in the future.

Divorced clients can get spousal Social Security benefits

If divorce has affected your client’s retirement plan, claiming a spousal benefit could offer them greater Social Security income during retirement.

Why Americans may not retire when they think – and it might not be their choice

Retiring earlier than planned presents risk by potentially depleting a client’s assets prematurely.

5 reasons for financial professionals to call their clients right now

Feeling financially confident has become increasingly challenging for Americans, and many could benefit from the advice of a financial professional.

How to help clients balance debt and retirement savings

Conversation starters that can help mitigate the risk that debt can pose to their financial future.

3 reasons to talk to your clients about the weather

Extreme weather can erode your clients’ wealth – just like inflation and rising health care costs. Here are reasons to talk about it.

How to help clients prepare for a longer-lasting retirement

Most people would like to live a long life and enjoy a lengthy retirement. Yet, a long life can pose risks to retirement.

What keeps women up at night?

Fear of outliving retirement funds is a big concern among women. How can you help female clients feel more confident in their financial future?

3 retirement income concerns for underprepared clients

Help these clients create a strategic income strategy that will provide enough income while being sensitive to market risks.

5 annuity strategies for retirement planning

Five strategies show the potential power of annuities: income tax deferral, complementing an investment strategy, improving retirement outcomes, income tax hedge, and lifetime income.

4 ways to help clients fight inflation

The more strategies to address the risk of inflation incorporated into a holistic financial strategy, the greater the chance of success in retirement.

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Creating tailored financial strategies for small-business owners in niche markets

Understanding their concerns and challenges can aid in helping clients make a plan.
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How to help clients make a plan for selling or gifting their small business

A successful shift in ownership requires rigorous succession planning.