Darla Mercado writes about retirement issues and products, including taxes, annuities and 401(k) plans. She welcomes feedback and tips from readers on interesting topics. Outside of the newsroom, Darla spends her time inline skating, biking, running and swimming. She Tweets at: @Darla_Mercado
“American Top 40” host Casey Kasem's disappearance has been resolved, but advisers have plenty to learn from the bitter family feud that's emerged over the radio legend's care in old age.
Regulatory filings reveal new living benefits, investment-focused annuities or exchange offers for existing clients.
Decisions to moderate sales volume in recent years has caused changes for the bigger players
2013's tax changes will likely prompt advisers to keep a closer watch on their clients' tax strategies.
The benefits of charitable trusts vary — particularly when it comes to interest rate environments.
2 tips for reducing or managing college debt: Remember that monthly cash flow is king, and seek out programs to help you repay.
Tool will enable IRI member firms to project how much retirees will spend on health care.
As deadline for federal insurance looms, advisers report mixed results
Investors on a panel at an InvestmentNews retirement income conference said they value the expertise of advisers, especially as they get close to or enter retirement
Popular products promise guaranteed 2% interest – beating returns for certificates of deposit
