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
Opportunity for mass market financial planning shops that charge a fee.
With deferred-income annuity, insurer jumps into a small but rapidly growing product category.
In the wake of an IRS ruling and the Supreme Court’s repeal of a key provision of the…
Ripple effect could be felt, making advice business 'a healthier place.'
In a few states, the Hartford has informed some clients they can keep their existing investment options. Which ones? Darla Mercado has the details.
Regulators are worried that life insurers are taking advantage of vague variable annuity contract language and are doing something about it. Darla Mercado explains.
Defined as spouses for benefits; based on where married, not where living.
Labor Dept. ruling a boost for employers, retirement plan sponsors, 401(k) service providers.
Filing joint returns could make it easier to inherit money tax-free
Health insurance exchanges are drawing enthusiasm and consternation from advisers. Darla Mercado sorts out the confusion. (Plus: All you need to know about the new health care laws)
