How much do you want the federal government involved in your retirement savings? Steve discusses a recent survey showing how the majority of people want to either keep individual control of their retirement savings, or save for retirement through an employer sponsored plan. He details the reasons government involvement should be limited to social security.
Next, Steve talks about the fastest growing portion of the population who are getting divorced, those in or nearing retirement. Since the 1990’s, divorce in the 50+ age group has doubled, and for those over 65, the divorce rate has tripled. Steve analyzes the trend with a focus on how late-life divorce impacts financial security in retirement.
Then, Steve discusses a recent article published in a medical journal that says your financial health is important enough to be viewed as one of your vital signs. The article documents the relationship between your wealth and your health. Learn how big financial losses can impact your physical health and what you can do to protect yourself.
And finally, Steve helps investors put stock market volatility in perspective with a detailed look at the latest information posted to the resources section of our website called "First Quarter 2018 Knowledge College: Volatility in Perspective." You can listen to the segment, then view further information online at www.cfnplan.com.