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Next year, as many as one in eight retirees ages 65 to 85 said they are likely to do so, according to results of a poll published this week by Resume Builder. The leading reason they cited for that is financial (70 percent), with increases in the cost of living outpacing their savings. The next most common reason was combatting boredom, cited by 42 percent. Still, nearly 80 percent said they were at least somewhat enthusiastic about returning to work. “There are so many different reasons why people go back [to work] and what the benefits are,” said Dr. Carolyn McClanahan, founder of Life Planning Partners Inc. As phased retirement and "unretirement" become normal, working past the traditional retirement age of 65 helps with finances and can help slow cognitive decline are among the reasons Emile Hallez writes about in his article for InvestmentNews: https://lnkd.in/gidHEmZh #rtw #wfh #lifeplanning #retirement

Overall, economists are anticipating that CPI inflation rose 0.2% in August, according to FactSet’s consensus estimates. That would be in line with July’s 0.2% increase and would bring the annual inflation rate down to 2.6% from 2.9%. They expect core CPI inflation, which excludes food and energy prices, to increase 0.2% in August and 3.2% on an annual basis. Sarah Hansen writing for Morningstar provides these details and more in her latest article: August CPI Report Highlights CPI report release date and time: Wednesday, Sept. 11, at 8:30 a.m. ETD The CPI is forecast to rise 0.2% in August after rising the same amount in July Core CPI is forecast to rise 0.2% in August after rising the same amount in July The CPI year over year is forecast to rise 2.6% in August after rising 2.9% in July Core CPI year over year is forecast to rise 3.2% in August after rising the same amount in July https://lnkd.in/gF9KwTXF #cpi #consumers #prices #inflation #interestrates

The Conference Board's Consumer Confidence Index® hit a six-month high in August writes Jennifer Nash in VettaFi Advisor Perspectives. The index rose to 103.3 this month from July's upwardly revised 101.9. This month's reading was better than expected, exceeding the 100.9 forecast. The Present Situation Index, which is based on consumers' assessment of current business and labor market conditions, increased to 134.4 from 133.1 in July. Meanwhile, the Expectations Index, which is based on consumers' short-term outlook for income, business, and labor market conditions, rose to 82.5 from 81.1 in July. Note that a level of 80 or below for the Expectations Index historically signals a recession within the next year. Additional details can be found here: https://lnkd.in/ghwcGJjy #consumer #consumerconfidence #markets #inflation

Artificial intelligence is playing an increasingly important role in employer-sponsored retirement plans, used by everyone from asset managers to recordkeepers to financial wellness providers. But with evolution also comes risks, from bad inputs to cybersecurity concerns. When operating under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, the same processes and evaluations must be in place as they would be for other plan design and investment decisions, according to Michael Abbott, a partner in Foley & Lardner LLP who works with ERISA plan fiduciary clients. “We are still in an environment where going through the procedural prudence and process matters,” Abbott says. “Just relying on an AI-generated output is probably not going to get you where you need to be in terms of satisfying ERISA requirements.” In a post concerning the use of AI and 401(k) fiduciary and investment committees, Abbott and colleague Aaron Tantleff, also a partner in Foley & Lardner, laid out a variety of ways AI is being used in financial services. Details can be found here: https://lnkd.in/gxT2FYJZ #ai #artificialintelligence #fiduciary #generativeai

Are you relying solely on Social Security for retirement? That could be a big mistake. This eye-opening article from The Motley Fool explains why depending on Social Security alone may not be enough to sustain your retirement lifestyle. It’s crucial to diversify your retirement income sources to ensure financial security. Learn about the potential pitfalls and how to better prepare for the future. https://lnkd.in/gdSb8W_t #RetirementPlanning #SocialSecurity #FinancialSecurity #DiversifyIncome #RetirementGoals #SmartInvesting

Teaching teens how to plan financially for their future is one of the best gifts we can give them. This article from The Daniel Island News outlines 6 essential steps to help teens build a strong financial foundation. From budgeting basics to understanding credit, these tips can set them up for long-term success. Whether you're a parent, educator, or mentor, this is a must-read to help the next generation become financially savvy. https://lnkd.in/gcFrf-Vx #FinancialEducation #TeensAndMoney #FuturePlanning #FinancialLiteracy #SmartMoney #YouthEmpowerment

Summer's stock market sell-off in early August scared some into asking themselves: Many retirement plan participants are asking: Should I start bailing on my 401(k) now? Susan Tompor, Columnist at the Detroit Free Press writes that we're not looking at anything close to a major meltdown here. But several market watchers warn that we could see more volatility for the stock market — including some unsettling sell-offs — in the weeks ahead since we're dealing with what could be a close presidential election in November, added fears about the possibility of a recession ahead, and more concern about when the Federal Reserve will start cutting interest rates. You can see her response here: https://lnkd.in/g982XMaG #401k #planparticipants #hr #humanresources #volatility

According to a new survey by J.P. Morgan, participants are expressing concern about securing reliable retirement income sources and welcome (and expect) help from their plans to address the challenge. The firm’s seventh Defined Contribution Plan Participant Survey finds that nearly 8 out of 10 (77%) participants said they were “very or somewhat” concerned about creating a steady income stream in retirement that will last their lifetimes, and many do not know how much they need to save to do so. Participants concerned about outliving their savings were much more likely to be concerned about this, at 90% versus 49%. Those with incomes below $170,000 were more apt to be very concerned, at 42% versus 21% of those with incomes at or above that level. Ted Godbout writing for National Association of Plan Advisors provides additional details here: https://lnkd.in/gDgehX66 #employees #hr #humanresources #plansponsors

401(k)s continue to dominate U.S. workers’ retirement income plans, but adviser assistance may improve their confidence in managing the drawdown, according to new surveys from Charles Schwab and J.P. Morgan Asset Management. Employees anticipate that their 401(k) will become their main source of retirement income in the future, with Social Security benefits becoming less reliable, according to the “2024 401(k) Participant Study” released by Schwab on Wednesday. Respondents expected 43% of their retirement income to come from a 401(k), compared with 40% last year. Meanwhile, of respondents expected Social Security to make up 16% of their retirement income on average, down from 20% who said the same last year. Additionally, workers who are at least 11 years from retirement are much less likely to rely on Social Security than workers within 10 years from retirement. Additional insights from the study can be found here in this PLANADVISER article here: https://lnkd.in/gW8G9e-A #retirement #plansponsors #employeewellbeing #employeebenefits

A recent Fortune article written by Jasmine Renae Ball, MSW, CFP ®, ABFP™, CRC of Bamboo Financial Partners, highlights Tulsa, Oklahoma, as a top retirement destination. Here’s why: 🏡 Affordable Homeownership: Lower home prices compared to cities like Los Angeles. 🌳 Quality of Life: Relaxed lifestyle with beautiful parks and a strong community. 💼 Work-Life Balance: Ample opportunities for part-time work without big-city stress. 💡 Financial Success: Lower cost of living helps stretch your retirement savings. Discover why more retirees are choosing #Tulsa. https://lnkd.in/gKCRvUti #moving #relocating #relocation #retirement #retirementsavings