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04/14/2022

Are you one of the many retirees that overlook their digital assets while estate planning? Learn why digital assets are so important and how to protect them.

If you’re getting everything in order for retirement, you’ve probably given a lot of thought to your possessions. Most likely, you have made a list of Don’t overlook your digital assets as you plan for retirement. Here’s your guide to estate planning for digital assets and why this is so imp...

04/14/2022

Being a caregiver for a loved one often means managing finances in addition to physical and mental well-being. If your loved one needs help managing aspects of their financial life, here's how you can help:

Being a financial caregiver for family is, in many ways, a blessing. Here's what you need to know to get started.

04/14/2022

Do you ever wonder if Social Security will last throughout your whole retirement? If so, you aren't alone. The Center for a Secure Retirement lets you know if the end of Social Security is a myth or a fact plus offer ways to make informed decisions as you plan for your future:

Will Social Security run out before your retirement? Or is that just another of those retirement myths? Here's what you need to know.

04/14/2022

Easter is approaching, and we have eggs on the mind: chocolate eggs, dyed eggs and NEST EGGS! Check out our blog for steps you can take to help protect your nest egg in retirement:

You’re working hard to create a nest egg to live off of during retirement—but is it enough? There are ways you can help extend the life of your nest egg..

04/14/2022

Annuities: Valuable investment vehicles during your retirement. Learn when one is right for you at our blog here:

What is an annuity? Annuity is a general term for a group of insurance products that pay income over time after you contribute a lump sum or periodic For many people, annuities can remove the stress and worry of retirement by providing a safety net of guaranteed income. Is an annuity right for you?

04/14/2022

Working from home options have never been more possible due to the Covid-19 pandemic. With inflation on the rise, learn how to generate income in retirement with flexible work options:

If you’ve been paying close attention to the news lately, you’ll see that most U.S. households are facing an approximate $5,200 ($433 per month) inflation Most Americans are facing a large inflation tax this year. If you’re retired, these tips to save and generate income are for you.

04/05/2022

Retirement is all about new beginnings. Why not turn over a new leaf and focus on building healthy habits while ditching ones that are holding you back? Here are five healthy habits to incorporate into your retirement, along with tips on how to make changes to your routine:

Turning a new leaf as you begin retirement is an excellent time to focus on building healthy habits — and on letting go of some less-than-healthy ones.

04/05/2022

For 20 years, Bankers Life has planted seeds of hope for a world without Alzheimer’s. Learn more about the impacts our Forget Me Not Days® campaign has made here: https://www.bankerslife.com/about-us/community-partnerships/forget-me-not-days/

04/05/2022

When naming your life insurance policy’s primary beneficiary, it’s important to have a backup beneficiary! Here are the top five things to know when naming a secondary beneficiary:

Designating a secondary or tertiary beneficiary can be helpful in the event that a primary beneficiary is unable to accept what you leave them.

04/05/2022

If you're worried about the high out-of-pocket costs from Medicare, one possible solution is to join a Medicare Advantage plan. Learn more about how Medicare Advantage compares to traditional Medicare here:

What is a Medicare Advantage plan, and how does it compare to normal Medicare? We explain how these plans work, the benefits and when they make sense.

03/23/2022

A lump-sum life insurance payout can be used in several ways. Check out these tips for managing this money to achieve your financial goals:

When someone passes away, surviving family members can use a lump-sum life insurance payout in several ways. Here are four tips for navigating these funds.

03/21/2022

Some of your possessions are digital—and these possessions are equally as important to protect. Take a look at our guide to estate planning for digital assets.

If you’re getting everything in order for retirement, you’ve probably given a lot of thought to your possessions. Most likely, you have made a list of Don’t overlook your digital assets as you plan for retirement. Here’s your guide to estate planning for digital assets and why this is so imp...