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Archive for May, 2010

Social Security matters to America’s budget - Don’t cut it!

Posted Wednesday, May 26th, 2010 by Joellen Leavelle

Over the last few months you’ve probably heard reports about the president’s fiscal commission. Word around town is that this secretive commission, with its stated goal of reducing the federal deficit, is seriously considering cuts to Social Security. (more…)

New I.R.S. rules clarify when participants can sell company stock in 401(k) plans

Posted Thursday, May 20th, 2010 by Joellen Leavelle

Dow Jones Newswires reports that the Internal Revenue Service has released rules clarifying when participants in 401(k) plans can sell company stock held in their accounts.  (more…)

Happy Older Americans Month

Posted Wednesday, May 5th, 2010 by Joellen Leavelle

May is Older Americans Month. The U.S. Administration on Aging has announced that this year’s theme for the month is “Age Strong! Live Long!” which “recognizes the diversity and vitality of today’s older Americans who span three generations.” (more…)