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Many Experience Challenges Regaining Employment and Face Reduced Retirement Security

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The number of workers age 55 and over experiencing long-term unemployment has grown substantially since the recession began in 2007. This raises concerns about how long-term unemployment will affect older workers’ reemployment prospects and future retirement income.

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Qualified Longevity Annuity Contract Rules Should Allow More Options, Commenters Say

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A Treasury Department proposal to expand retirement income options is on the right track, but it requires some revisions to achieve the objectives
outlined in the proposed regulation (REG-115809-11), a variety of interest groups said in public comment letters posted May 4.

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As Dewey Collapses, Partners and Retirees Face Big Financial Losses

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For the law partners at Dewey & LeBoeuf, losing their jobs may be the least of their worries. They are likely to lose the money they were required to invest in the firm. They could lose their pensions.

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49% of Americans saving zilch for retirement

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America has a serious problem saving for retirement. About 49% of Americans say they aren't contributing to any retirement plan, according to a new survey conducted by LIMRA, a trade association for the financial services industry.

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401(k)s are too risky for retirement

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Sharon Edwards of Salem, Oregon, may have to move to Mexico, where the cost of living is cheaper, so she can afford her retirement.

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Working Late, by Choice or Not

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A record 7.2 million Americans age 65 and older are working — double the number 15 years ago — partly because many older Americans love to work and partly because many feel too financially squeezed to retire.

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White-collar wars: Detroit Three's battle over traditional pensions

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A “war” is escalating in the automotive industry. And it is not a battle between the blue- and white-collar workers, nor will it be fought in the factories. It is a quiet financial struggle for white-collar retirees, former workers and employees regarding their pensions.

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Organizations Urge Protections for Women in Lifetime Retirement Income Options

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Eight national women’s organizations and the Pension Rights Center submitted comments to the Department of the Treasury, generally supporting proposed IRS rules aimed at encouraging lifetime income options in retirement plans.

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Tax credit a benefit for lower-income workers

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Lower-income workers can get a little-known tax credit worth up to $1,000 each year if they contribute to an individual retirement account or workplace plan such as a 401(k), 403(b) or 457.

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Better Agency Coordination Could Help Small Employers Address Challenges to Plan Sponsorship

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Based on available data, about 14 percent of small employers sponsor some type of retirement plan.

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