Even if the firm you’re working with uses the word “independent” in its name, you need to dig deeper to make sure your adviser is putting your best interests first.
There are plenty of times when people can handle their investments, taxes and retirement planning themselves. Here's who can go it alone, and who should seek some advice. Which category do you fit into?
Annuities are a worthy option for savers looking to add an element of protection to their retirement strategy. The key: Work with an independent adviser and understand WHY each product is being recommended.
Sometimes, when you catch up on the latest news, you worry. To help guide worried investors, members from the Forbes Finance Council offer this advice.
How can one protect his or her investment portfolio against unexpected downturns? Is it better to diversify heavily, or should one simply keep strong cash reserves in order to take advantage of market changes?
Do you ever ask yourself, “If ‘cash is king,’ why does my financial professional always want me to stay fully invested?” Who does it benefit most?
Ten finance experts from Forbes Finance Council offer their insights into the best retirement and investment options for self-employed individuals.
Financial advisers often come with a string of letters after their names, but while some should give you confidence in their training, others could just mean they attended a one-day seminar.
There are three basic ways that financial advisers draw a paycheck. Which is the best option for you?
Three financial experts from Forbes Financial Council weigh in on what they see the millennial generation experiencing at retirement age and how they would advise millennials to best position themselves now.
I have asked thousands of retirees and pre-retirees what retirement means to them. I've heard answers including relaxation, freedom, family, travel, time and more. One thing I never hear is "money."
Carefully consider the terms of the deal and your personal situation before you make this important retirement decision.