- ORIGINAL NEWS
62% of adults age 50 and older have not used professional help to plan for retirement. Here’s why
- SUMMARY
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Many people near retirement age haven’t consulted a professional about their retirement plans.
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The main reasons given were preference for self-handling or leaving it to spouses, low retirement savings, and affordability concerns.
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Gen X individuals face particular challenges with low retirement savings, with the typical Gen X household having only $40,000 saved.
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Most people assume financial professionals will act in their best interests.
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A proposed fiduciary rule in Washington aims to ensure financial professionals prioritize clients’ interests in investment advice.
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Some financial planners offer services based on hourly rates or flat fees, making professional advice accessible to those with lower assets or income.
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It’s essential to research and verify financial professionals’ credentials and any complaints against them before choosing one.
- NEWS SENTIMENT CHECK
- Overall sentiment:
neutral
Positive
“Some financial planners are compensated based on hourly rates or flat rates, and that information should be readily available on their website,”
“Before selecting one professional, talk to a few prospects to see who you vibe with the most, Jordan advised.”
Negative
“The typical Gen X household has just $40,000 in retirement savings, according to research from the National Institute on Retirement Security.”
“The bottom half of Gen X earners only have a few thousand dollars saved toward retirement, the research found.”