It’s important for heirs to consider how a windfall might be used to strengthen their finances now and over the long term.
With traditional pensions in decline, it’s up to the individual employee to build retirement savings in a work-based account.
Unlike retirement accounts, there are no federal contribution limits for variable annuities, and the investment gains won’t be taxed until they are withdrawn.
Among all the economic indicators released each month, the Employment Situation is one of the most highly anticipated and can move financial markets.