Cyberattacks are more prevalent than ever. The most recent report from the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) Report calls the increase in cyberattacks in 2021 “unprecedented.”1 What’s more, the IRS claims COVID-19 pandemic-related scams, such as Economic Impact Payment and tax refund scams, are still a concern for taxpayers.2
Retirement guidance that doesn’t consider factors such as race and ethnicity is incomplete. Not every experience with money or employment is universal, so financial planning that’s inclusive of ethnicities, family makeup and life circumstances is vital to help ensure everyone gets a fair chance at thriving in retirement.
People often struggle with conversations about differences in experiences among people of varying racial and ethnic groups.
Small employers can struggle to compete with major corporations. Not only do bigger companies typically have larger purse strings, they may also be able to offer more attractive benefits. As a result, small businesses sometimes miss out on recruiting top talent.
A purpose. Community. Professional growth. A paycheck. What employees get out of work varies depending on their role, so you can’t approach everyone with one-size-fits-all encouragement. If a company wants to retain good leaders, which is crucial for any future business success, many different incentives should be considered — not the least of which is compensation.
Are you a plan fiduciary?
If you are, are you aware of your legal fiduciary duties, and can you demonstrate the steps you take to meet your responsibilities?
Considering how important an income source Social Security benefits have become for U.S. retirees, many Americans demonstrate a poor understanding of this vital program.
In fact, a recent study found that almost half (49%) of U.S. adults aren’t certain how much of their income Social Security replaces (or will replace).1 Likewise, 49% of survey respondents believed — incorrectly — that their benefits would increase at full retirement age if they file to receive benefits early.1
Social media is an integral part of the lives of many people across the country — to the tune of roughly seven-in-ten Americans using it.1 Aside from sharing memes and cute puppy videos, many professionals can leverage different social media networks to grow their audience — and maybe their business as well.
So, what role can social media play in helping you grow? Let’s review how you can boost their messages to a greater audience by being part of their daily scroll.
As we embark on another new year, many have been curious about the cost of living adjustments (COLA) they’ll see for 2023. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has made the updates available, and these adjustments have the marks of the current inflation crisis all over it.
