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Pension plans saw a $7 billion decline in market value and a $1 billion increase in pension liabilities in November.

People are living longer, which can complicate retirement planning, according to Northwestern Mutual. With longevity on the rise, individual retirement planning needs to include asset accumulation and savings, as well as strategies for managing the personal and financial risks that can arise when you live into your 80s or 90s.

The number of labor force participants over age 65 has increased about 22 percent in the past three years. Many individuals who thought they would be able to retire when they reached age 65 are reconsidering because of the economic downturn and lack of savings. So they just keep on...

Convenience comes at a price. Sometimes its quality. Sometimes its cost.

Vanguard is lowering the purchase fee on its Emerging Markets Index Fund from .50 percent to .25 percent.

Most retirees and pre-retirees worry about their health in retirement and how they will pay for any unforeseen healthcare costs. Nationwide Financial has launched its Personal Health Care Assessment to help advisors estimate their clients health care expenses in retirement.