Last week, opposition resonated from a number of groups that want Congress to change the new federal law, and allow over-the-counter drugs to be purchased with money from flexible spending accounts.

The U.S. Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration is proposing a rule designed to help America's workers better comprehend target date retirement funds and similar investments, which are available in 401(k)-type plans.

Facts, figures and forecasts that shape the LTC marketplace

According to a recent research analysis published by the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College (CRR)uninsured health care costs will exceed $295,000 - well more than most couples can afford.