Over 16 million workers took a lump-sum distribution of retirement assets as of 2006, the most recent data available. The average amount of distibutions was $32,219; almost half were for less than $10,000. More than 55 percent of dist

The economy may have consumers a little more short-sighted than they otherwise would be. According to a survey by Securian Financial Group, consumers are more concerned about short-term security than long-term financial goals, noting saving for

57 percent of surveyed employers are increasing their focus on employee engagement as a metric of reward program success. Over half of employers are increasing their focus on holistic compensation for employees. 60 percent are turning