Retirement Plan Payout: Three Factors To Consider

The good news is you have a pension. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 15% of private industry workers had access to a specified pension plan in 2024. And if you are close to retirement, you may be considering at what age to start the income or to take a payout. There are many factors to consider in your decision. Inflation: Pension income is usually level, meaning it doesn’t increase over time. Once you …

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Pandemic Aftermath? Nursing Homes Hit with Staggering Price Hikes

In an unprecedented move, nursing home and adult care costs surged by 2.4% in July. This marks the most significant monthly increase since 1997, according to a recent Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) report. The data further reveals that 2024 has been a particularly volatile year for these costs. A Brief Respite Before the Spike Historically, the national average for nursing home expenses has remained consistent, with only five months between 1997 and 2024 witnessing …

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