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Let’s Operate 401(k) Plans as True Retirement Plans

Posted on February 26, 2015 by Anna

It is important for employers to help employees do a better job during the post-retirement period.  See this article from CFO.com for some ideas about the employer’s role.

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New Insights on How People Decide to Retire

Posted on November 26, 2013 by Anna

A 2013 study from the Society of Actuaries provides insights on how people decide to retire.  It indicates that many people who retired voluntarily were “pushed” and that the factors pushing them were stronger than the desire to meet their … Continue reading →

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Painting included in exhibit at the Chicago Cultural Center

Posted on November 26, 2013 by Anna

An abstract painting by Anna was included in the 2013 Later Impressions Exhibit during September — October, 2013.  It is titled Jazz Band.

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Running Out of Money: New Study from the Society of Actuaries

Posted on December 17, 2012 by Anna

A new study from the Society of Actuaries provides insights into how many people are expected to run out of money, the underlying issues and possibilities for improving the situation.  The study provides input from a group of experts, both … Continue reading →

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Thinking about Lifetime Income

Posted on November 1, 2012 by Anna

My blog post “Focus on Helping Employees Build a Paycheck in Retirement” is available at The Conference Board’s Human Capital Exchange. These three resources offer important insights in this topic: 1) Hueler, Kelli and Anna Rappaport:  The Role of Guidance … Continue reading →

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Welcome

Posted on October 29, 2012 by Anna

In this blog, I will occasionally post information about interesting new resources and research, meetings of interest and ideas.  In addition, I will try to have fun occasionally.  Hope you will enjoy following this information. Anna Rappaport  

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