COVID-19 spotlighted how disjointed file-to-file transfer systems could be, especially with everyone working on different systems and many investment and insurance agencies lacking needed IT support. Within the finance sector, security is critical and FINRA and the SEC both mandate that firms develop and maintain procedures to ensure data security for internal and external communications.

During times of economic uncertainty, it’s common for people to be concerned about their retirement, and how options like deferred annuities can fit in. After a record year for low interest rates, there may be indecision about purchasing a fixed annuity now, or waiting until rates increase. Even in a low interest-rate environment, an annuity…

Over the years, most American households have reported struggling with at least one aspect of their financial health. But, in the midst of the evolving environment surrounding COVID-19 and its impacts, 91% of full-time U.S. employees are currently concerned about some aspect of financial wellness.

How does the concept of sustainability translate into profitability for companies that embrace it? Does being green cultivate a new pathway toward market performance? While there is plenty of debate on the subject, portfolios containing companies that score high on environmental, social and governance issues have actually performed quite well. Moreover, they exhibit a curious…

Fixed indexed annuities (FIAs) have had explosive growth over the past decade and can be a valuable tool within a holistic financial plan. Despite years of having an infamous reputation, financial professionals and even many consumers have come to realize that FIAs help address several significant retirement planning concerns. From providing guaranteed income to protecting…

The Covid-19 pandemic continues to bring attention to how tenuous personal health and finances can be. It has prompted more people to think about their own mortality and whether their families are prepared if something should happen to them.