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Planning Ahead for Widowhood: Changed Income and Expenses

Money Talk

A married couple has four monthly income streams: $2,500- husband’s pension, $2,000- husband’s Social Security, $800- wife’s pension, and $1,500- wife’s Social Security for a total of $6,800 ($81,600 annually). The wife’s pension and Social Security would go away, however, which could still result in a decrease in household income.

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Financial Planning Tips for Older Women

Money Talk

Medicare Part B and Medigap policy premiums), travel and entertainment, and philanthropy/gifts. Sources of Retirement Income - Income sources include Social Security, employer defined-benefit pensions or defined-contribution retirement plans (e.g., 401(k)s), tax-deferred accounts (e.g., 401(k)s), tax-deferred accounts (e.g.,

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3 Reasons to Boost Your Employee Benefits Offerings in 2020

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If that’s the case, it’s no wonder even seasoned employees are entertaining a change of professional scenery. A matching 401(k) or pension. Twenty-nine percent of respondents in the employee benefits survey said their company provided “the bare minimum.” Use of a company car. Free healthcare coverage. Paid time off to volunteer.

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Ten Benefits of Self-Employment in Later Life

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Net business earnings can pay living expenses or provide cash for “extras” such as travel and entertainment and home upgrades. Back-Up Income - When older adults start a business, they often have back-up income sources such as Social Security, a pension, or an annuity. Higher Social Security Benefits - This can happen in two ways.

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Siemens and Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council shortlisted for Best pensions strategy

Employee Benefits

Technology firm Siemens and Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council are among the employers shortlisted for Best pensions strategy at the Employee Benefits Awards 2024. A Howden spokesperson said: “We worked really hard with our pensions strategy. View the shortlist For more information and to book your table.

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Stella McCartney and Herbert Smith Freehills shortlisted for Best pensions strategy

Employee Benefits

Fashion brand Stella McCartney and law firm Herbert Smith Freehills are among those employers on the shortlist for Best pensions strategy at the Employee Benefits Awards 2023. A spokesperson for the university said: “We’re delighted to win, we really didn’t think we stand a chance of winning in a category about pensions.

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Herbert Smith Freehills and Howdens shortlisted for Best pensions communications

Employee Benefits

Law firm Herbert Smith Freehills and kitchen furniture business Howdens have been shortlisted for Best pensions communications at the Employee Benefits Awards 2023. This award was created to celebrate a successful strategy that boosts employee knowledge and understanding of pensions, and the need to plan for retirement.

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