Of the HSA Bubble, the Validity of 4% and the Uncertain Future of LTCI: What We’re Reading

Commentary March 15, 2012 at 11:00 PM
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A new infographic reveals the numbers behind 401(k) plans — and some of them are surprising. Read more

The creator of the 4% rule for retirement withdrawals says the next five years could determine whether his rule will remain valid. Read more

To get an idea of what's in store for an employee unprepared for a high-deductible health plan, one need look no further than the mortgage meltdown a few years ago. Read more

Stock-fund managers are off to a great start this year, but it's not necessarily because of anything they're doing. Read more

A provision in the health care bill meant to send $200 million in Medicaid supplements turns into a $4.3 billion error in Louisiana's favor. Read more

 

Financial advisors are leaving the industry faster than they can be replaced, which has forced firms to get a little creative in how they go about replenishing the stock. Read more

If income inequality is such a bad thing, then why isn't anyone doing anything about it? Well, no one really knows what causes it. Read more

Administrator turnover at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services could further disrupt the transition to Obama's health law. Read more

Prudential Financial announced plans to halt long term care policies as of March 30. Policyholders who bought policies between 2004 and 2008 could see a premium increase of 20%, pending approval. Read more

A theory on why people are denied health coverage despite their willingness to pay. Read more

Readers' Favorite LifeHealthPro Stories From the Past Week

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#3           Prudential Drops Individual LTCI

#1           The Exchange Regulations Are Here

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