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Social Security is complicated, which is why it’s key to learn all you can about it before you start claiming. Allworth Co-CEO Scott Hanson shares 10 things you might not know about the venerable program.

Managing a 401(k) plan can leave even the most seasoned administrators feeling overwhelmed. With proper support, you can simplify the complex task of retirement plan management.

Is cash really king right now? High interest rates, coupled with economic risks and political turmoil, is making it a pretty attractive investment. But as Allworth Chief Investment Officer Andy Stout explains, you need to understand when investing in cash does – and doesn’t – make sense.

Contrary to popular belief, estate planning isn’t just for the super wealthy – it’s a key part of financial planning that everyone should embrace. Why? Allworth Co-CEO Scott Hanson shares how detailing your wishes now can help your loved ones in the future.

In this latest quarterly update, Allworth Co-CEO Scott Hanson and Chief Investment Officer Andy Stout discuss: Why it’s important to always look at the bigger picture, what the Federal Reserve did to spook Wall Street, the difference between investing in CDs versus bonds (and why it matters), and more.

Allworth Co-CEO Pat McClain explains fad investments and how a fiduciary advisor helps you avoid them.

High employee turnover could lead to a rise in small 401(k) accounts. Explore how adding a Safe Harbor IRA provision to your plan may help reduce plan costs and potential fiduciary risks.

Insurance – of any kind – can be confusing, especially when you take into account all the different policy types and industry jargon. Which is why Allworth Co-CEO Scott Hanson is here to help. He shares the essential must-knows about six of the most common types of insurance.

Concerned about the national debt? It’s a topic that Allworth Chief Investment Officer Andy Stout gets asked about often. So, this month, he’s compiled a handy FAQ to help succinctly explain what it is, who owns it, if you should actually be worried about its rising levels, and more.

Strategically planning for retirement is obviously crucial for everyone, but there are specific reasons why women need to be especially thorough and pro-active. Allworth Co-CEO Scott Hanson shares a few of the unique challenges they face during the planning process.