Council of Economic Advisors

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  President Romney’s cabinet: Who would he choose?

  By Marlene Y. Satter  |  October 30, 2012

  Here are some possibilities for Romney appointees, and a couple of new ones Obama might make if he is re-elected.

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  QLACs: The next hot annuity product?

  By Christopher Raham, Christian DesRochers  |  October 16, 2012

  Qualified longevity annuity contracts are designed to annuitize a portion of funds in defined contribution plans. But product design and regulations are yet to be finalized.

• Three Gs: Greece, Greed & Greatness

  By Richard Hoe, ChFC, CLU, AEP  |  April 1, 2012

  Lessons from the Greek meltdown and Warren Buffett.

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  Planning for a Long Life: Longevity Insurance and Deferred Annuities

  By William H. Byrnes, Esq., Robert Bloink, Esq., LL.M.  |  February 29, 2012

  The days of relying solely on pensions and traditional 401(k)s to fund retirement are over. Is longevity insurance the answer?

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  Annuities Now Permitted to Be Unleashed in Retirement Plans

  By Elizabeth Festa  |  February 2, 2012

  The Obama administration clears a path for ample annuity use in 401(K) plans, but makes sure plans will have expanded disclosures to protect investors and make fiduciary standards easier to meet.