Journalists across the country interview Marcia Mantell for insights about a wide-range of retirement topics. Various publications request that Marcia contribute to their publication as a guest columnist. And, podcasts and radio shows are great ways to hear what Marcia’s been talking about. Marcia is well-known for bringing dry, jargon-laden, technical retirement language … [Read more...] about In the News
For Women
Is retirement different for women? How about Social Security? The short answer is YES. And for so many different reasons. Not the least of which is that women will live longer than most men. We need to be prepared for that very fact. Women from coast to coast need more information about planning for their retirement and financial security. … [Read more...] about For Women
A Woman’s Walk Down Wall Street
Celebrating How Far Women Have Come in the World of Money March is Woman’s History Month. This year, I wanted to recognize the women who paved the path for me and so many other women to work in financial services. So, I wrote an article showcasing a woman’s walk down Wall Street. What did it take for women to break into the men’s club? Are women … [Read more...] about A Woman’s Walk Down Wall Street
The SECURE Act and Required Minimum Distributions: New Law Causing Confusion
When it comes to retirement account distributions rules, nothing is easy. And, things just got more complicated. At the end of 2019, the budget bill had a surprise provision in it: The SECURE Act was tacked on at the end. It passed, lock, stock and barrel. Changes in the SECURE Act and required minimum distributions (RMD) were unexpected. For … [Read more...] about The SECURE Act and Required Minimum Distributions: New Law Causing Confusion
Is Social Security Really Different for Women?
Guest Column in RetirementDaily.net Many people ask me this question: Is Social Security really different for women? The answer is surprisingly complex. It requires the asker to have a fair amount of knowledge about Social Security. How was it developed? What's the purpose behind social insurance? And, how are benefits calculated? As you might imagine, not many people … [Read more...] about Is Social Security Really Different for Women?
