retirement

As Social Security marks its 90th anniversary this year, this vital piece of the American retirement plan is more important than ever.

Oregonians have saved nearly $350 million for retirement through OregonSaves, a program that lets employees without workplace plans automatically contribute to an IRA.  Now, over 60% of Oregon workers have access to a retirement savings plan - one of the highest rates in the country.  AARP Or...

"Into the year 2030, we're talking approximately 22% of our population is going to be over the. Age of 65,” noted Ohio State University extension expert Kathy Tutt.  And she added with seniors facing some unique lifestyle changes and concerns, especially in rural areas.   “Some of th...

Is Social Security going broke?  That’s one of several myths out there about Social Security.  The AARP’s Sean Voskuhl said nothing could be further from the truth.   “Social Security will not run out of money, as long as workers and employers continue to pay payroll taxes," he said.  "It’s a pay-as-you-go system, but it doe...

A study from the Alliance for Lifetime Income revealed that half of Americans ages 61 to 65 have retired and many have mixed emotions about the decision.  After a lifetime of working, rural Americans can find themselves with a loss of purpose and isolated from people close to them.  The AAR...

With a new year, many in farm country are going over the books, looking for places to save, what equipment needs to be purchased, and what needs to happen to make the year ahead the best possible.  Joel Packham is encouraging farmers to include Farm and Ranch Succession Planning to that list.  In an e...

In today's Equilus Equity Minute, Jake Carpenter talks about the importance of making sure your investments are in the right location for your retirement needs. If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail gvaagen@cherrycreekmedia... Read More ...

In you are retired, or nearing retirement, how should you respond to the volatility of the stock market. Jake Carpenter of Equilus Capital Partners offers his insight and expertise. If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail gvaagen@cherrycreekmedia... Read More ...

How does retirement change how you should invest your money, both in the short-term and for the long run? Jake Carpenter takes a look. If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail gvaagen@cherrycreekmedia... Read More ...

In today's Equilus Equity Minute, Jake Carpenter talks with us about the new Opportunity Fund, and how it may be a good fit for your retirement plans. If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail gvaagen@cherrycreekmedia... Read More ... Read More ...