Bookending the first week of September with Labor Day is a less recognized holiday that may not get much national attention but should if you are planning for your future: National 401(k) Day. Though we are in an era of overall declining economic confidence, many Americans are still somewhat upbeat about their retirement savings. However, how you feel about your 401(k) account may not reflect what is actually in it. Read more to learn about how National 401(k) Day is an ideal opportunity to take stock and ensure that your plans keep pace with your expectations—for both yourself and your loved ones.

Happy National Stepfamily Day to all who celebrate it! At its heart, National Stepfamily Day on September 16th is a celebration of second chances and the resilience it takes to embrace the unique challenges of blending families. Read more to learn about how those challenges can extend beyond trying to get along as “one big happy family” and into financial and legal realms where planning for the future requires as much care and sensitivity as navigating the family relationships themselves.

National Centenarians Day: Planning for a Longer Life (and Legacy)

Who wants to live to be 100? That depends on who you ask. The number of Americans who are 100 years old or older has nearly tripled over the past three decades and is expected to quadruple over the next 30 years. Though an aging population is a public policy challenge, reaching age 100—and beyond—is also a personal milestone that more Americans than ever are celebrating. Read more to learn about how your financial and estate plans need to keep pace with that new reality.

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