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US Retirement System Earns C+ in Global Study

In the recent Mercer CFA Institute Global Pension Index, the U.S. retirement system received a C+ rating, highlighting its vulnerabilities and need for improvements to ensure retirees’ future security. This evaluation placed the United States 22nd out of 47 countries, aligning its performance with nations like Kazakhstan, Colombia, and Spain. Experts in the report point out significant…

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SOME PRO TIPS BEFORE LEAVING FOR YOUR DESTINATION JOURNEY:

So, you’ve narrowed your travel list down and finally booked your next trip. With all the arrangements made, your bags are figuratively packed. 

Now there’s only one thing standing between you and the world: actually packing. For many, it’s the most stressful part of trip preparations. But it doesn’t have to be.

Pre-Departure Checklist

Don’t leave home without getting the essentials in check. Here are some of the things that should be on your pre-departure checklist.

Your passport

Ok, you’ve probably thought of this one already, but check the expiration date. Some countries require at least six months’ validity. And if you have to renew, make sure you leave plenty of time, especially during peak vacation periods. Visa requirements can also change over time so don’t assume it’s the same arrangement as before if returning somewhere familiar. You can check if a visa is required at www.iatatravelcentre.com

Pre-book and save

Often booking in advance can save you money —and that includes booking things like parking before getting to the airport. Even if you do so on the morning of your trip you may save. The same is true for ordering currency in advance. If picking up pre-booked currency, take the card you booked with and take note if you have to go to a particular pickup point to get your cash.

Get insured 

Travel insurance is an important part of your packing routine. Provisions for trip interruption, baggage delay or trip cancellation can help protect your travel investment should your trip get disrupted. 

A major part of travel insurance is health insurance. Don't assume your coverage in your home country will apply when you are traveling abroad.  As for cost, expect it to increase as you approach retirement age. For the policy to be effective, every pre-existing condition must be declared, otherwise your policy could be worthless and you could end up with a very large bill. Also check that any activity you’re planning on undertaking will be included in the price.

Medical Matters

Start with a checkup at your doctor’s and dentist – it’s far easier to deal with any potential issues before you hit the road. Try to go as far in advance as you can in case you need to take full courses of immunizations before you travel. You can usually get any necessary vaccinations at your local health clinic, though specialist travel health clinics can also be found in major cities around the world.

Discount and membership cards

If you’re eligible, obtaining an International Student Identity Card (ISIC) or International Youth Travel Card (IYTC) before you go will save you money all over the place. Travelers of any age will benefit from Hosteling International membership (www.hihostels.com). Senior travelers also qualify for travel discounts with some airlines and for ground transport in many countries. Sometimes flashing an ID is enough, sometimes you need to use a local scheme.

Five tips for packing light

Doug Dement, author of OneBag.com, gives his advice for reducing baggage bulge:

There’s only one real ‘secret’ to traveling light: a proper personal packing list. It’s a contract you make with yourself, a personal pledge that you will never pack anything that isn’t on your list. And for most people, such a list needn’t include more items than will fit in a single, carry-on bag and is able to accommodate destinations ranging from India to Inuvik.

Learn about luggage. Most bags on the market are designed to sell easily, rather than facilitate lightweight travel. So learn about design (shapes, configurations) and construction (fabrics, zippers). You may even discover that the primary function of a wheeled bag is to support itself, not efficiently transport anyone’s belongings!

Avoid liquids; they are the bane of the light traveler. Liquids (and gels) are heavy, bulky, prone to leakage (particularly on planes), and suspicious to security. Did I mention heavy?

Plan to do some laundry. This needn’t be onerous: done properly, and regularly, it should be more like brushing your teeth. With the right gear (travel clothesline, powder detergent, universal sink stopper), three pairs of underwear will take you anywhere.

Coordinate your colors. An excellent way to derive maximum use from a modest amount of clothing is to ensure that every item goes with every other one.

Backpacker’s packing list

Ensure nothing gets left behind with our handy checklist

Essentials

Passport

Boarding Passes

Foreign cash

Credit/ATM cards

Maps/directions/itinerary

Guidebook material

First aid kit

Travel insurance documents

Repeat and travel medication

Folder for all documents

Large backpack

Small combination lock

Electronics

Camera and charger

Mobile phone and charger

Tablet and charger

Headphones

Plug adapters (see below)

Headtorch and batteries

Waterproof pocket camera

Back-up hard drive

Clothes

Light jacket

Waterproof coat

Light jumpers

Thin hoodie

Casual shirts

Vest tops

T-shirts

Loose trousers

Leggings

Shorts

Skirts

Dresses

Sandals

Flip-flops

Trainers/comfortable shoes

Belt

Thin socks

Underwear

Sleepwear

Sun hat/cap

Swimsuit

Sarong/shawl

Hidden zipper belt

Cosmetics

Sunscreen and aftersun lotion

Body lotion/moisturizer

Insect repellent

Deodorant

Perfume

SPF lip balm

Razor and shaving cream

Shampoo and conditioner

Soap/body wash

Toothbrush

Toothpaste

Make-up and remover

Hairbrush/comb

Hair products

Disposable wipes

Sanitary products

Nile file/clippers

Tweezers

Bug spray

Laundry kit: travel detergent, braided clothesline, sink-stopper

Hand sanitizer

Dental floss

Small tubes for liquids

Tissues

Miscelleneous

Painkillers

Glasses

Contact lenses and solution

Travel journal and pen

Books

Sunglasses

Waterproof watch

Beach towel/quick-dry towel

Waterproof bag

Water purifying bottle

Sleep sack

Earplugs

Refillable bottles

Travel neck pillow

Playing cards

Pocket sewing kit

Sleeping bag

Portable stove

Cutlery

Bowl/cup

International Plug Sockets

Here's a run-down of some of the world's plug sockets and fittings. Along with a converter, you can also get individual plugs. For instance, instead of using a converter to charge your iPhone, buy the country-specific plug (often available through sites like Amazon or a store in country) and just rotate it out. 

Hoping these instructions are gonna make your next journey extra professional and easier.

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The Aetiology of 'Aerotoxic Syndrome'- A Toxico- Pathological Viewpoint-Juniper Publishers

Background

The term 'aerotoxic syndrome' was coined in 2000 [1] to describe a collection of predominantly neurological and respiratory signs and symptoms found in some commercial aircrew, which includes pilots and cabin crew. From the 1950's, aircraft were redesigned to provide pressurized cabin air directly from the compressor stage of the engine, known as bleed air. This allowed for the fuel consuming turbo compressors used prior to that date to be dispensed with. However, it also led to the exposure of aircrew and passengers to fugitive emissions from aircraft engines. This bleed air remains, to date, supplied to the cabin unfiltered.

Gas turbine engines require the use of vapors-phase lubricants, including additives, which can withstand the extremely high operating temperatures and pressures found in normal use. The most widely used anti-wear additive is tri- cresylphosphate (TCP), an organophosphate compound which is neuro toxic. TCP used in gas turbine lubricating oils is not pure but comes as a technical grade complex mixture of isomers and other associated triaryl phosphate (TAP) compounds. The complexity of this mixture is further enhanced by an ester base stock, amine antioxidants, proprietary ingredients and the addition of pyrolosis products, as the oil ages through use.

There are two main exposure scenarios:

1. acute higher dose 'fume events’ where there is generally only a detectable odour and, on occasion, a visible haze. These are associated with acute irritation of mucosa, primarily of the respiratory system, eye irritation, breathing problems and nausea. Acute neurological /neuro behavioral side effects have also been reported, ranging from mild headache, cognitive problems, dizziness to incapacitation.

2. chronic repeated low-dose exposure of aircrew on a day to day basis to a complex mixture of fugitive jet engine emissions. The current design of the majority of commercial airliners guarantees this continual background exposure because all oil seals 'weep' small amounts of lubricant in normal operation [2]. The exposure times can amount cumulatively to thousands of hours per individual. Frequent flyer passengers would also accumulate large numbers of hours of exposure, though not to the same extent as professional aircrew. The symptoms reported are predominantly neurological and respiratory and tend to be diffuse in nature. They include inability to concentrate, memory problems, breathing problems, headache, fatigue, numbness, tingling, confusion, dizziness, cardiovascular effects and performance decrement. These symptoms setting out a clear pattern of acute and longer-term effects, in many cases supported by medical findings and diagnoses, have been reviewed recently by Michaelis, Burdon and Howard [3].

Currently:

1. On the one hand there are a number of aircrew who have been acutely impaired in flight incidents, with others becoming chronically ill, many of whom have had to retire as a result. This is acknowledged by many aircrew organizations and some doctors and scientists.

2. On the other hand, arguments are put forward that the levels of contaminants in aircraft cabin air are too low to be able to cause the illnesses complained of, which are largely dismissed as being psychological/psychiatric in nature, common in the general population or, alternatively, as hyperventilation. This opposed position is acknowledged by a number of airline operators, aircraft manufacturers, some scientists and regulatory and airline industry bodies. It is that conundrum which this paper addresses.

    Aetiological Considerations

There is an enormous literature on the acute toxicity of organo-phosphate pesticides and nerve gas agents through acetyl-cholinesterase inhibition, which will already be familiar to the readership. This aspect was reviewed by the UK Committee on Toxicity in the context of cabin air quality [4]. They concluded, considering only the one isomer tri-orthocresyl phosphate (TOCP), that it would not cause organo-phosphate delayed neuropathy (OPIDN), which is acknowledged to be a sequel of high dose exposure involving acetyl-cholinesterase inhibition. However, OPIDN is definitely not the clinical picture observed in Aerotoxic Syndrome [3].

The effect of repeated low dose OP exposure has been reviewed by Terry [5]. He describes a number of mechanisms by which OPs can cause harm at exposure levels below those required to cause lowering of acetylcholine esterase. These include covalent binding of OPs to tyrosine and lysine residues, which suggests that numerous proteins can be modified by OPs. In addition, the mechanisms of oxidative stress and neuro inflammation and the known OP targets of motor proteins, neuronal cytoskeleton, axonal transport, neurotrophins and mitochondria. This type of exposure has been associated with prolonged impairments in attention, memory, and other domains of cognition, as well as some chronic illnesses where these symptoms are manifested, precisely the spectrum of symptoms reported for air crew by Michaelis et al. [3]. A more recent paper by Terry's group [6], detected antero grade axonal transport deficits associated with the oxon metabolite of chlorpyrifos at 0.1nM in vitro, in cultured embryonic rat neurons, a very low concentration.

The clinical picture is further complicated by at least three factors:

1. the complexity of the mixture to which air crew are being exposed. Some work has been done on the enhancement of OP toxicity in mixtures [7] and it is clear that the traditional 'one chemical at a time' toxicology will not suffice.

2. The wide variability between individuals to metabolize and detoxify OP compounds. A good example of this is provided by studies on British farm workers who developed 'dippers flu' as a consequence of handling OP sheep dips. A paper by Cherry et al showed that R allele at position 192 on PON1 was associated with a higher probability of illness from dippers flu’s [8].

3. Low dose repeated exposure to OPs has been demonstrated in vitro to increase the vulnerability of neurons to a subsequent high dose event [9]. Thus the prospect of an 'acute-on-chronic' mechanism must be considered, where those cumulatively pre-exposed for hundreds or thousands of hours would be more vulnerable to harm from a subsequent high dose fume event.

    Discussion

There is no dispute about the fact that fugitive jet engine emissions are found in aircraft cabin bleed air. The recent detailed study investigating the pattern of effects, findings and diagnoses, was supported by maintenance investigations confirming oil fume leakage in 87% of the identified incident cases with suspected oil contamination in another 7% [3]. The difficulty in maintenance investigations identifying the oil leakage sources has been acknowledged within the aviation industry, along with recognition [10] of permanent low-level oil leakage with additional discontinuous fume events sourced to engine oil leakage. However, there is debate about the significance of this. When there is a differential susceptibility of various exposure groups to harm then we have to seek an explanation, this is one of the tenets of occupational medicine. What is observed is an increased vulnerability of aircrew, when compared with passengers, to the set of signs and symptoms collectively known as aero toxic syndrome. This is seen after reported acute fume events as well as in the absence of high dose events. An Airbus A380 diverted into Vancouver due to 'toxic gas type fumes', with 25 crew taken to hospital [11]. Fumes on a Boeing 767 with a confirmed oil leak led to crews being hospitalized with 5 of the 6 crew, including the 2 pilots, no longer able to fly [12]. Other reports commonly refer to chronic lower-dose exposures [13].

Following the logic of Sir Bradford Hill in considering causation: Temporality-Aero-toxic syndrome was never reported prior to the introduction of engine bleed air pressurization systems, though it was detected soon afterwards [14]; it is biologically plausible that the mixture of chemicals in bleed air, many of which are known neuro-toxins, could lead to the symptoms described; animal experimental data supports the diagnosis [5]; there is epidemiological evidence [3] to support the causation argument. Specificity -The fact that the symptomatology is rather non-specific is seized upon to explain clinical findings as being of a psychological/psychiatric nature, rather than an organic illness. However, consistency of the pattern of symptoms exists, supporting an organic aetiology [3].

On the balance of probabilities, a causal link between repeated exposure to a low dose mixture of fugitive turbine engine oil emissions, based on current scientific knowledge, seems more likely than not and, in our opinion therefore, to be responsible for aero-toxic syndrome.

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Purchasing a property is an expensive thing. You require to build up substantial sum of funds in order to purchase it. This may be difficult for you particularly when you are travelling through monetary problems. Thus taking up location loft eminence is the very best choice as compared to buying it. This will assist you to save money for a long term. That would likewise permit you to use the saved cash in other activities.

Why Don't Huge Real Estate Firms Embrace Rent-To-Own?

It is essential to book leasings well ahead of time. You don't wish to handle the tension of late reservations and not getting a room! https://www.bu.edu/realestate/ So, you require to rent your lodging when preparing your trip. The very best way to discover the ideal rental residential or commercial property is to do some research. Start by exploring the Property management companies. It is much better to opt for rentals that have actually been pre-screened by a residential or commercial Property management company. By doing this you understand that you are getting a good home. Though leasing through property managers can be a bit pricy, it is worth the money you pay!

My suggestions to you is to be extremely mindful with your choice of you property broker. In one way or the other some residential or commercial property managing agents will handle to take some loan from you. They may overcharge or charge for something that you ought not to spend for.

Employ A London Lettings Agent Now !!

To handle such matters experience is one of the most important things that is required. Aside from this, there are particular laws which keep altering from time to time. It might be a bit difficult for the proprietors to keep a record of all these things. Then nothing can be much better than that, if a property owner can handle this on his own.

The majority of people purchase houses by taking home loans. And there are lots of individuals that can not manage to pay off their home mortgage. Thus, they choose to short sell their residential or commercial properties or the banks set up their properties for foreclosures. These are the houses in Las Vegas that you can get at the best rates. The sellers are in a rush to sell and you as a buyer can strike a good deal on these Las Vegas homes for sale. Not every property dealer has the wherewithal to handle these homes. But there are some specialists that definitely handle such properties only. What you require to do is discover such residential or commercial property dealer online and inspect their site for the finest houses in Las Vegas readily available for the very best rate.

6 Suggestions For Choosing A Residential Or Commercial Property Management Company

If they desire to be competitive, affordable sellers understand that they must price their homes similarly to other comparable properties on the market. Knowing the marketplace like the back of your hand will guarantee you know the very best cost.

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How low can the Barclays share price go?

Billionaire investor Warren Buffett famously said that “price is what you pay, value is what you get”.

What Mr Buffett meant was that the market price of a share isn’t always a fair indication of what it’s worth. Buying undervalued stocks is how value investors like him make their money.

It’s an approach that can require patience, as Barclays (LSE: BARC) shareholders have discovered in recent years. The value of their stock has fallen by nearly 20% over the last six months and by 50% since hitting a post-crisis peak in 2009.

I wouldn’t blame you for giving up after a performance like that. But I think selling now could be a mistake.

Although there are still some risks ahead, Barclays’ recent half-year results suggest to me that the bank’s recovery really has reached a turning point.

Things can only get better?

Chief executive Jes Staley has faced criticism over his handling of a whistleblower incident. But he has managed to resolve most of the bank’s outstanding misconduct issues. The biggest of these was a £1.4bn settlement with the US Department of Justice earlier this year.

Compensation claims for Payment Protection Insurance (PPI) will also come to an end in August 2019, closing off a persistent leakage of cash from most UK banks’ balance sheets.

The DoJ settlement meant that Barclays’ pre-tax profit fell from £2,341m to £1,659m during the first half of this year. But without litigation and misconduct charges, the group’s pre-tax profit would have increased by 20% to £3,701m.

More profitable banking

Shareholders need to see an end to misconduct charges. But that’s not enough on its own.

The bank’s assets need to start working harder to earn their keep. The simplest way to measure this is with return on equity, or RoE. This compares profit after tax with a bank’s net asset value.

On an underlying basis, Barclays’ return on average tangible equity rose from -1.6% to +11.6% during the first half of this year. Alongside this, the bank’s cost-to-income ratio fell from 64% to 61%.

Big dividends are coming

The improvement in underlying profitability was masked during the first half by £2bn of misconduct and litigation charges. But as these costs move into the past, I believe the bank should start to generate enough surplus capital to support more generous dividends.

Mr Staley certainly seems to think so. In August, he confirmed plans to pay a full-year dividend of 6.5p per share for 2018 — more than double last year’s payout of 3p per share.

Too cheap to ignore?

I’m going to stick my neck out and say that I think Barclays shares are probably near the bottom. I think further big falls are unlikely unless new problems emerge.

As things stand, the stock trades at a 30% discount to its tangible book value and has a forecast P/E of just 8.3. Add in this year’s forecast dividend yield of 3.7%, and the shares look cheap to me.

City analysts are bullish too. They expect earnings growth of 10% next year, plus another big dividend hike.

I think this could be a good time to start buying.

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Pests may have devastating effect on the fitness of our family or even controlled as they could multiply quickly and trigger maximum damage. Pests like cockroaches, rodents, red and black ants, spiders, sleep bugs, silver fish are some of the significant kinds which can invade our house and property. Efficient pest get a handle on is the only answer to the menace of pests. Various ties in and sprays are commercially available available in the market which can be administered in the fractures and crevices wherever these pests stay and multiply. These ties in and sprays can be utilized without vacating the premises and it's fully trouble free and secure for the occupants. Various pest get a handle on agencies focus in the products and services and they are able to make their solutions in rapid time without the http://privateexterminator.com/. We are able to also use numerous solutions to restrain the influx of pests into our domiciles by sustaining correct hygiene in and around our properties, offices and surroundings. All chips and leakages must be monitored and fixed on time for you to prevent any pests from entering and creating their presence felt in our dwellings. Numerous medical herbs and flowers aid in reducing the access of pests into our properties like basil, peppermint, onion, neem, fruit lawn, ginger, butterfly bush, red plank etc. Chemical treatment for ants and bugs has been found to be very effective in recent times. In this method, small openings are drilled into the wall and certain compounds are filled in to it. The holes are then made and any insect or bug venturing about that area is instantly killed. That therapy continues for quite some time and nothing is seen on the surface of the walls. Finding qualified pest control services offers several great benefits rather than preventing pests like spiders, termites, or rodents on your own own. Reliable support vendors have competent, qualified specialists who know and realize wherever to treat as well as the way to handle infestations. If you intend to protect your brand-new house or maybe to take care of a classic house, a pest control support is unquestionably a good choice. Customized Plans - Protecting your home from invaders will suggest having the most effective protection. If you return professional support suppliers, they are positive to create ideas which are extremely unique to your needs. They'll take into consideration how big your property, long-term reduction, and the degree of infestation. Also, you'll have the option to accomplish pre-treatments on new structure to keep pests from increasing along with disaster services to be able to handle nests and hives. Risk - Pest get a grip on technicians discover how their items will continue to work and where to put them in and out of a home. Lots of companies are now actually planning natural and are using services and products which are safe for the house and environment. Time & Flexibility - No one want to get time down only to hold back for the "pest guy ".And trusted pest get a handle on companies know this and are extremely willing and committed to function around your schedule. Whenever you demand for a free of charge inspection along with a price quote for support, you'll undoubtedly discover that most exterminators will continue to work past sunset and on weekends. Preventing pest infestations can take time, and employing pest control items at the right time is considered the key to protecting your home successfully. You have to understand that pest get a grip on businesses may monitor and record every time they will spray and know if they must retire before the merchandise will end working. Risks - If you utilize the wrong reduction approach, it could have related effects with several pests. But by employing the professionals to perform the job, risks will undoubtedly be reduced, or even eliminated, since they know precisely how to manage possible nests and pests. Indeed, getting expert help could make you rest assured your household will soon be safe from dangerous chemicals. As well as that, significant number of your own time and money will also be preserved by getting a skilled, respected service. Cost - When termites damage your property, this might set you back thousands of dollars in home repairs. You might maybe not know about how conduct appropriate pest inspection. Termite control firms are educated of what to appear for. More over, the cost of their service is cheaper rather than fixing prolonged termite damage.

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Large Quality Pest Get a grip on Companies

Pests may have disastrous affect the fitness of our household if not controlled as they can multiply extremely fast and cause maximum damage. Pests like cockroaches, rodents, red and dark ants, spiders, sleep insects, magic fish are some of the important kinds which could invade our house and property. Efficient pest get a handle on is the only alternative to this menace of pests. Different ties in and sprays are commercially available in the market which is often administered in the cracks and cracks wherever these pests dwell and multiply. These gels and sprays can be used without vacating the premises and it's absolutely trouble free and secure for the occupants. Various pest get a grip on agencies specialize in these products and companies and they can provide their solutions in fast time without the Pest Control NYC . We could also use numerous techniques to restrain the influx of pests in to our homes by maintaining appropriate health in and around our houses, offices and surroundings. All fractures and leakages must certanly be monitored and fixed on time for you to prevent any pests from entering and making their presence thought within our dwellings. Different medicinal herbs and crops help in reducing the entry of pests into our properties like basil, peppermint, onion, neem, orange lawn, ginger, butterfly bush, red plank etc. Substance treatment for ants and bugs has been found to be very efficient in new times. In this process, small openings are drilled in to the wall and specific chemicals are stuffed into it. The openings are then closed and any insect or pest venturing around that region is instantly killed. This therapy continues for many years and nothing can be viewed on top of the walls. Getting skilled pest control companies presents several great advantages as opposed to handling pests like spiders, termites, or rodents on your own own. Reliable company services have qualified, experienced professionals who know and understand where to treat in addition to the way to handle infestations. If you intend to protect your brand-new house or maybe to take care of a classic home, a pest control company is obviously a good choice. Customized Options - Guarding your property from invaders can mean having the very best protection. If you return professional support suppliers, they're certain to setup options which are very specific to your needs. They'll take into account the size of your property, long-term avoidance, and the level of infestation. Also, you will have the choice to accomplish pre-treatments on new structure to keep pests from increasing along with crisis companies in order to treat nests and hives. Risk - Pest control specialists understand how their products and services will work and where to place them in and out of a home. Lots of companies are actually going green and are using products and services which are safe for the home and environment. Time & Mobility - No one want to take time off only to hold back for the "pest man ".And reliable pest get a grip on businesses know this and are extremely willing and focused on perform around your schedule. Once you request for a free of charge inspection along with a cost quote for company, you'll truly discover that many exterminators works past sunset and on weekends. Handling pest infestations will take time, and hiring pest control items at the best time is known as the important thing to guarding your home successfully. You should understand that pest control organizations will monitor and report whenever they will spray and know if they need to retire before these products can end working. Dangers - If you are using the incorrect reduction technique, it will have similar effects with many pests. But by hiring the experts to get the job done, dangers will soon be reduced, if not eliminated, simply because they know precisely how to cope with probable nests and pests. Certainly, getting expert help can make you be confident your family will soon be safe from harmful chemicals. After that, significant amount of your own time and income will also be stored by finding a skilled, respected service. Charge - When termites damage your home, this could cost you tens and thousands of dollars in home repairs. You may maybe not be aware of how perform appropriate pest inspection. Termite get a grip on firms are knowledgeable of what to look for. Moreover, the cost of their support will be a lot cheaper instead of repairing prolonged termite damage.

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What to Do with Your Retirement Plan When You Start a New Job

One benefit many companies offer is a retirement savings plan, such as a 401(k). Having a retirement savings vehicle can help you better prepare for retirement if used correctly. But what happens when you decide to leave your job or leave the workforce completely to pursue another opportunity? What happens to your retirement plan and what are your options?

According to the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College, 1.5% of assets leak out of retirement accounts each year. Leakage reduces retirement wealth by 25%. One of the leading causes of retirement leakage is cashing out or taking out withdrawals from 401(k) accounts. But before you decide to cash out your 401(k) when moving to a new job, know you have other options.

Here are a few different options you have for your old 401(k) when you start a new job:

Keep the 401(k) with Your Current Plan

You can simply keep your 401(k) plan with your current employer. However, some employers may require a certain balance minimum to maintain the account. So, be sure to check with your Human Resources department or plan administrator to understand the requirements before keeping your money with your previous company.

Crystal Rau, CFP®, Founder at Beyond Balanced Financial Planning, says, “All plans are different, but this can be a viable option if your old 401(k) has inexpensive investment options. But be wary, as you may not have all the available features as you did previously as an employee of the company that offers the plan.”

Another risk you run is your previous company being acquired by a different company. This will make it a little more challenging to access your account or move your money in the future. There is also a chance that you may forget about this account, essentially leaving money on the table. Every little bit you save for retirement is important. You may not want to take the chance of forgetting about your old 401(k) account.

Roll Over Your 401(k) to Your New Plan

When you start your new position, review your retirement plan options. If you are pleased with the investment options and the fees aren’t too high, you may consider rolling your old 401(k) into your new 401(k). Consolidating accounts may make it easier to manage and keep track of your progress.

If you have an after-tax 401(k), known as a Roth 401(k), make sure your new company offers this feature. You can only roll over Roth contributions to a new Roth 401(k).

Roll Over Your 401(k) to Your IRA

When you started your previous job, your employer may have given you the option to select a pre-tax or after-tax 401(k). This means that you could contribute to your account with either pre-tax contributions or after-tax contributions. If you contributed to your 401(k) with pre-tax dollars, you would later have to pay income taxes on your withdrawals after age 59 and a half. If you withdrawal your money prior to reaching 59 and a half, you would have to also pay a 10% penalty. For an example, if you had a pre-tax account worth $100,000 and you were at a 25% tax bracket in retirement, you would really only have $75,000. If you had an after-tax account commonly known as a Roth 401(k), you would have $100,000 in the account.

Depending on the retirement account you currently have, you may also consider rolling your previous 401(k) into an IRA (pre-tax) or Roth IRA (after-tax) account. IRA accounts often have more flexible investment options and lower fees. You may have more control over your retirement savings by managing an IRA or Roth IRA. You can also select the financial planner that you want to work with. When you have a 401(k), your employer selects the financial advisor and investment options for your plan, limiting your flexibility.

Rau states, “There is a reason why rolling over a 401(k) is a common choice, for one, when you roll it over you have more investment options versus limiting yourself to your plan options. Another reason, the investment options within your old plan may be proprietary funds that carry hefty fees. All funds carry internal expenses and it is sometimes hard to determine what expenses you are paying.”

A 401(k) plan may be one of the most common retirement plan offered by employers, but some employers offer plans such as 403(b)s, 457s, Simple IRAs, SEP IRAs, and Defined Benefit Pension Plans. Each plan may have its own set of rules and regulations for rolling over to a new account, so speak with a financial planner and tax advisors before moving your account.

For IRS rollover eligibility, check out this chart.

Cash Out Your 401(k)

Lastly, you could cash out your 401(k). As previously stated, this should be your last resort. Not only can cashing out your 401(k) impact your financial future, but it can cost you. If you are under the age of 59 and a half, you will have to pay a 10% penalty on any money you withdrawal from your 401(k) as well as income taxes. This could significantly lessen the amount of money you end up with.

Other Things to Keep in Mind Before Moving Your 401(k)

Before moving forward, you want to make sure you understand all implications of any decisions you make.

Speak with your plan administrator. First, speak with your plan administrator or Human Resources department to understand what’s required for moving your 401(k). This will make the process a lot easier when it comes time to fill out paperwork and move your money. 

There may be a fee for rolling your plan over. Some 401(k) plans charge a fee for rolling over your account. Even if there is a small fee, it may still be worth it to get your account into a more appropriate retirement saving vehicle.

You can roll over as much as you would like, there are no limits. Keep in mind that you don’t have to roll over your entire account.

The IRS gives you 60 days to roll over your 401(k). Once you request a rollover, the money has 60 days to be deposited into your new account. If you have received the check, make sure to deposit it in a timely manner so you won’t be penalized for taking a distribution from your account.

When you transition to a new job, remember you have options for your employer-sponsored retirement plan. Take time to weigh out the pros and cons of each decision before proceeding.

Rau concludes, “Whatever you choose to do, it makes sense to consult with an investment advisor who can really dig into the plan details to give you the best option. Everyone has different goals and it depends on what you want to accomplish.”

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What to Do with Your Retirement Plan When You Start a New Job

One benefit many companies offer is a retirement savings plan, such as a 401(k). Having a retirement savings vehicle can help you better prepare for retirement if used correctly. But what happens when you decide to leave your job or leave the workforce completely to pursue another opportunity? What happens to your retirement plan and what are your options?

According to the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College, 1.5% of assets leak out of retirement accounts each year. Leakage reduces retirement wealth by 25%. One of the leading causes of retirement leakage is cashing out or taking out withdrawals from 401(k) accounts. But before you decide to cash out your 401(k) when moving to a new job, know you have other options.

Here are a few different options you have for your old 401(k) when you start a new job:

Keep the 401(k) with Your Current Plan

You can simply keep your 401(k) plan with your current employer. However, some employers may require a certain balance minimum to maintain the account. So, be sure to check with your Human Resources department or plan administrator to understand the requirements before keeping your money with your previous company.

Crystal Rau, CFP®, Founder at Beyond Balanced Financial Planning, says, “All plans are different, but this can be a viable option if your old 401(k) has inexpensive investment options. But be wary, as you may not have all the available features as you did previously as an employee of the company that offers the plan.”

Another risk you run is your previous company being acquired by a different company. This will make it a little more challenging to access your account or move your money in the future. There is also a chance that you may forget about this account, essentially leaving money on the table. Every little bit you save for retirement is important. You may not want to take the chance of forgetting about your old 401(k) account.

Roll Over Your 401(k) to Your New Plan

When you start your new position, review your retirement plan options. If you are pleased with the investment options and the fees aren’t too high, you may consider rolling your old 401(k) into your new 401(k). Consolidating accounts may make it easier to manage and keep track of your progress.

If you have an after-tax 401(k), known as a Roth 401(k), make sure your new company offers this feature. You can only roll over Roth contributions to a new Roth 401(k).

Roll Over Your 401(k) to Your IRA

When you started your previous job, your employer may have given you the option to select a pre-tax or after-tax 401(k). This means that you could contribute to your account with either pre-tax contributions or after-tax contributions. If you contributed to your 401(k) with pre-tax dollars, you would later have to pay income taxes on your withdrawals after age 59 and a half. If you withdrawal your money prior to reaching 59 and a half, you would have to also pay a 10% penalty. For an example, if you had a pre-tax account worth $100,000 and you were at a 25% tax bracket in retirement, you would really only have $75,000. If you had an after-tax account commonly known as a Roth 401(k), you would have $100,000 in the account.

Depending on the retirement account you currently have, you may also consider rolling your previous 401(k) into an IRA (pre-tax) or Roth IRA (after-tax) account. IRA accounts often have more flexible investment options and lower fees. You may have more control over your retirement savings by managing an IRA or Roth IRA. You can also select the financial planner that you want to work with. When you have a 401(k), your employer selects the financial advisor and investment options for your plan, limiting your flexibility.

Rau states, “There is a reason why rolling over a 401(k) is a common choice, for one, when you roll it over you have more investment options versus limiting yourself to your plan options. Another reason, the investment options within your old plan may be proprietary funds that carry hefty fees. All funds carry internal expenses and it is sometimes hard to determine what expenses you are paying.”

A 401(k) plan may be one of the most common retirement plan offered by employers, but some employers offer plans such as 403(b)s, 457s, Simple IRAs, SEP IRAs, and Defined Benefit Pension Plans. Each plan may have its own set of rules and regulations for rolling over to a new account, so speak with a financial planner and tax advisors before moving your account.

For IRS rollover eligibility, check out this chart.

Cash Out Your 401(k)

Lastly, you could cash out your 401(k). As previously stated, this should be your last resort. Not only can cashing out your 401(k) impact your financial future, but it can cost you. If you are under the age of 59 and a half, you will have to pay a 10% penalty on any money you withdrawal from your 401(k) as well as income taxes. This could significantly lessen the amount of money you end up with.

Other Things to Keep in Mind Before Moving Your 401(k)

Before moving forward, you want to make sure you understand all implications of any decisions you make.

Speak with your plan administrator. First, speak with your plan administrator or Human Resources department to understand what’s required for moving your 401(k). This will make the process a lot easier when it comes time to fill out paperwork and move your money. 

There may be a fee for rolling your plan over. Some 401(k) plans charge a fee for rolling over your account. Even if there is a small fee, it may still be worth it to get your account into a more appropriate retirement saving vehicle.

You can roll over as much as you would like, there are no limits. Keep in mind that you don’t have to roll over your entire account.

The IRS gives you 60 days to roll over your 401(k). Once you request a rollover, the money has 60 days to be deposited into your new account. If you have received the check, make sure to deposit it in a timely manner so you won’t be penalized for taking a distribution from your account.

When you transition to a new job, remember you have options for your employer-sponsored retirement plan. Take time to weigh out the pros and cons of each decision before proceeding.

Rau concludes, “Whatever you choose to do, it makes sense to consult with an investment advisor who can really dig into the plan details to give you the best option. Everyone has different goals and it depends on what you want to accomplish.”

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BUYERS & HOME INSPECTIONS: 8 Common  Myths, Busted

FROM REALTOR.COM: After seeing dozens of duds, you’ve found the perfect house. You’re all set with pre-approved financing and a grand vision of how you’ll make this place look fabulous. Best of all, after some nail-biting negotiations, the seller has finally accepted your offer.You’re done, right? Well, not quite yet. There's still the home inspection—arguably the most important step of the home-buying process. Simply put, it can make or break the sale.  Of course, you probably know that the inspection is meant to, well, inspect the house and suss out any problems. But you may very well be making some sweeping—and perhaps false—assumptions about how these professionals work.

It can be confusing, we know. So join us as we debunk some of the most common home inspection myths.

Myth No. 1: A home inspection is the same thing as a home appraisal

In fact, these two things could not be more different, says Tim Buell, president of the American Society of Home Inspectors and a retired home inspector in Hilliard, OH.“An appraiser’s function is to determine the value of a house on behalf of the lending institution," he says. "Home inspectors are only interested in the safety of the home—not the value.”That means if the seller offers up a glowing appraisal report, you shouldn't be swayed into thinking you’ve just saved yourself the price of a home inspection. Got it?

Myth No. 2: Home inspectors can advise you on whether to buy the house

“That's not my field of expertise," says ASHI’s Executive Director Frank Lesh, of the Home Sweet Home Inspection Co. in Chicago. “Often people ask, ‘Would you buy this house?’ I can only tell you about the functioning portions of the house, not whether you should buy it.”

And don't forget: Even though most inspections are done at the buyer's request, inspectors are impartial. If you think inspections are meant to help the buyer renegotiate the purchase price, Buell says, think again.

Myth No. 3: It doesn't matter which inspector you hire

In the U.S., only 30 states

require licensing for home inspectors, according to the ASHI. But even licensed inspectors have various levels of training or certification, so it’s up to the buyer (you) to find a competent professional. “Just because someone is licensed doesn't mean they're qualified," Lesh says. "It means they have met a minimum requirement for their license.”Do your homework by getting referrals from professional associations, agents, and other homeowners, and then checking references thoroughly.

Myth No. 4: The inspector will uncover every single thing that's wrong with the house

Much as you wish they could, home inspectors simply cannot check every nook and cranny, Buell says.“People think we can see behind walls, but I’m not Superman—I don’t have X-ray vision,” he adds.Rather, home inspectors are guests in the seller’s home, which limits what they can do.“We can't tear into a wall to look behind it, or rip something apart to see why it's making a noise,” he says. “We're there for a visual inspection of readily accessible areas of the home, so if there's a china cabinet in front of something, we're not going to move it.”That said, home inspectors do use specialized tools such as infrared cameras and moisture meters that allow them to gather more information. But buyers should be realistic about what they’ll learn, Buell notes.For example: If you're buying a house in the middle of the winter, an inspector probably won’t be able to check a roof with 3 feet of snow on it. Instead, they’ll check the attic sheathing for signs of leaks.

Myth No. 5: Buyers don’t belong at the home inspection

It doesn't matter whether you know anything about home construction and maintenance. “Buyers absolutely should be there, without question,” Lesh insists. “I can go into more detail [than in the report], and you’ll have a three-dimensional view.”Lesh also encourages all buyers—especially first-timers—to ask questions. While home inspectors can't tell you whether to buy the house, they can share maintenance tips and advice.

Myth No. 6: Brand-new homes don’t need to be inspected

Faulty construction can lead to all kinds of repair nightmares in the future, so sparkly new houses need to be checked���maybe even more carefully than older ones, Lesh says.“With a house that's already been lived in ... I can see whether there are signs of leakage, mold, or anything that occurs over a period of time,” he explains. “If it’s a brand-new house, nobody has showered in that shower or used the appliances, so it absolutely should be inspected, even though it’s under warranty.”

Myth No. 7: Home inspectors can predict the future

Lesh once had a client whose father wanted to know exactly how long the furnace would last.“I opened my case and said, ‘Oh, gosh, I forgot my crystal ball,’” Lesh recalls.“A home inspection is a snapshot in time,” Buell says. “We can tell you how old certain appliances are, and what the useful life of something is. ... But we don't know when a plumbing leak is going to happen or when a fuse will break on an electric panel."Lesh does, however, tell clients that everything in the house will need to be replaced at some point. Best practice? Budget 1% of the value of the house per year for maintenance.

Myth No. 8: A good house will ‘pass’ the inspection

Home inspection reports will never indicate whether a property passes or fails, Lesh says. That’s because everything depends on a buyer's tolerance level: What’s acceptable for one buyer could cause another to walk away.“I'm the judge of the house in terms of whether it’s safe," Lesh explains. "But I always ask people: Can you live with this?”If you can, then the house passes your test. And that's all that matters.

Written by Wendy Helfenbaum  for Realtor.com

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6 Inquiries to Ask When Picking a Residence Equity Finance

So you require some money for unanticipated expenditures. The roofing tackled a leakage, the deck decomposed via and also a brand-new family addition tightened living area. You bought way too much Christmas on credit scores currently the costs are overwhelming. Junior obtained approved to that Ivy Organization institution. Using your residence equity can assist alleviate your financial worry. Before deciding on borrowing ask yourself a couple of inquiries initially.1. Do I require a house equity loan or a residence equity credit line?If rate of interest are low, a car loan is a smarter selection. You can borrow the total at the same time ant get a set rate on the whole quantity. The advantage allows you to understand what does it cost? to budget for monthly payments.On the other hand, a line of credit will let you borrow from a revolving credit line with variable rates of interest. You access the money similar to a checking account by composing a look for the acquisition. Then the amount used is repaid. If the prices vary, your repayments will also.2. Are there restrictions on how I make use of the obtained cash?The majority of financings and also lines of credit can be made use of for a range of things. Whether you wish to consolidate all your debts into one, do some residence renovations or pay for university tuition, an equity lending or line of credit could be the solution.Make certain to ask yourself if you can manage the extra settlements. Is your spending plan versatile sufficient? Will including an additional repayment will not over-extend a limited spending plan?3. Just how do I discover the best rates of interest?Your best bet to figure out the variety of rate of interest offered by economic solutions firms is to shop around. Ask inquiries. Look for a firm your comfy collaborating with. Search for ones that do not bill application fees. Inquire about charging a fine for early payoff.4. Exactly what is the term of the finance? Is it better to obtain a 5- 10- or 15 year term?You'll want to identify exactly what your monetary future strategy is when selecting the regard to the lending. If you're preparing to retire quickly, you may wish to request a shorter term. The longer your funding terms, the lower your monthly payments.5. Exist any kind of tax advantages to borrowing with a home equity funding?There are many excellent tax obligation benefits to residence equity car loans and lines of credit. The interest is tax deductible on your government earnings tax obligation. Be sure to consult your tax expert prior to making an application for a lending to be specific of the reductions.6. Is the lending application prolonged and how long prior to I get an answer?More and more lenders are allowing customers to obtain lendings over the phone or online. It can take as little as 10 minutes for the application process. And also lots of pre-approvals could be delivered in a few hrs. Final authorization commonly takes any type of where from 5-- 10 days while evaluating your house is taking place. Typically the whole process could be completed without leaving your residence with last papers and also checks being sent with the mail.Taking advantage of your home equity to ease economic concerns can be a great idea. Do your homework. Search. Set up your budget plan. Make use of the money of what you require. Lansing Michigan

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6 Questions to Ask When Selecting a House Equity Lending

So you require some money for unexpected costs. The roof took on a leakage, the deck rotted through as well as a brand-new family addition tightened up living room. You purchased too much Xmas on credit rating currently the costs are overwhelming. Junior obtained accepted to that Ivy League school. Taking advantage of your home equity could help relieve your financial burden. Before picking borrowing ask on your own a couple of questions initially.1. Do I need a residence equity finance or a residence equity credit line?If rate of interest are low, a finance is a smarter choice. You can borrow the sum total at the same time ant get a fixed price on the entire quantity. The benefit allows you to recognize how much to budget for monthly payments.On the other hand, a line of credit will certainly allow you borrow from a revolving line of credit with variable interest rates. You access the money just like a bank account by creating a check for the acquisition. Then the amount used is repaid. If the prices vary, your repayments will additionally.2. Are there restrictions on just how I use the borrowed money? clearwater florida realtor Many fundings as well as lines of credit can be utilized for a selection of points. Whether you intend to consolidate all your financial debts right into one, do some home enhancements or spend for university tuition, an equity funding or line of credit can be the response.Be sure to ask yourself if you can pay for the additional repayments. Is your budget plan versatile sufficient? Will including one more settlement won't over-extend a tight budget?3. Exactly how do I discover the best rate of interest?Your best option to identify the variety of interest rates provided by economic services companies is to look around. Ask concerns. Try to find a company your comfortable collaborating with. Search for ones that do not charge application charges. Ask about charging a penalty for early payoff.4. What is the term of the lending? Is it better to get a 5- 10- or 15 year term?You'll intend to identify exactly what your monetary future approach is when picking the regard to the lending. If you're intending to retire quickly, you might want to ask for a much shorter term. The longer your funding terms, the reduced your regular monthly settlements.5. Are there any type of tax benefits to borrowing with a house equity loan?There are many great tax obligation benefits to residence equity fundings as well as lines of credit. The interest is tax obligation deductible on your government earnings tax. Make certain to consult your tax expert prior to making an application for a funding to be specific of the reductions.6. Is the loan application lengthy as well as how much time prior to I get a solution?More and more lenders are allowing customers to get fundings over the phone or online. It can take as little as 10 mins for the application procedure. And also many pre-approvals could be delivered in a couple of hours. Final authorization frequently takes any kind of where from 5-- 10 days while evaluating your residence is happening. Frequently the entire process can be finished without leaving your house with last records and also checks being sent with the mail.Taking advantage of your house equity to ease economic problems can be a smart idea. Do your research. Shop around. Establish your spending plan. Make use of the money for what you need.

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Capita plc’s 6.7% dividend yield is too good for me to pass up

Dividend stocks appeal to those of us looking for income, with many investors drawn to the stocks with the highest dividend yields. But for investors relying on them for living expenses, consistency is just as important as yield.

The challenge is to find those high-yield stocks where current dividend payouts are sustainable, and to avoid those stocks which are in imminent danger of drastic cuts to their payouts.

With this in mind, I reckon outsourced services provider Capita (LSE: CPI) belongs to the former category. The stock’s 6.7% dividend yield may seem too good to be true for many investors, but I’m confident about the safety of its income prospects.

Strong free cash flow

Although the company has been on the receiving end of a string of misfortunes, which includes the loss of its key MoD contract in September and a bigger-than-expected fall in its first-half profits, Capita has a strong balance sheet and is generating robust free cash flow.

While pre-tax profit in the six months to 30 June dropped 26% to £28m, reported free cash flow fared more resiliently over the period — down just 9% to £182m, which was well in excess of what was needed to cover organic capital expenditure and current dividend payments.

Capita’s balance sheet in also in better shape than many of its rivals, with an adjusted net debt-to-adjusted EBITDA ratio of 2.86 times at the end of June, following a £183m reduction in net debt to £1.6bn in the first half.

Immense potential

Looking ahead, there’s immense potential for Capita to make a comeback too. Although the company is seeing delays in decision-making by customers caused by Brexit uncertainty, market conditions could perk up on further progress on a trade and a transition deal.

Meanwhile, Capita is undergoing a restructuring to make the business more efficient and focus on more profitable work. It is already showing some encouraging progress, after having recently won a new contract to deliver apprenticeship services to the Civil Service and a lucrative £15m deal with Nats to provide a new network for the UK’s air traffic control company.

Regulatory risk

Elsewhere, water company United Utilities (LSE: UU) may be catching investors’ attention lately. Although the stock has a more modest yield of 4.8% compared to Capita, the company has a significantly higher yield than its closest peer Severn Trent, which yields just 3.9%.

On the downside, there may be good reason for its higher yield. The company’s share price is trading near a three-year low on growing concerns about its regulatory risks. Given mounting political pressure on water companies to reduce bill increases for customers and to reduce water leakages, analysts are beginning to question whether windfall returns are sustainable as a tougher regulatory regime looks set to come into place.

United Utilities is seen to be at particular risk because it has relied more heavily on outperformance against Ofwat’s Outcome Delivery Incentives to deliver attractive returns than have its sector peers. This makes the company more vulnerable to a cut in permitted returns in its next price review.

Still, given the sizeable yield gap with its closest rival, I reckon investors may be adequately compensated for the higher risk associated with the company’s future prospects.

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