Public Pressure Growing to Pay Glens Falls (NY) Firefighter’s Pension

A groundswell of public support has emerged for Glens Falls Fire Lieutenant Doug Holl, who was denied full retirement benefits after being diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's disease.

Glens Falls (NY) Shoots Down Pension for Firefighter Suffering Early-Onset Alzheimer’s

Glens Falls Fire Lieutenant Doug Holl, in his mid-50s, was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s over a year ago.
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MI Supreme Court Backs Cities’ Tax Levies for First-Responder Retiree Health-Care Benefits

The Michigan Supreme Court rejected a pair of plaintiffs’ attempt to force the cities of Warren and St. Clair Shores to stop using funds from a tax levy to pay for…
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Senate to Take Up Expanded Social Security Benefits Impacting Firefighters

The Senate is pushing toward a vote on legislation that would expand Social Security benefits for millions of people.

NH Firefighters Sue State Over Pension Benefits

First responders are suing the state's retirement system, claiming they've been denied benefits owed to them.

Firefighter Financial Planning Tips: Know the “4%” Rule

The 4% Rule answers a common retirement planning question - How much money do I need to retire?

Three Ways to Create a Stronger Income Plan for Retirement

Take a moment to assess your financial standing and consider the various factors that might impact your portfolio.

Benefits of Permanent Life Insurance in Your Estate Plan

Despite the fact that few individuals want to contemplate death, life insurance can be a critical part of estate planning.

Is Market Risk Holding Your Retirement Nest Egg Hostage?

if you’ve achieved a level of financial success where you can consider retirement, you can and should think differently about your investments.