Al Waller
Host, ClearPathAl Waller is a long-time Baltimore native and employment expert with a 30-year career in leading and advising locally and globally based corporations on matters including: Talent Acquisition and Retention, Employee Relations, Training and Development. He began his career at PwC (Pricewaterhouse-Coopers) and, in 2004, established the consulting firm Applewood Partners. In the ensuing the years, he has gained in-depth insights into a variety of industries including health care and insurance.
As an encore career, Al has returned to his roots in radio by hosting ClearPath—Your Roadmap to Health & WealthSM. Back in the day, Al was a disc jockey playing music on local college radio stations including Johns Hopkins' WJHU—the NPR station that would later become WYPR.
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Megatrends are increasingly influencing industry, employers, and the world of work. Welcome back to ClearPath – Your Roadmap to Health & Wealth SM. I’m your host, Al Waller. Joining me is Catherine Collinson, founding CEO and president of nonprofit Transamerica Institute® and its Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies®. On this episode, we’ll be explaining megatrends, how they are impacting employers, and potential implications for workers. -
If you took a poll asking folks if they could cease indulging their unhealthy habits, I suspect the response would be largely in favor, but the question is: How? -
Do you have a grasp of retirement investing? Do you understand the terminology? If you do, then you are among the relatively few. A recent survey from nonprofit Transamerica Institute found that almost two-thirds of U.S. workers say they do not know as much as they should about retirement investing.
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Are you ready for a fresh start? Given the nonstop disruptions in nearly every aspect of our lives in recent years, there’s a good chance that you may be thinking about making some changes in your life. And maybe you’re looking for a good place to start.
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In the immortal words of Benjamin Franklin, “In this world, nothing is certain except death and taxes.” And it’s hard to believe that dreaded time of year – tax season – is upon us once again.On this episode of ClearPath – Your Roadmap to Health & WealthSM, we’ll be discussing what could be a bright spot for many this tax season – a little-known IRS tax credit for retirement savers known as the Saver’s Credit.I’m your host, Al Waller and joining me today is Catherine Collinson, CEO and president of nonprofit Transamerica Institute® and its Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies® to explain the Saver’s Credit, who can benefit from it, and how to claim it.
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2024 is Peak 65. Now, what is Peak 65, you might ask? It is a major demographic milestone during which more Americans will turn the traditional retirement age of 65 in the same year than ever before. On average, 12,000 Baby Boomers will turn age 65 every day in 2024 and many of them may have retirement on their minds.
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The U.S. population is growing older and the number of retirees is increasing. Since 2011, on average, 10,000 Baby Boomers have been turning age 65 every day and they will continue to do so through 2029. In its most recent survey of those ages 18 and older, nonprofit Transamerica Institute found that almost one in four individuals are now fully retired.
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The holiday season is a time of joy and togetherness, but it can also be stressful for many people. Gratitude is a powerful emotion that can bring happiness into our lives and put us at ease. It's the act of focusing on what you have rather than what you lack—and it has many health benefits.
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Often times in life, expectations and reality diverge. The weather forecast may call for rain but then it’s sunny all day. Or your map app says it will take 45 minutes to reach your destination, but an unexpected detour takes an hour and a half. Some things turn out better, others may turn out worse, and others may simply be totally different than expected.
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We all know health care-related expenses add up! The good news is that if you’re looking for a way to save money while also enjoying significant tax benefits, then look no further than a Health Savings Account (HSA).
