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Health reform won't hurt elders

Sen. Herb Kohl chats about health reform, long-term care, target-date funds and retirement issues.

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New tax rules will make 2010 an ideal time to convert a traditional IRA to a Roth.
There's probably no need to divvy up your retirement nest egg among several investment firms.
Retirees can avoid outliving their money by buying annuities, but they can be complex and costly.
Use your clout and common sense to reduce the impact of fees on your retirement nest egg.
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