Retirement planning amid economic turbulence

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On October 10, Republican presidential nominee John McCain unveiled an economic plan that would waive rules forcing senior citizens to withdraw from their IRAs or 401(k)s beginning at age 70 1/2. Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama also supports the idea. What could the proposed rule change means for retirees? Guest: Angela Thomson, Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Coastal Financial Planning Inc., Lincoln, Rhode Island

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