Tag Archives: Retirement
Will the Lottery Fund Your Retirement? Don’t Bet On It
Sep 23, 2010 - 40 percent of Americans with incomes between $25,000 and $35,000 think their best shot at paying for their retirement is winning the lottery. Their odds of winning an academy award are much greater.
Pining for Pensions: We Want Them, Even When They Leave Us Wanting
Aug 26, 2010 - A new study shows that half of Americans would love the stability of a pension instead of a volatile 401(k). But other research reveals that pensions have problems of their own these days.
Half of Baby Boomers May Not Have Enough For Retirement
Jul 14, 2010 - According to a recently-released study, many of those facing retirement haven't set enough aside to keep their golden years golden.
Don’t Let Your Employer Decide How to Invest Your Retirement Plan
Jun 14, 2010 - Just because your employer automatically enrolled you in their retirement plan doesn't mean you leave amounts and investments up to them as well.
3 Ways to Get a Will
Jan 29, 2010 - What would your family do if you died tomorrow? Do you have a plan in place to take care of those you love? 3 ways to get a will.
3 Things to Consider Before Converting Your IRA to a Roth
Jan 04, 2010 - 2010 is the only year that special conversion rules apply when switching your IRA to a tax-free Roth IRA, but should you do it?
Manage Your 401(K) in 1 Minute
Jul 27, 2009 - Millions of Americans are upside down in their 401(k) or other retirement plan. Are you ready for a one-minute lesson that's going to make you a better investor?
How To Find A Financial Advisor
Jul 02, 2009 - Finding the right financial advisor might be one of the most important things you do.
4 Ways To Fix Your Retirement
Dec 29, 2008 - Money Talks reporter Stacy Johnson has 4 ideas to rebuild your retirement and get your savings back on track.
Senior Real Estate Specialists
Nov 20, 2008 - You know some doctors specialize in seniors. But did you know some Realtors do too? Are SRES (Senior Real Estate Specialists) worth it?
Is Your Brokerage Safe?
Oct 03, 2008 - With all the talk of banks going under, what about your stock brokerage? If it fails, is your money insured?
Investing for Retirement
Sep 18, 2008 - There have been many books written on retirement investing and there will be many more. But I really don’t understand why a distinction is so often made regarding investing for your golden years, because basically all the investing you’re ever doing is for retirement. In other words, the whole point of investing is to make [...]
Retirement Planning For 50-Somethings (and over)
Jul 28, 2008 - When your in your 50's, retirement planning is more important than ever, especially considering many retirees can expect to live well into their 90's (some, into their 100's). So, if you retire at age 65, you're potentially looking at 30 or more years of retirement to pay for. That means you'd better have enough savings to cover it.
Retirement Planning For 40-Somethings
Jul 25, 2008 - When you reach your 40s, retirement's no longer a vague concept... it's a reality looming in your future, and one you'd better be investing for properly. Are you?
Retirement Planning For 30-Somethings
Jul 23, 2008 - When you hit your 30’s, the focus for many is marriage, kids, and buying a home. All big life events that can cost big bucks. But no matter how much you're shelling out in your 30's... you can still find some money to save for retirement.
