Search Results for 'retirement'
Most Seniors Can’t Pony Up More for Health Care
Krystal Steinmetz on November 26, 2019
A new Kaiser Family Foundation tool shows the harsh reality of trying to shift more Medicare costs to already-strapped seniors.
14 Things You Need to Do to Be a Financial Adult
Guest Blogger on July 9, 2014
Even if you’re living with your parents, it’s time to learn how to become an independent financial adult.
The New American Dream: Getting Out of Debt
Guest Blogger on July 4, 2014
What does the American Dream look like today? It’s not owning a home.
Are You Making These 6 Costly College Planning Mistakes?
Allison Martin on June 27, 2014
Many students prepare to attend college each year, but how many are ready to handle the cost? Here are some tips to help you and your student avoid the financial crunch.
Everything You Don’t Know About 529 College Savings Plans
Maryalene LaPonsie on June 25, 2014
What you don’t know about these 529 plans could fill a warehouse. Become one of the enlightened few to know all about these excellent savings plans.
Retiring Early Could Cost You $51,000 Extra in Medical Bills
Krystal Steinmetz on June 13, 2014
Fidelity says couples retiring this year will face $220,000 in medical costs during retirement. It’s $51,000 more if you retire early at 62.
Retirees Are Back on the Job and Liking It, Survey Says
Krystal Steinmetz on June 11, 2014
A new study shows that many Americans want to continue to work in retirement, and money is not the top motivation for most of them.
You Should Have This Talk With Your Kid
Krystal Steinmetz on June 11, 2014
A new survey shows half of parents have the planning and saving for college discussion with their kids when they’re between 7 and 12, and most parents expect their children to help pay for their education.
Can a Debt Collector Come After My Social Security?
Guest Blogger on May 7, 2020
Are your Social Security benefits safe from debt collectors? It turns out that the answer isn’t necessarily clear-cut.
The Best Places to Retire Are Not Where You Think
Krystal Steinmetz on March 5, 2021
Bankrate.com ranks the best states to retire in for 2014, and Florida and Arizona don’t rank in the top 10.
Boomers Put Recession Behind Them and Retire in Droves
Karen Datko on May 30, 2014
Many baby boomers put off their retirement plans because of the ravages of the Great Recession. Now they’re feeling more confident about quitting work.
New Report Says Target Board Slashed CEO’s Pay
Krystal Steinmetz on May 20, 2014
As a result of shareholder anger, Target slashed Gregg Steinhafel’s pay by about $8 million. He’s since been let go.
Women Twice as Likely as Men to Retire in Poverty
Krystal Steinmetz on May 15, 2014
The median income for elderly women is $11,600 less per year than it is for senior men.
What My Mom Taught Me About Money
Stacy Johnson CPA on May 6, 2015
As Mother’s Day approaches, it occurs to me that my mom taught me everything I ever needed to know about money when I was a kid.
Skipping College? You Just Cost Yourself $800,000
Krystal Steinmetz on May 8, 2014
The Federal Reserve said there is an $800,000 earnings difference between having a college degree and stopping your education after high school.
Borrowing From Your 401(k)? 6 Traps to Avoid
Allison Martin on May 6, 2014
First among them: You’ll likely be damaging your retirement prospects. Leave the money alone if you can.
When Your Student Loan Debt Shouldn’t Be Your First Priority
Guest Blogger on May 6, 2014
Repaying your student debt may feel like it should be your top priority, but a financial expert says there are other places you should put your money first.
Interest Rates Expected to Spike on Student Loans
Krystal Steinmetz on May 5, 2014
Federal student loan rates are expected to jump alongside the Treasury 10-year note.
7 Bad Pieces of Get-Out-of-Debt Advice
Guest Blogger on May 5, 2014
Advice from friends can be helpful at times, but here are some pieces of debt advice that it’s best to ignore.
Americans Are Retiring Later in Life But Much Sooner Than They Planned
Krystal Steinmetz on April 29, 2014
A new Gallup poll indicates that, on average, Americans don’t retire until age 62.
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