Tag: Retirement
These Money Strategies Can Also Boost Your Love Life
Krystal Steinmetz on February 14, 2016
Nobody ever said it is easy to maintain relationships and manage finances. Find out how your love life can benefit from some common money strategies.
Could Obama’s New Retirement Proposal Help Your Nest Egg?
Karla Bowsher on February 11, 2016
If you work for a smaller employer, the president’s new proposal might boost your ability to save for retirement. Find out more.
These Are the 10 Best (and Worst) States to Retire
Krystal Steinmetz on February 2, 2016
Seniors should consider more than weather and where the kids are now in choosing a location to spend their golden years.
These 2 U.S. Regions Are Least Prepared for Retirement
Karla Bowsher on January 15, 2016
Residents of some places have better access to — and are more likely to participate in — employer-based retirement plans than employees in other parts of the country.
What Millionaires’ Financial Resolutions Mean for Your Money
Karla Bowsher on January 11, 2016
These days, the top financial concern of millionaires is not so far removed from the worries of the rest of us. Find out more.
Tax Hacks 2016: Don’t Overlook These 8 Deductions and Credits
Maryalene LaPonsie on January 6, 2016
Buried in the massive document that makes up the U.S. tax code are myriad ways to shrink your tax bill. Here are eight big ones that many people don’t realize they can claim.
Your Old Legos Could Be Worth More Than Gold
Karla Bowsher on December 30, 2015
Learn why the right Lego set might provide a bigger boost to your retirement nest egg than investments such as gold or stocks.
This Trend Could Allow You To Grow Old in Your Own Home, Affordably
Marilyn Lewis on December 8, 2015
The rapid emergence of nonprofit “neighborhood villages” allows older people to remain in their homes longer, receiving services through paid staff and volunteers. Here’s how to find one, or start your own.
Reality Is Likely to Dash Your Retirement Expectations
Karla Bowsher on December 4, 2015
Older workers could encounter some unexpectedly harsh truths in retirement. Find out why.
You Might Need Less Money to Retire Comfortably
Karla Bowsher on December 1, 2015
Recent research questions a standing rule of thumb about how much money people need to retire.
Is the New Government-Backed Retirement Plan For You?
Krystal Steinmetz on November 4, 2015
This free savings option with modest guaranteed returns is intended to help millions of Americans who do not have access to workplace-sponsored retirement plans. Find out if you’re eligible.
Why Retiring at 75 May Become the New Norm
Karla Bowsher on November 4, 2015
A study finds that a 23-year-old new graduate earning about $45,500 will not be able to retire until age 75. Learn about the main factors behind this reality.
Troubles on the Horizon for the 401(k) Plan
Bob Sullivan on November 3, 2015
It’s not a much feared stock market correction. This crisis is more fundamental.
100 CEOs to Retire With as Much as 50 Million Families Combined
Karla Bowsher on October 29, 2015
The retirement funds of the 100 wealthiest CEOs are worth a combined $4.9 billion — equal to the total retirement savings of 41 percent of American families. Find out how this happened.
The Best Cities for Building a Nest Egg
Karla Bowsher on October 27, 2015
The Big Apple may be home to the big money of Wall Street, but the nation’s best cities for building household wealth are less glamorous.
6 Football Strategies You Can Use to Retire Rich
Maryalene LaPonsie on October 20, 2015
On any given weekend, your favorite team is using these six principles to win on the field. You can use the same strategies to save for retirement.
Bad News, Seniors: Social Security Benefits Unlikely to Increase in 2016
Krystal Steinmetz on October 14, 2015
Here’s why your rising cost of living is not expected to be covered by a cost-of-living increase.
8 Celebrities Who Prove the Famous Can Be Frugal
Karla Bowsher on October 6, 2015
These rich and famous people balance living large with focusing on their financial future. Find out what kind of budget they live on, and how they invest the rest.
Should You Pay the Price for a Concierge Doctor?
Brandon Ballenger on October 1, 2015
Concierge medicine lets you see the doc when you want to in exchange for a regular, ongoing fee. Here’s how to figure out if the costs make sense for you.
How to Protect Grandma and Grandpa From Nasty Scams
Bob Sullivan on September 25, 2015
Callers posing as grandchildren continue to rob the elderly of money and dignity. Help prevent it by warning the elders in your family.
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