Retirement
Record 401(K) Savings Rate. Check How Your Retirement Contributions Stack Up
Claire Monroe on June 9, 2025
New data reveals a record workplace investment level, offering insight into how your personal efforts compare nationwide. Are you on track?
Social Security Sends 2.5 Million Retroactive Payments to Public Workers: What You Need to Know
Claire Monroe on June 9, 2025
Millions of retired teachers, firefighters, and public employees are receiving long-delayed benefits after a major policy change — see how it could impact you.
10 Questions to Ask Before Taking a Job in Retirement
Kendall Blythe on June 9, 2025
Working after retiring isn’t always about the money. Before you commit, it’s worth thinking through what really fits your goals, lifestyle, and future.
Women and Retirees Worry Even as Others Believe Their Finances Are on Solid Ground
Kendall Blythe on June 9, 2025
Financial confidence is rising, but many women and retirees remain anxious about inflation, healthcare, and savings gaps.
Millions of Americans Are Working Past 65 and Reshaping the Meaning of Retirement
Kendall Blythe on June 9, 2025
Nearly one in five Americans over 65 is still working. With traditional private pensions fading, many are finding flexible, fulfilling jobs that offer purpose, income, and a new take on retirement.
How Volunteering Can Boost Your Health and Wallet in Retirement
Claire Monroe on June 9, 2025
Volunteering in retirement may offer more than just feel-good moments. Here’s why millions are making it part of their long-term plan.
Caregiving and Retirement: Protecting Your Future While Supporting Loved Ones
Logan Kirkby on June 9, 2025
Family caregiving often means tough choices between supporting loved ones and maintaining your own retirement plans. Here’s what every caregiver should know.
Staying Safe Online When You Didn’t Grow up Digital
Kendall Blythe on June 9, 2025
Build confidence online with free or low-cost programs that teach essential skills and help you spot potential scams.
How Older Americans Are Powering an $8.3 Trillion Economic Revolution
Kendall Blythe on June 9, 2025
People over 50 hold most of the nation’s wealth, and they’re using it to redefine work, travel, and what aging really looks like.
How Many Americans Have $1 Million in Retirement Savings?
Kendall Blythe on June 9, 2025
The magic million remains an elusive goal for many. Here’s how far most Americans fall short, and what it means for your future planning.
Get Help Paying Your Energy Bills in Retirement
Logan Kirkby on June 8, 2025
Many older adults are surprised to learn federal energy aid is available right now. Find out how to access support and start lowering your bills.
Going It Alone: Smart Financial Moves for Solo Agers
Kendall Blythe on June 7, 2025
Aging without family support changes everything. From housing to health care, self-reliant seniors face unique financial challenges that require smarter, earlier planning.
Dave Ramsey’s Stark Warning About Social Security and 401k Retirement Reality
Claire Monroe on June 7, 2025
Millions count on Social Security and 401(k)s, but Ramsey says that strategy could leave you exposed. Here’s what to consider instead.
28 Tips for Retiring Early From People Who Have Actually Done It
Kathleen Coxwell on June 6, 2025
Find out what to expect from an early retirement and how to make it happen.
This IRS Formula Determines How Much of Your Social Security Gets Taxed
Claire Monroe on June 6, 2025
Understanding how Social Security is taxed is key to minimizing taxes on your benefits.
Here Are the Average 401(k) Balances of 4 Generations. How Do You Compare?
Chris Kissell on June 6, 2025
Find out how your retirement savings stack up against the balances of your peers.
Seniors May Soon Qualify for a Bigger Income Tax Deduction
Claire Monroe on June 5, 2025
A bill in Congress would raise the standard deduction by $4,000 for taxpayers aged 65 and older. Here’s how it would work.
7 Survival Strategies for When You’re Freaking Out About Money
Claire Monroe on June 5, 2025
No cash? No problem. These fast, practical strategies tackle stress, stop the spiral, and help you regain control of your finances.
5 Ways COVID-19 Forever Changed How Americans Plan for Long-Term Care
Claire Monroe on June 5, 2025
Discover how Americans are building smarter, safer aging plans now.
9 Buffett-Backed Principles to Supercharge Your Savings
Claire Monroe on June 5, 2025
Make your money work smarter with strategies inspired by one of the world’s most successful investors.
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