Retirement
7 Steps to Save for Retirement When You’re in Your 50s (It’s Not Too Late)
Kathleen Coxwell on June 2, 2025
You still have time to build up retirement savings if you’re over 50 — but you better act fast.
Social Security Checks Face June Cuts As Student Loan Garnishments Resume
Kendall Blythe on June 1, 2025
Your Social Security check could shrink by 15% starting June 3rd if you have defaulted on federal student loans.
Trim the Fat: 10 Questions Retirees Should Ask to Cut Costs
Kendall Blythe on June 1, 2025
Small changes in everyday spending can lead to meaningful savings in retirement. A closer look at familiar routines may reveal more flexibility than you think.
Will the US Raise Its Retirement Age to 70 Like Denmark
Jacqueline Leppla on May 31, 2025
As retirement reforms take shape abroad and at home, learn how these changes could affect your benefits, and what steps you can take now to protect your finances.
Dave Ramsey’s Straight Talk on Navigating Social Security and Medicare
Claire Monroe on May 31, 2025
The financial guru challenges one-size-fits-all retirement advice and offers clear guidance for making smarter, personalized decisions about Social Security and Medicare.
9 Retirement Decisions That Could Make You Pay More Taxes Than You Should
Kendall Blythe on May 30, 2025
Some common retirement choices can increase your tax burden. Learn how to avoid costly mistakes and keep more of the savings you’ve worked hard to build.
5 Ways to Create Structure and Purpose in Your Retirement Life
Claire Monroe on May 29, 2025
Discover simple strategies to organize time, boost meaning, and stay engaged throughout your post-career journey.
10 Risks That Prove It’s Time to Retire the Checkbook
Claire Monroe on May 29, 2025
Discover the hidden dangers that could put your money and peace of mind in jeopardy if you’re still using paper checks.
How Phone-Only Shows Are Reshaping TV and Cutting Costs
Claire Monroe on May 29, 2025
Discover how these bite-sized, vertical dramas are rewriting the rules of binge-watching — and helping viewers watch smarter and spend less in the process.
Retirement Savings Diversification: 10 Ways to Hit the Magic Number
Charlotte Dumont on May 29, 2025
Smart diversification can help turn your retirement savings into lasting security. These strategies make it easier to get on track, even if you’re starting late.
25 Habits That Separate the Financially Secure From the Struggling
Kendall Blythe on May 29, 2025
The difference between financial stress and stability often comes down to small daily decisions. These simple habits can lead to greater financial security, if you stick with them.
LexisNexis Data Breach Exposes Social Security Numbers and Personal Data of 364,000 Americans
Claire Monroe on May 28, 2025
Your Social Security number, driver’s license, and address might already be in the hands of hackers — even if you’ve never heard of LexisNexis. Here’s what you can do now to protect yourself.
Build While You Work: Become an Employee Owner
Claire Monroe on May 28, 2025
Employee-owned companies are outperforming traditional firms and turning everyday workers into wealth builders. This overlooked model could change your financial future.
How 3 Generations Can Lose Family Fortunes: 7 Steps to Breaking the Cycle
Claire Monroe on May 28, 2025
Family wealth doesn’t just disappear. It unravels. But the pattern isn’t destiny. Follow these steps to preserve your money.
10 Financial Pressures Shaping American Life Today
Kendall Blythe on May 28, 2025
Economic uncertainty is weighing on Americans, influencing how they spend, save, and plan for the future.
18 Cities Rethinking Transit Safety Before It’s Too Late
Claire Monroe on May 28, 2025
Across the country, cities are rethinking how to make public transit safer and more reliable. Here’s what you can learn — and what you can do — to protect yourself and your budget wherever you ride.
How Rookie Investors Are Beating Market Veterans in a Volatile Market
Claire Monroe on May 27, 2025
New investors are doing more than holding their own — they’re reshaping the rules. Discover what’s fueling their unexpected success and how both rookies and veterans can adapt to stay competitive.
25 Free Financial Literacy Tools: Master Your Money at Any Age
Charlotte Dumont on May 27, 2025
It’s never too late to get smarter about money. These free online tools can help you build confidence, cut through confusion, and take control of your financial future.
Tariffs Are Here: 7 Ways to Stay Ahead
Claire Monroe on May 27, 2025
Import costs are already rising, pushing prices higher on everyday essentials. These strategic money moves can help you stay ahead before your budget takes the hit.
Jean Chatzky Warns Americans About Social Security and 401(K) Retirement Planning
Kendall Blythe on May 27, 2025
Social Security projections are increasingly concerning. What can you do to get the most from both government benefits and employer-sponsored retirement plans?
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