The prices of groceries, gasoline, and pretty much everything else seem sky-high these days and are getting higher. There's a silver lining to this cloud, however -- at least for...
Social Security's richest beneficiaries will get richer next year, with the maximum benefit set to take a substantial leap thanks to the 2027 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). We won't know the...
You'll often hear that if you're trying to save for retirement, your best bet is to make contributions to an IRA or 401(k). That's because these accounts are loaded with...
If you had asked me this time last year, I would have told you that I'm absolutely, without a doubt, waiting until age 70 to claim Social Security benefits. Today,...
An above-average Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will likely be coming your way in a few months. The latest projection estimates the 2027 COLA will come in around 3.8%, according...
Last year was filled with history-making moments for America's leading retirement program, Social Security. In addition to Social Security celebrating its 90th "birthday," 2025 marked the first time that the...
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Many people in the U.S. are nearing retirement with 401(k) accounts that are too small. If you're one of them, you may want to add as much extra money as...
Even though I'm not close to ending my career, as someone who writes about retirement all the time, I like to contemplate different financial scenarios. I've spent hours thinking about...
A 401(k) loan is a convenient way to borrow money in a pinch: You don't need a credit check, you can get the money pretty quickly, and you pay it...
If you want the most Social Security checks possible, signing up as soon as you become eligible is your best move. But if you want the largest lifetime benefit, that...
If you hope to retire comfortably someday, then saving for the future needs to be a high priority. But that's tough for a lot of people to do. Obviously, you...
After spending a lifetime saving for retirement, the last thing you want to risk is running out of money while you're still alive. And having a strategic withdrawal strategy could...
Discover how long-term dividend growth has stacked up against inflation, why payouts can swing sharply in recessions, and what that means for income and total-return strategies. Watch the video below...
Maximizing your Social Security benefits is a bit more complicated when you're married. Not only do you have to worry about timing your claim right, but you also have to...
Between learning from my own mistakes and decades of writing about finance, I'm continually impressed by how confidently each of my children approaches money -- particularly when it comes to...
Discover how a disciplined mix of stocks, bonds, and an income cushion can support steady retirement withdrawals, reduce risk, and keep emotions out of portfolio decisions. Watch the video below...
Social Security most likely won't be enough to cover your retirement expenses -- or at least not without having to cut corners in a significant way. If you want to...
