- Should You Wait Until Age 70 to Retire?
Full retirement age is now 66 or 67, depending on the year you were born. But a recent survey revealed that one in four workers don’t plan to retire until after their 70th birthday. While some people may choose to work longer out of a desire to stay active, others may have to do so in order… read more…
- Does the 4% Rule Still Work for Retirees?
Planning for retirement involves more than just mapping out your savings strategy. You’ll need to know how much you can afford to spend once you leave the workforce. In the past, some financial experts recommended that retirees stick with the 4% rule when making retirement withdrawals from a 401(k) or similar retirement account. But it may… read more…
- 5 Ways You Risk Going Broke in Retirement
Everyone wants to be able to retire comfortably, but making that dream a reality is easier said than done. Even if you’re socking money away here and there, there’s no guarantee that you’ll have enough cash for your golden years. In… read more…
- Where Are Retirees Moving? – 2016 Edition
As the baby boomer generation ages into their 60s and 70s, the number of retirees in the United States is going to increase. So too will their economic sway. Many retirees, no longer anchored to a city or region by their job, choose to pack up and leave. Some seek a lower cost of living.… read more…
- 3 Retirement Planning Rules Rich People Swear By
If retiring rich is one of your financial goals, one of the best ways to make that happen is to study the habits of wealthy savers. When it comes to money, the rich know a thing or two about growing… read more…
- The Average Retirement Age in Every State in 2015
Choosing the right retirement age is as difficult as it is important. A premature retirement can also cost you a chunk of your annual Social Security income. Retiring too early could leave you short on savings years into your retirement. Regardless of when you retire, you’ll want to stick to a retirement budget to ensure your… read more…
- The Best States for an Early Retirement
Thinking about an early retirement? If so, you’ll need to plan carefully. There are a number of financial challenges for early retirees that those who wait until 65 or later don’t need to worry about. For instance, while you can start claiming Social Security benefits as early as 62, doing so will cut into the… read more…
- Why Your Retirement Age Matters
Whether your dream is taking early retirement or working through your eighties, you should know why your retirement age matters. Choosing when to retire is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll make for the rest of your life and it… read more…
- Average Retirement Savings: How Do You Compare?
If you’re wondering what’s a normal amount of retirement savings, you’re probably one of the 60% of Americans who either don’t think their savings are on track or aren’t sure, according to the Federal Reserve’s “Report on the Economic Well-Being… read more…
- Where You Need to Be a Millionaire to Retire – 2015 Edition
Do you have a cool million dollars sitting in your retirement account? If not, you probably need to keep saving if you’re planning on retiring in one of America’s largest cities. Thanks to the rising cost of living in urban areas across the country, retiring in a big city is more expensive than ever. In places… read more…
- 3 Ways Retiring Early Can Hurt Your Finances
Early retirement isn’t the norm for most workers, but with some careful planning, it’s possible to quit the 9-to-5 grind 10, 15 or even 20 years ahead of schedule. Whether you plan to spend your golden years sunning on the beach or traveling the world, it’s important to be prepared for how leaving the workforce early… read more…
- Top 5 Reasons to Work Past Retirement Age
Once upon a time you worked at a job for 40 years or so. Then they gave you a cake, a gold watch and a pat on the back and sent you on your way, never to be seen or… read more…
- 10 Retirement Terms Made Simple
It’s best to begin saving for retirement sooner rather than later to ensure that your 65-year-old self is as financially secure as possible. But all the jargon associated with retirement plans can make them almost impossible to comprehend. It’s time for… read more…
- The Pros and Cons of Target Date Funds for Retirement
Maybe your 401(k) is invested in a target date fund, or you’re considering a target date fund for your IRA. You should know about the growing debate around an important question: How well do these funds work as retirement savings vehicles? Read on for the pros and cons of these popular funds. Find out now:… read more…
- 2024-2025 Retirement Contribution Limits
Funneling money into a tax-advantaged account, such as an IRA or a 401(k) is a must if you’re banking on enjoying a comfortable retirement. These kinds of accounts offer a much higher rate of growth compared to a regular savings… read more…
- Filing Bankruptcy in Retirement? What You Need to Know
Ideally, by the time you reach retirement age, you’ll have accumulated enough savings to sustain a comfortable standard of living. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case for seniors who find themselves entering their golden years saddled with debt. Faced with… read more…
- Top Business Opportunities for Retirees
To many, an imminent retirement can seem like a prison sentence. They feel they will be cut off from the world and locked away, enjoying only the occasional weekend visit by family and friends. For those who want a little more… read more…
- How to Save for Retirement Without an Employer Savings Plan
The sooner you can start saving for your retirement, the better. Plus, saving for your retirement is often made a lot easier with the help of an employer savings plan. However, not everyone has access to a 401(k), 403(b) or… read more…
- 5 Retirement Planning Moves for Late Starters
When you’re trying to build your nest egg, it’s best to start setting money aside as soon as possible. The longer you put it off, the less time your assets have to grow. If you wait too long, you risk… read more…
- Don’t Forget About Life Expectancy When Planning For Retirement
There’s a lot of variability when it comes to planning for retirement. If you’re a 20, 30 or even 40-something plugging away at your day job, you’ve probably entered your information into a retirement calculator once or twice just to see what came up. It’s always fun to think about retirement no matter how far away… read more…
- 5 Popular Countries to Consider for Retirement
When it comes to retirement there are a number of things that need to be considered. One of the most important is where you are planning to live during your golden years. For many North Americans, retiring abroad is becoming… read more…
- Should You Be Mortgage Free When You Retire?
When you sign the dotted line on that 30-year mortgage, you’re probably thinking how great it will be to have that house paid off right around the time you retire. But most people don’t live in the same house for 30 years like they used to. Plus some choose to take on second mortgages through… read more…
- 5 Ways You Could Be Sabotaging Your Retirement
Wanting a financially sound retirement and actually achieving it are two different things. Without a solid plan for reaching your retirement goals, your golden years could end up being somewhat tarnished. Securing your financial future is all about making the… read more…
- How Rising Interest Rates Affect Retirement
What may be good for the economy may not have been good for retirees. When the markets crashed and the economy tanked the Federal Reserve lowered interest rates. Then they lowered them some more and then lowered them still further… read more…