Social Security has a history as old as humanity itself. But what does Social Security look like in the United States, and more importantly, what does the future of Social Security look like? In this article, we review the past, present, and future of this important program.
A retirement lifestyle is more than just saving money, but also deciding how you want to spend that extra time. A look at what you want to consider.
You’ve probably been hearing about “The Great Resignation” as more Americans than ever are leaving their jobs. We examine why this is happening in our latest informative article.
Net worth is just one part of your financial picture, but it’s a good diagnostic to know. Learn more about how to calculate your net worth and why it matters.
Mary has been a teacher at the local elementary school for 25 years.
When planning your retirement income, you should include healthcare costs. Here are some of the top healthcare costs in retirement to consider.
Following the CARES and SECURE Acts, the rules for RMDs have changed in 2021. This summary will show you how.
Should frugality be a cornerstone of your retirement savings plan? Before changing your quality of life today for your future retirement goals, here's what you should consider first.
The Social Security Administration announced a 2021 Cost of Living Increase of 1.3% on Oct. 13, 2020. Whether you’re currently working or enjoying retirement, here’s how you may be affected.
From neglecting your emergency fund to withdrawing too soon, there are fundamental mistakes that could cost retirees dearly in the future.
16.1% of employers have cut matching 401(k) contributions in light of COVID-19. If this happened to you, or you're worried it could, here are the next steps you should be taking right away to still save for retirement.
If you're retired, a market crash is cause for concern. Here are 4 things you can do to help make positive financial decisions in the wake of a market downturn.
Are you still paying your children’s phone bill or offering financial assistance when they ask for it? Supporting your adult children can decrease your chances of a quality retirement and inhibit their growth. If it’s time to smoothly cut the cord — follow these 4 steps to ease the process!
New legislation has passed. Discover what has changed and how it could make a major impact on your retirement savings.
There are a number of important details to consider when it comes to maximizing your Social Security benefits, especially when you're married.
Retirement is a momentous chapter in your life and deciding where to spend it should be equally exciting.
With a bit of time to prepare, you can enter the second half of the year feeling financially confident and on track to meet your goals.
If you're a little behind on retirement savings, don't panic. Here's three ways you can catch up and bulk up your account.