Retirement News

President Trump has pushed to make the federal government more efficient, but changes to tax law could lead to deeper Social Security cuts in the future.

Many people rush to claim Social Security early. But what about those who want to keep waiting?

There's a path that might let you keep all your benefits, plus the extra, if you're lucky.

You'll get the largest possible checks, but you may also have to contend with some serious drawbacks.

Even the rumor of a bear market can lead to panic-selling. If you want to make the most of your portfolio, though, your best bet is to hold steady.

You can move toward your golden years with a little more confidence and a lot more money.

Despite all the perks associated with Roth IRAs, myths have built up around them. Here's the truth about three of those myths.

Social Security spousal benefits could be easier to collect than you might think.

The wrong moves could have a negative impact on your retirement finances.

The deduction has gotten a lot of media attention, but not everyone stands to gain from it.

If you depend on those Social Security raises, it's important to know how they work.

It's possible to get more than $60,000 per year from Social Security, but qualifying is difficult.

An increase to monthly benefits is coming, but will recipients be satisfied?

Delinquent federal student loan borrowers are squarely in the sights of the Trump administration.

Sitting tight a little longer could work to your benefit.

Many investment fortunes were made starting with next to nothing.

Want more Social Security? Here's what married (or divorced) people should know.

Every dollar you receive in retirement is important. Here's what it takes to qualify for the highest possible monthly benefit.

Social Security's Old-Age and Survivors Insurance trust fund (OASI), which is responsible for doling out monthly benefits to retired workers, is an estimated eight years away from disaster.

Will $1.26 million give you your dream retirement? Maybe.