Retirement News

The decade before you retire is the right time to figure out which parts of your retirement plan shine and which need a little work.

There's a quick way to determine your RMD each year.

The average retired worker receives less than you might think from Social Security.

Here are some things to consider if you fear you may be falling behind when it comes to saving for retirement.

Most of the Oracle of Omaha's advice is for people at all stages in life, and helps well beyond just picking stocks. But some of it is especially prudent for older investors who are now living on retirement savings rather than work-based income.

Retirees are getting far less in Social Security benefits than they should be.

While the rate of financial knowledge has held steady, fewer respondents say they're satisfied with their overall financial condition.

Investors can purchase many or all the stocks in a specified index, which can include holding hundreds of individual securities.

Ads for these services can be enticing, offering increased convenience and the use of AI to inform trades.

This is one of the most important moves you could make for your retirement.

Earlier this summer, dramatic cuts to Medicaid were signed into law. Whether you're directly impacted or not, Medicaid cuts are likely to touch nearly every American.

Recent forecasts concerning Social Security's 2026 COLA suggest the average retiree will receive an additional $48 to $54 per month in benefits next year.

The program's outlook isn't exactly wonderful.

Making the right call here could pay off big time during your retirement.

Federal cuts to SNAP are likely to impact every state, although some will struggle more than others. Here are 15 states that could be hit hard by cuts, based solely on the percentage of state residents who count on SNAP.

Traditional FIRE isn't for the faint of heart, but there's another entry point you may find more accessible.

It's significant in the context of one key rule.

President Trump's federal hiring freeze and decision to fire Bureau of Labor Statistics Commissioner Erika McEntarfer raise questions about the validity of inflation data.

Retirees should aim to have other sources of income to supplement Social Security.

Larger benefits are coming, but that extra money may not lead to a higher standard of living.