Retirement News

The annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is a major announcement for retirees. What does this year hold?

The system needs a serious overhaul.

A little effort and a lot of patience can go a surprisingly long way toward helping you build an impressive retirement nest egg.

The numbers aren't great -- many people have not saved enough.

Some careful, thoughtful, and deliberate planning can overcome the government program's growing problems.

It's not psychologically satisfying, but the lower the COLA, the better off retirees will be.

It's a move you might sorely regret.

Social Security's biggest reveal of the year is creeping up quickly, but a majority of its 68 million beneficiaries are liable to be left disappointed.

A benefit boost is definitely on the way, but it might not be as much as you were hoping for.

These factors could completely negate any raise you'll receive from Social Security.

Knowing these rules could save you from paying some stiff penalties or higher taxes.

Maxing out your 401(k) might seem like a no-brainer until you read this.

It's well known that claiming Social Security early results in a lower benefit, but just how low is it?

You might be surprised at how simple it can be to boost your retirement savings.

There's a better way to plan financially for your senior years than fixating on a single large number.

The shoreline is amusingly small, but it has one -- and mountains and lakes, too. Plus, there's no income tax at all.

Delaying benefits can boost your checks more than you might think.

While charitable giving can have tax advantages, the implications and benefits of any contributions you make will depend on your personal circumstances.

Spinoffs can impact share prices even before the deal is executed.

No matter how trustworthy someone might seem, don't make investment decisions based on the advice of anyone who makes unsolicited contact with you online or through an app or text message.