Retirement News

Things aren't as dire as they might seem.

Social Security's earliest retired-worker claiming age appears to be hurting more than it's helping.

These are simple but effective steps to increase your savings rate and build your 401(k).

The average Social Security benefit for retired workers at age 70 is much higher than the average benefit at age 62.

A 401(k) should be complemented with other retirement accounts to provide greater financial flexibility.

It's a great estate-planning tool for some people but may not be right for you.

Social Security raises often fail to keep adequate pace with inflation. But changes could be on the way that make those COLAs more effective.

A broad-based analysis of 20,000 retired-worker claims finds that, between ages 62 and 67, one claiming age is far superior to the other.

You could be entitled to more than you think from Social Security.

Not everyone has access to a 401(k) match, but those who do should be using it to fund a more comfortable retirement.

Knowledge is power and time is your friend when it comes to retirement income planning.

The type of retirement account you choose will determine the moves you make during retirement.

The timing of when you start taking benefits will have a permanent effect on the size your monthly checks, so weigh your options carefully.

Although benefit cuts aren't a given, it's important to gear up for them -- whether you're already retired or not.

You need a plan for a better-than-average retirement.

The Senior Citizens League has revised its forecast upward several times already this year.

I love the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust because it's got low fees, performs well, and exposes me to minimal risk.

Working while claiming Social Security is fine. Just be aware of how it can affect your monthly benefit.

Tax advantages and an "employer match" give you two great reasons to max out your 401(k).

Stubborn inflation has led to rising COLA projections, but seniors may still be surprised.