Retirement News

Along the traditional claiming age range of 62 through 70, one age is far likelier than any other to maximize how much retired-worker beneficiaries receive during their lifetime.

The rules are a little more complex than you might think.

There are a few tricky rules for high earners.

The latest data has important ramifications for financial planning and investment portfolio management.

Claiming benefits at 65 is truly a mixed bag.

When your employer is running the plan, you have to play by its rules.

If your retirement accounts aren't quite where they should be, here are some ways to fix the problem.

Personal finance boils down to what comes in versus what goes out.

Develop a plan to tackle your debt and set your priorities when it comes to budgeting.

At least two of these reasons are avoidable.

Numerous companies have been charged with selling overpriced precious metals to customers.

Retired workers can substantially increase their Social Security benefit by claiming at age 70 rather than age 62.

You might be surprised by how much you can save in one of these accounts.

The short answer is yes, but there's more to the story.

While 65 may be a common age to retire, there are some drawbacks involved.

Get smart about scammers and the common tactics they use so that you can keep your money in your own pocket.

You might struggle if you attempt to retire without any savings or outside income.

There are plenty of guidelines to use, but it ultimately comes down to your personal situation.

Several different strategies will get the job done, but there's one common element among all these approaches.

It's nice to want to help your kids -- but you shouldn't compromise your own long-term financial security.