Retirement News

The often-criticized program will look and perform differently for you than it did for previous generations, but it will still be here. Make the most of it.

Hint: It's a pretty generous payday.

A study that examined approximately 20,000 Social Security claims found that one age is consistently optimal for a majority of retirees.

Roth IRAs can provide advantages you won't find with any other retirement account.

One of the most powerful tools for building long-term wealth may be right at your fingertips.

Keep these on your radar -- whether you're collecting benefits or not.

Using these hacks can save you money and ease your retirement planning.

Want a bigger Social Security benefit once you've left work? Here are the steps you'll need to take to get it.

Avoid these errors and you may collect much more from Social Security.

There are a few simple strategies to help boost your savings, too.

You may be in for an unpleasant surprise if you don't make good on certain debts.

The third way is the simplest and most important. See if you can do it.

See whether you might attain the maximum Social Security benefit -- and how you can beef up your benefits regardless.

Rampant inflation doesn't do anyone any favors.

Five years away from retirement is the perfect time to start making the changes that can get you a smooth transition from a salary to retired life.

Moving abroad? Here's what happens to your Social Security.

New data reveals that Americans think it will take quite a lot of money to retire comfortably.

This table shows the true power of time and compound interest in building wealth.

It may be appropriate for some savers.

Tax deductions and tax-deferred growth are enticing benefits of some retirement accounts, but there's more to the story.