Retirement News

Don't overestimate the role Social Security will have in your retirement.

Answering these questions can help ensure you're as prepared as possible for retirement.

Don't wait until you're 70 to take Social Security if doing so would require you to wait to retire.

Technically, that money is yours, but the government still gets a say in how you use it.

The ultimate size of your Social Security benefit checks is partly under your control.

Here's why a delayed filing could be the best bet for you.

Future retirees may be leaving a significant amount of Social Security income on the table.

Delaying Social Security can sometimes be a smart decision, but there are times when this financial choice could backfire.

Roth IRAs are very flexible. Don't let that get in the way of meeting your retirement savings goals.

It's important to understand what role those benefits should play in your retirement.

This three-pronged investing approach can help set you up for a relaxing retirement.

Taking advantage of compound earnings can set investors up nicely in retirement.

It doesn't mean you've done anything wrong.

Don't believe everything you hear.

The rich are getting richer, to the detriment of Social Security -- but a fix isn't as cut-and-dried as you'd think.

A worker's Social Security benefits are based on what they do throughout their entire career.

Filing early makes sense in one specific scenario.

There are a small handful of universal investing strategies that can make it easier to get through a rough market.

Why it doesn't make sense for most people.

It's important to claim Social Security strategically. Read on for signs that it's the right time.