Jan 23, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®4 FIRE Flavors That Could Send You Speeding Toward an Early RetirementIf traditional FIRE isn't right for you, there could be something else that is.
Jan 23, 2026 by Dana GeorgeStretch Your Benefits: The Best States for Social Security RecipientsRetiring on a fixed income can be a challenge. Here are the states that make it easiest.
Jan 23, 2026 by Maurie Backman3 Ways You Might Benefit From Delaying Retirement by 1 YearWaiting just 12 months could work to your advantage.
Jan 23, 2026 by Stefon WaltersWhat's the Unfortunate Truth About Maxing Out Your 401(k)?That money can be better used taking advantage of multiple types of retirement accounts.
Jan 23, 2026 by Maurie BackmanI Used to Think 62 Was the Worst Social Security Claiming Age. Here's Why I Was Wrong.There's a reason it could pay to sign up as early as possible.
Jan 22, 2026 by Maurie BackmanCan You Retire on an S&P 500 Index Fund?Find out if it's a feasible option.
Jan 22, 2026 by Marc GubertiIs 2026 the Year to Start Taking Income From Your Retirement Accounts?People save so they can have smooth retirements, and this may be the year more of them start withdrawing from their nest eggs.
Jan 22, 2026 by Maurie BackmanSwitching Jobs in 2026? 2 Things Not to Do With Your 401(k).It's important to know what to do with the money you've saved.
Jan 22, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®This Could Be Your Last Opportunity to Elect New Medicare Coverage for 2026If you're unhappy with your Medicare coverage, you don't want to miss this.
Jan 22, 2026 by Marc GubertiHomeownership vs. Renting in Retirement: Which One Actually Protects Your Wealth?It largely depends on whether you already own a home.
Jan 22, 2026 by Maurie BackmanAll Medicare Advantage Enrollees Should Do This By March 31It's a critical date to put on your calendar.
Jan 22, 2026 by Selena MaranjianThis Is the Average 401(k) Balance for Retirees (and Others) Aged 58 and OlderHere's hoping your savings exceed these average balances -- because they're troubling.
Jan 22, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®Here's When Your February 2026 Social Security Payment Will ArriveYou won't have to wait too much longer.
Jan 22, 2026 by Maurie Backman3 Reasons Retiring on Social Security Alone Is a Bad Idea in 2026You may not want to retire just yet if you don't have other income to access.
Jan 22, 2026 by Maurie BackmanDidn't Max Out Your 2025 IRA? Here's Some Good News.It's not too late to sneak more money into that account.
Jan 22, 2026 by Stefon WaltersNew Year's RMD Checklist: Avoid Costly Mistakes Before Dec. 31, 2026Stick to the deadline and keep money in your pocket instead of giving it to the IRS.
Jan 22, 2026 by Marc GubertiStart the New Year With a Portfolio Checkup. 3 Moves Retirees Should Make in January.The New Year is the perfect time to review your portfolio.
Jan 21, 2026 by Maurie Backman2 Big 401(k)s Changes Everyone 50 and Over Needs to Know About in 2026These updates are extremely important.
Jan 21, 2026 by Maurie BackmanMedicare Just Dealt Enrollees a Huge Blow in 2026It's a change that might hurt a lot of older Americans.
Jan 21, 2026 by Maurie BackmanIf You're Not Saving for Retirement in 1 of These Accounts, You're Making a Huge MistakeDon't write off this potential home for your nest egg.