Retirement
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- By Peter Grant,
- The Wall Street Journal
- - 11/12/2019
Senior housing now faces a budding glut as aging-in-place technology trend marks a challenge to builders of living facilities for seniors.
News Article
This popular Medigap plan is going away
- By Gail MarksJarvis,
- Barron's
- - 10/18/2019
One of the most popular ways to pay for medical costs that Medicare doesn’t cover is being phased out for newcomers at year’s end. Here are your alternatives.
News Article
- By Miriam Cross,
- Kiplinger
- - 10/03/2019
At 70½, you have to start taking required minimum distributions from your IRAs. That comes with a tax bill, but there are ways to lower it. Here’s how.
News Article
Close to retirement, but you're still short
- By Glenn Ruffenach,
- The Wall Street Journal
- - 10/04/2019
It can happen: You're in your 60s, but you've realized you still don't have enough saved to retire comfortably. Here are some suggestions for how to play catch-up.
News Article
- By Michael Foster,
- Kiplinger
- - 09/23/2019
Most financial advisors say you'll need at least $1 million in your nest egg to retire comfortably. But one strategy using high-yield investments could cut that number in half.
Saving for Retirement
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The benefits of 401(k) catch-up contributions
If you're 50 or older, there's good news: You're eligible to contribute more money to your 401(k) plan. The tax benefits can also be big. Here's how to make the most of it. -
This popular Medigap plan is going away
One of the most popular ways to pay for medical costs that Medicare doesn’t cover is being phased out for newcomers at year’s end. Here are your alternatives. -
Factoring a mortgage into your retirement
Many experts advise paying your mortgage off before you retire. But sometimes a little debt can be a good thing. Here’s when it might make sense. -
'Stealth' retirement expenses to watch for
If you're working on your retirement budget, there are a number of expenses you may overlook. Catching them now can save you a lot of money in the long run.
401(k)
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The benefits of 401(k) catch-up contributions
If you're 50 or older, there's good news: You're eligible to contribute more money to your 401(k) plan. The tax benefits can also be big. Here's how to make the most of it. -
Saving for your parents’ old age
It’s hard enough saving for your own retirement, but a new study shows many people are worried about how they’re going to take care of older parents too. -
Employers match student loan payments with 401(k)
Many workers with student loans postpone saving for retirement. Now, a handful of companies are trying to prevent them from falling behind on retirement savings by matching their student-loan repayments with contributions to a 401(k) plan. -
Close to retirement, but you're still short
It can happen: You're in your 60s, but you've realized you still don't have enough saved to retire comfortably. Here are some suggestions for how to play catch-up.
Getting Ready to Retire
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The impact of rising Medicare costs
The cost of Medicare is set to jump next year. Since premiums come out of your Social Security benefits, that could shrink how much you collect. -
The benefits of 401(k) catch-up contributions
If you're 50 or older, there's good news: You're eligible to contribute more money to your 401(k) plan. The tax benefits can also be big. Here's how to make the most of it. -
Relocating to lower your taxes in retirement
There's no question that moving to a low-tax state from a high one can save money. But there are many other factors to consider before you start packing your bags. -
Saving for your parents’ old age
It’s hard enough saving for your own retirement, but a new study shows many people are worried about how they’re going to take care of older parents too.
Living in Retirement
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Choose your adventure in retirement
Not all retirees want to go on a cruise, and many are opting for a little more excitement. ‘Adventure’ takes many forms, though. Here’s how to decide what’s right for you. -
Relocating to lower your taxes in retirement
There's no question that moving to a low-tax state from a high one can save money. But there are many other factors to consider before you start packing your bags. -
Factoring a mortgage into your retirement
Many experts advise paying your mortgage off before you retire. But sometimes a little debt can be a good thing. Here’s when it might make sense. -
Choosing the right Medigap plan
Medicare covers a lot, but it doesn’t cover everything. A Medigap policy is extra insurance that can help pay for extra costs. Here’s how to find the right plan for you.
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