Real Planning for Old Age
The harsh fact is that even if you don’t want to stop working, you may have to as you age. There are a few things that must be done to provide your future self with a secure financial retirement. ...
Has the Retirement Crisis Been Averted?
81 percent of retirees described their retirement as either as good or better than their preretirement years. As far back as 1992, only 65 percent of retirees in the U.S. felt that way....
3 Trends that Could Affect Your Future
There’s been a lot of disruption in the financial markets in the last few years, and many Americans are feeling troubled by the changes and uncertainties. These trends that could impact your retirement plan....
Part-Time for Old Timers
Working part-time after retirement age can provide extra income and give you a sense of purpose and independence. It makes sense to keep working if you don’t have a large nest egg squirreled away ...
The Long-Term Care Conundrum
Many people over the age of 65 will need some assistance when it comes to daily living tasks. A side effect of the health crisis in America is that many older folks will need someone to help take care of them at some point....
Gen X and Retirement
Americans who fall into Generation X are worried about retiring. They feel they’d find it harder than other generations to retire comfortably or even be able to retire at all. ...
Thanksgiving for Finances
In keeping with the spirit of the holiday, here are some ways to express thanks and take stock of your own personal financial landscape:...
National Save for Retirement Week
National Save for Retirement Week is October 20-26. This would be a good time to take stock of your current retirement plans...
Retirement Strategies for the Almost Retired
The average pre-retirement Boomer only has about $9000 per year in retirement income headed their way and a shocking one-third of Americans say they have zero retirement savings....
Mortgage Fraud-How Seniors Can Avoid It
There is a scam that combines identity theft and mortgage fraud. The FBI says house stealing is not widespread, but it's a crime they are monitoring closely....