Emily Brandon

Sticking with Stocks, Even in Retirement

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - November 10, 2009

Most workers and retirees don’t follow their own investing advice more >>

Government Insured Pension Limits Won’t Increase in 2010

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - November 9, 2009

A larger pension will be insured by the federal government if workers delay retirement past age 65 more >>

4 Reasons Your Retirement Is at Risk

By Emily Brandon - Money - November 9, 2009

Recession makes retiring at 65 more difficult. more >>

401(k) Savings Limits Stay the Same in 2010

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - November 6, 2009

Most Americans don’t come close to contributing the maximum amount more >>

For a Good Night’s Sleep, Retire

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - November 5, 2009

New research says retirees sleep more soundly when they leave behind workplace stress more >>

Half of Laid-Off Workers Raid 401(k)s

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - November 4, 2009

Young workers and those with small 401(k) balances are most likely to take the cash and pay hefty penalties more >>

Private Sector Jobs With the Best Retirement Benefits

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - November 3, 2009

Almost all private sector industries have cut retirement benefits over the past decade more >>

Checking Account Fees Reach Record Highs

By Emily Brandon - Money - October 19, 2009

But savvy consumers don’t have to pay any of them. more >>

Study: Delaying Retirement Improves Your Health

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - October 16, 2009

Retirees who work part-time have better physical and mental health more >>

No Social Security Increase in 2010

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - October 15, 2009

President Obama proposes a one-time $250 payment for seniors next year more >>

Smaller Social Security Checks for 1947-Born Boomers

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - October 14, 2009

Last year’s inflation spike could have an impact on new retiree’s Socials Security payments more >>

Higher Medicare Part D Deductibles Next Year

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - October 13, 2009

Seniors can switch into new prescription drug plans beginning next month more >>

How to Pick the Best Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plan

By Emily Brandon - Money - October 13, 2009

Consider these factors as you shop around for the best coverage. more >>

Calling Your Retirement Adviser Via Bar Code

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - October 9, 2009

Photographing a bar code with a smartphone can now connect you to a financial adviser more >>

Work is the New Retirement

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - October 8, 2009

Workers give up on the idea of a leisurely retirement and think about part-time jobs more >>

How Your 401(k) Investments Stack Up

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - October 7, 2009

Here is a peek at how other people your age have allocated their retirement savings more >>

GAO: IRA and 403(b) Owners Pay Higher Fees than 401(k) Savers

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - October 6, 2009

Individuals have less ability to negotiate for lower fees than group 401(k) plans more >>

A Tax Saving Tip for Retirees

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - October 5, 2009

Skip your retirement account distribution this year, or pay back one you’ve already received more >>

6 Tips for Acing a Job Interview After Age 50

By Emily Brandon - Money - October 5, 2009

Hiring managers explain what impresses them and what annoys them. more >>

Americans Working Part-Time After Age 65

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - October 2, 2009

Washington, D.C. and Texas have the most older residents working full-time more >>

How Many 401(k) Investment Options Do You Want?

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - October 2, 2009

401(k) accounts have an average of 18 investment options, each carrying different fees and expenses more >>

10 Affordable Places to Retire on the Water

By Emily Brandon - Money - October 2, 2009

Check out these low-cost lake, river, and bayside communities. more >>

The Recession’s Toll on Retirement

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - October 1, 2009

Baby boomers with shrinking paychecks cut back on retirement savings more >>

15 Retirement Gems From Our Readers

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - September 29, 2009

These locales are speckled with golf courses, wineries, art galleries, and more more >>

Your Guide to Maximizing Medicare

By Emily Brandon - Money - September 29, 2009

Choosing the best coverage options could save you hundreds of dollars a year more >>