retirement

Hidden 401(k) Fees You’re Probably Paying

Emily Brandon — Fri, 25 May 2012 10:25:00 EST

Many 401(k) plan sponsors don’t know how much participants are being charged.

Sometimes Retirement Means Saying Goodbye

Dave Bernard — Fri, 25 May 2012 10:04:00 EST

Retirees often face the death of loved ones.

Plan to Cure Alzheimer's Affects Decisions Now

Philip Moeller — Fri, 25 May 2012 08:56:00 EST

Ambitious national plan seeks cure and treatment by 2025, but what should we do in the interim?

What You Can Learn from Facebook’s IPO

Daniel Solin — Thu, 24 May 2012 10:50:00 EST

What You Can Learn from Facebook’s IPO

My Top 3 Spots for Relocation After Retirement

Joe Udo — Thu, 24 May 2012 10:35:00 EST

These places have great weather and plenty of exciting activities.

Budgeting for Healthcare in Retirement

David Francis — Wed, 23 May 2012 12:00:00 EST

New report finds that couples will need $240,000 to cover out-of-pocket healthcare costs.

Investment Challenges are Changing Traditional Advice

Philip Moeller — Wed, 23 May 2012 11:36:00 EST

New guidance emerges to deal with past losses, volatile markets, low interest rates, and risk.

5 Reasons People Retire Unexpectedly Early

David Ning — Wed, 23 May 2012 10:42:00 EST

Many people are forced into retirement ahead of schedule.

10 Healthcare Trends for Older Americans

Philip Moeller — Tue, 22 May 2012 13:09:00 EST

While we are living longer, we’re not making the same kinds of gains in healthy living.

How to Retire with $1 Million

Tom Sightings — Tue, 22 May 2012 10:32:00 EST

Becoming a millionaire doesn’t guarantee a comfortable retirement.

Family Values, Not Money, Is Best Legacy

Philip Moeller — Mon, 21 May 2012 12:41:00 EST

Boomers and elders agree on the importance of passing on values and family history.

Poverty Increasing Among Retirees

Emily Brandon — Mon, 21 May 2012 11:50:00 EST

The gap between the wealthiest and poorest retirees is growing.

A Low-Cost Retirement Spot in Asia

Kathleen Peddicord — Mon, 21 May 2012 10:09:00 EST

This welcoming city offers affordable medical care and housing.

10 Places Where Retirees Live in Poverty

Emily Brandon — Fri, 18 May 2012 15:59:22 EST

Why Older Workers Can’t Get Hired

Emily Brandon — Fri, 18 May 2012 10:37:00 EST

These misconceptions may be keeping older job seekers from landing new positions.

Take Time for 3-Step Benefits Checkup

Philip Moeller — Fri, 18 May 2012 10:04:00 EST

Online tools make it easy to check your Social Security and Medicare benefits.

Volunteer Options in Retirement

Dave Bernard — Fri, 18 May 2012 10:02:00 EST

Consider spending your retirement years helping others.

The Venture Capital Myth

Daniel Solin — Thu, 17 May 2012 10:25:00 EST

Most people who invest in venture capital funds don’t get rich.

Retirement is a Transition Opportunity

Joe Udo — Thu, 17 May 2012 10:18:00 EST

Here’s what you can learn from the retirement of professional athletes.

Things Retirees Will Never Say

David Ning — Wed, 16 May 2012 10:14:00 EST

Here’s what retirees wish they had done differently.

Are Older Workers Taking Jobs From the Young?

Philip Moeller — Wed, 16 May 2012 09:53:00 EST

High employment levels among older workers make them a target for generational attacks.

15 Decisions to Achieve Retirement Readiness

Philip Moeller — Tue, 15 May 2012 11:26:00 EST

Here is a list of tasks you need to undertake to position yourself for a successful retirement.

Why the Wealthy Are Healthy

Tom Sightings — Tue, 15 May 2012 10:50:00 EST

It's not the reason you think.

How to Retire in the French Countryside on a Budget

Kathleen Peddicord — Tue, 15 May 2012 10:16:00 EST

The best of French country life can be surprisingly affordable.

Is It Time to Rethink 401(k)s?

Philip Moeller — Mon, 14 May 2012 10:13:00 EST

A slew of recent studies have raised serious issues about self-directed plans.