For many savers, hitting $1 million in a retirement account feels like crossing a finish line. In reality, it is the starting ...

Secondly, the government requires you start withdrawing money from some of your retirement accounts at a certain age, or what ...

The year is already rapidly coming to a close, making it peak season for assessing (and, in many cases, reassessing) contribution options related to retirement savings accounts. A major factor worth c ...

Ease and accessibility matter a lot during retirement. Specialised Senior-citizen savings accounts often guarantee priority servicing for holders. Several banks also assign dedicated relationship ...

Keep adjusting your portfolio based on your income needs and spending goals. If there's a year when you want to take a big trip and do some home renovations, see if it's possible to work with your ...

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A 401 (k) is a great first choice if you qualify for a company match. IRAs give you greater control over your investments and ...

The stock market is down nearly 10% from its all-time high, based on S&P 500 returns through the end of April. A recession may be looming. There are times to sit back and admire the balance on your ...

The Social Security Administration announced a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2026. Starting in January, the ...

Americans increasingly use 401(k)s as emergency funds, not retirement savings, exposing flaws in U.S. retirement policy and ...

In a recent monthly newsletter from IRA expert Ed Slott, a discussion of loan options from retirement accounts referenced a ...

The year is coming to a close rapidly, making it peak season for assessing — and, in many cases, reassessing — contribution ...