Medical debt, forgotten 401(k)s, no care plan: What to fix before retirement hits

Retiring in the next decade or so? This 8-step checklist helps you shore up your finances, cut costs and maximize Social ...

Here's the Newest 401(k) Average Account Value by Age Group. Where Do You Stand?

Nevertheless, even if only as a starting point to determine how you're doing and then make any necessary changes to your savings plan, a look at other investors in your age group offers at least some ...

President Trump's plans could drain Social Security — here's how you can help protect your retirement plans

CRFB says Trump's plan would lead to a 33% cut in benefits by 2035. Here's how to help secure your retirement no matter what ...
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Build an Emergency Fund That Actually Works

Everyone recognizes they need a buffer of emergency savings—financial planners drone on about it. Personal finance magazine ...
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$1.6 Million Retirement Goal Drives Americans Beyond Traditional 401(K) Plans

From Generation Z's savings account preference to Baby Boomers' IRA adoption, retirement planning strategies vary ...

Beware of ‘junk IRAs’ that can drain retirement savings: Report

Over time, that can translate to thousands of dollars in missed retirement savings. A typical worker who leaves $4,500 in a Safe Harbor account would have about $5,500 by retirement, versus roughly ...