Retirement
It can feel unsettling to look at your retirement account and wonder if it will stretch far enough. Many older Americans share this worry, especially when they realize they may only have a decade or so before they stop working full time. The good news is that it’s rarely too late to take meaningful steps […]
Retirement brings more than freedom from the nine-to-five routine. It opens the door to explore new interests, build fresh connections, and stay mentally sharp. Many older adults find that working a few hours a week helps structure their days in meaningful ways. Small jobs can also bring a sense of purpose and connection that many […]
As an investor, you may have multiple 401(k) or IRA accounts, or perhaps some of your retirement savings are parked in taxable accounts. Having multiple investments accounts can make it difficult to track and evaluate the growth and performance of your investment portfolio. Retirement tracking and planning apps offer projections and reports, based on simulations […]
Inflation is like rust, an endless, tireless gnawing at the purchasing power of your dollars. Over half of Americans are struggling with retirement and inflation has a lot to do with it. Fixed incomes are not usually adjusted to the inflation rate or adjust at a very low historic rate. If there are intermittent spikes […]
Retiring early is a dream for many people who want to enjoy their lives without the constraints of a full-time job. If you’re considering early retirement, there are several signs that suggest you may be able to retire sooner than the traditional age of 65. If you’re exhibiting these signs, you may be on track […]
Retirement may be more of a fantasy than a dream for many Americans. Less than 36% of Americans believe that they are prepared for retirement or are on the right track. Here are four ways to save for retirement that is a decade away. IRA catch-up contribution An IRA, or individual retirement account, lets workers […]
Retirement can become an unreachable dream when unmanageable debt becomes a nightmare. More than 61% of elderly Americans owe $31,000 or more in various debts. In 1989, the average retiree owed about $7,500. If you don’t eradicate debt before retiring, then retirement can become a self-defeating effort. Here are three ways to reduce debt years […]
A popular retirement myth that won’t die is the idea that one needs at least $1 million dollars to retire comfortably. The $1 million retirement myth probably got started in the 1980s as a generalized retirement goal to motivate the growing middle class of the era. However, a retirement number is not a one-size-fits-all metric […]
The high cost of living in the United States has many retirees looking to move abroad. But retiring abroad has its challenges. Retirees have to learn new languages, adjust to new cultures and environs, and financially adapt to new currencies. However, there are three countries where American retirees are welcomed, English is spoken, and the […]
Retirement savings across the United States is largely invested in 401(k) plan. That’s because contributions that you may make to a 401(k) bring down your taxable income today. However, it is important to remember that when you make withdrawals from your 401(k) after retirement your distributions will be subject to income tax. Instead of putting […]
