Retirement Planning
News, insights and expert analysis on retirement planning from the team at Kiplinger.
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I'm a Financial Adviser: For True Diversification, Think Beyond the Basic Stock-Bond Portfolio
Amid rising uncertainty and inflation, effective portfolio diversification needs to extend beyond just stocks and bonds to truly manage risk.
By Dustin L. Tait Published
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I'm a Retirement Psychologist: Money Won't Buy You Happiness in Your Life After Work
While financial security is crucial for retirement, the true 'retirement crisis' is often an emotional, psychological and social one. You need a plan beyond just money that includes purpose, structure and social connection.
By Richard P. Himmer, PhD Published
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The Retirement 'Rule of $1 More'
The 'Rule of $1 More' explains how to plan for critical retirement thresholds. Because "you don't want to step off a cliff just because of $1 more."
By Jacob Schroeder Published
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Retiring Early? This Strategy Cuts Your Income Tax to Zero
When retiring early, married couples can use this little-known (and legitimate) strategy to take a six-figure income every year — tax-free.
By Mike Palmer, CFP Published
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Ditch the Golf Shoes: Your Retirement Needs a Side Gig
A side gig in retirement can help combat boredom, loneliness and the threat of inflation eroding your savings. And the earlier you start planning, the better.
By Andrew Crowell Published
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Roth IRA Conversions in the Summer? Why Now May Be the Sweet Spot
Converting now would enable you to spread a possible tax hit over more than one payment while reducing future taxes.
By Daniel Razvi, Esquire Published
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What Trump Has Done With Social Security So Far
Since President Trump took office, he has proposed or initiated changes to how Social Security functions. Here's a roundup.
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated
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Is 2025 Your Year? Six Unmistakable Signs It's Time to Retire Now
Avoid costly mistakes: Discover if you're truly ready to join the 2025 retirement wave.
By Donna Fuscaldo Last updated
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Is a Starter 401(k) Right for Your Retirement Plan?
Starter 401(k) plans make it easier for employers to offer a retirement plan to employees and for employees to save for their future.
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated