Retirement
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Nine Things You Need for a Complete Retirement
Sponsored by Physicians Mutual
A successful retirement is built on a solid foundation of careful planning and self-awareness. Here are nine areas you should plan for if you want to retire with confidence.
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Average 401(k) Match: Do You Work for a Generous Company?
Here are the average 401(k) match and the top 10 companies by match policy. A generous 401(k) match provides a more secure retirement.
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Here's What Being in the 2% Club Means for Your Retirement
Only 2% of the population has both a pension and more than $1 million saved. This is a great place to be, but also requires advanced tax planning.
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403(b) Contribution Limits for 2026: Good News for Teachers
retirement plans 403(b) contribution limits for 2026 increased $1,000 from 2025. That's good news for teachers and other nonprofit workers.
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What Is the Magic Number You Need to Retire Comfortably?
The dream of retiring comfortably has become a bit less expensive for most Americans, study shows.
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Will You Outlive Your Money?
Americans are less prepared for retirement than they think and are at risk of running out of funds sooner than they realize, according to some reports.
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6 Changes to IRAs, 401(k)s and HSAs in 2026
Changes to IRAs — Roth and traditional — and 401(k)s may mean more money for you in retirement.
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6 Tax Reasons to Convert Your IRA to a Roth (and When You Shouldn't)
Retirement Taxes Here’s how converting your traditional retirement account to a Roth IRA can boost your nest egg — but avoid these costly scenarios.
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When Helping Mom and Dad Hurts Your Wallet
New research shows how assisting an aging parent with expenses can strain your own finances.
