News, insights and expert analysis on retirement from the team at Kiplinger.
Electronic Social Security payments are being touted as faster and safer than paper checks. But those who rely on them will need support to make the transition.
By Martha Shedden, CRPC®, RSSA®
If you wrote off annuities in the past, you might be surprised to learn that higher interest rates and major product improvements have made them more effective
By Mike Decker, NSSA®
Retirees can trade financial anxiety for peace of mind by adopting these practical habits that build on structure, flexibility and consistency.
By Jeff Judge, CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, AEP®
Patience and good advice are the keys to avoiding making permanent financial mistakes in the first year after getting an inheritance.
By Janet Bodnar
High market valuations are triggering dot-com-era flashbacks, but panic isn't a financial strategy for retirement savers.
By Maurie Backman
Modern and LGBTQ+ partnerships are reshaping commitment, complexity and the need for more intentional financial planning structures.
By Anthea Tjuanakis Cox
Who says wealth-building stops at 65? From adjusting your risk to beating the sequence of returns, here is how to maximize your money without a paycheck.
By Donna Fuscaldo
Splurging on yourself is fine as long as it fits your budget, boosts your happiness, and never threatens your financial security.
By Kathryn Pomroy
If you have $1 million saved for retirement, your RMDs will change every year. Find out exactly how much you must withdraw at ages 73, 75, 80 and 85.
By Donna Fuscaldo
