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How to Leave Different Amounts to Adult Children Without Causing a Rift
Here’s how to leave different amounts to adult children without causing a family rift.
By Julie Halpert
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15 Reasons You'll Regret an RV in Retirement
Making Your Money Last Here's why you might regret an RV in retirement. RV-savvy retirees talk about the downsides of spending retirement in a motorhome, travel trailer, fifth wheel, or other recreational vehicle.
By Bob Niedt
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Roth 401(k) Changes: What You Should Know for 2025 and 2026
Retirement Savings Key changes to Roth 401(k) account rules may affect your tax planning and retirement savings.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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My Retirement Learning Curve, 1 Year In
A retiree checks in with what they wish they knew early on and what they've changed about their plan one year in.
By Sandra Block
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Introducing Your CD's Edgier Cousin: The Market-Linked CD
Traditional CDs are a safe option for savers, but they don't always beat inflation. Should you try their counterparts, market-linked CDs, for better returns?
By William Skillender
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What Is a Safe Harbor 401(k)?
Part of the Small Business Job Protection Act, this type of 401(k) makes it easier for small businesses to offer retirement plans to their employees.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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18 Things Medicare Gives You for Free
Medicare doesn’t provide services entirely "for free," but some items and services are covered with no out-of-pocket costs for beneficiaries under specific conditions.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Dating Again? Nine Rules for Older Singles
Don't be afraid of dating when you're older. But do be careful. We have some dos and don'ts for senior daters.
By Katherine Reynolds Lewis
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16 Retirement Mistakes You Will Regret Forever
retirement From saving too little to claiming Social Security too early, there are plenty of ways that current and future retirees can sabotage their golden years.
By Bob Niedt
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