Latest articles by Christy Bieber
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Should You Ditch Your Medicare Advantage Plan? Most People Do
If you want to switch your Medicare Advantage plan or enroll in original Medicare, you're not alone. Here's when it's a good idea and how to go about it.
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These Jobs Reduce Your Alzheimer's Risk: How You Can Benefit
Two jobs are linked to a lower Alzheimer's risk. Even if you do a different kind of work or are retired, these jobs show how to keep your mind sharp.
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Why Women May Want to Work Longer: It's About More Than Money
Single women over sixty see the most benefit, but all older women should take note when deciding when to retire.
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Want to Avoid High Blood Sugar as You Age? Stay Married
A healthy blood sugar level can help you avoid type 2 diabetes as you age. If you're married, you can thank your spouse for making that a little bit easier.
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The Surprising Way to Reduce Your Dementia Risk
Lower your dementia risk with this one hack.
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Could Remote Work Delay Your Retirement?
Remote work is terrific for your health and income. You're also likely to retire later, which might convince your employer to let you work from home.
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The Surprising Way Retirees Could Slow the Aging Process
This activity could slow your DNA's aging clock. It's free, and no, you don't have to exercise or eat vegetables for it to work.
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Doing This With Your 401(k) Could Cost You $18,000
Your old 401(k) accounts may be slowly bleeding money — because the power of compounding can work against you, too.
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Americans Are Retiring Later: Will This Trend Last?
Given a host of pressures to keep working, Americans are retiring later in life. Will regulatory and economic forces encourage you to work longer?
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Do You Need a Measles Booster? You Might Be Surprised
Older adults may lack protection. Here's the scoop on your risk, how to test immunity and where to find affordable boosters.
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Top Five Tips From Current Retirees to Future Generations
"Plastics" is no longer the wisdom passed down to the young, as in "The Graduate." These days, retirees are giving much better advice.
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Most of the Money in IRAs Comes from a Surprising Source
Americans don't typically stash money in IRAs from contributions. Here's how most people fund their IRAs, according to a new study.
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This One Area of Americans' Retirement Readiness Gets a Bad Grade
Millions of Americans score poorly on retirement readiness due to this Achilles' heel. Are you prepared?
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How AI Will Impact Your Workplace Retirement Plan
It's early days, but AI will bring new efficiencies and personalization to your workplace retirement plan.
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Good News: Most Companies Are Still Committed to 401(k)s
A MetLife study shows most companies are committed to 401(k) employee plans, even amid economic turmoil.
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Family Caregivers Need Help. These Are the Policies They Say Would Make the Biggest Difference
There are millions of people across the country caring for elderly or disabled family members. New research shows the key changes that would improve their lives and the lives of those they care for.
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How Much Does Being Rich Matter in Retirement? Less Than You Might Think
After a certain point, having more money in retirement won't make you any happier, new research shows. Instead, physical health, a sense of purpose, and a minimal amount of non-mortgage debt are more relevant.
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401(k) Spousal Consent: Lawmakers Reintroduce Legislation
The Women's Retirement Protection Act (WRPA) would prevent spouses from raiding their partners' 401(k) accounts.
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Retirement Mostly for Fortune 500 Workers, Says BlackRock CEO
Larry Fink believes that an adequately funded retirement is beyond the reach of most Americans. He has three suggestions for fixing the problem.
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Loneliness a Risk When Retiring Abroad, Says New Study
More Americans want to retire abroad, but loneliness can undermine your happiness and health, even in paradise. Here's how to avoid loneliness abroad.
