Donna Fuscaldo
Donna Fuscaldo is the retirement writer at Kiplinger.com. A writer and editor focused on retirement savings, planning, travel and lifestyle, Donna brings over two decades of experience working with publications including AARP, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Investopedia and HerMoney.
Latest articles by Donna Fuscaldo
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4 Questions That Reveal if You’re Actually Ready to Age in PlaceIs your "forever home" actually a "Peter Pan house?" The age-in-place dream often hits these three unexpected roadblocks.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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5 Signs You'll Live a Longer LifePlanning for a long retirement is a high-stakes math problem. Check these five longevity green flags to see if you have the habits and the history to beat the averages.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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'I'm 74 and Don't Trust My Kids With My Dog'What happens to your dog if your kids won't take her after you pass? Here is a step-by-step guide to securing a trusted caregiver and funding a pet trust.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Inherited $1 Million in the Great Wealth Transfer? Here’s What to Do FirstBefore you splurge, learn where to park your cash, the rules for inherited IRAs and 401(k)s and how to avoid costly tax mistakes on a $1 million windfall.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Ready to Retire? Ask Your Spouse These 3 Questions FirstRetiring soon? Keep your relationship strong by discussing these three questions with your partner before handing in your notice.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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6 Assets You Should Sell First in Retirement (If You Need the Cash)Why tapping taxable brokerage accounts, lifestyle vehicles, and whole life policies beats raiding your traditional 401(k).
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Can You Live on $10,000 a Month in Retirement?A $10,000 monthly retirement income sounds like a dream budget, but will it cover your future expenses? We broke it down to see how far it goes.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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6 Assets You Should Keep in Retirement (Even If You Need Cash)Sitting on little gold mines? It's natural to want to cash out when you retire. Here’s why you may not want to.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Would You Welcome a Data Center Next Door in Retirement?Is AI threatening the quiet retirement dream? From rising utility bills to relentless noise, here’s the hidden cost of living next to a data center.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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5 High-Cost Items Retirees Should Never Buy OutrightThink twice before dropping cash on high-maintenance toys. Here are five expensive items retirees are far better off renting than buying.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Why the Smartest Retirees Are Handing Out Inheritances NowOlder generations hold $124 trillion in assets. Here is why financial experts say giving your heirs an inheritance early might be the smartest move you can make.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Give While You Live Or Wait Until Death? Take Our Quiz to Find OutThe Great Wealth Transfer is upon us. Discover whether your heirs benefit more if you give now or let your assets grow.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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The Great 'Horizontal' Wealth Transfer: Spouses Inherit FirstBefore it reaches younger heirs, $54 trillion will move horizontally to surviving spouses. Here's how to prepare.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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3 Questions to Inflation-Proof Your Retirement PlanRising prices don't have to derail your retirement. Ask yourself these three questions to ensure your savings and withdrawal strategy are inflation-proof.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Retirement Fears Keeping You Up? Sleep Well With These 5 SolutionsWorried about outliving your money or paying for healthcare? These five strategies can erase retirement anxiety and protect your savings.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Test Your Great Wealth Transfer Knowledge With Our QuizHow much do you know about the massive wealth about to change hands?
By Donna Fuscaldo
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3 Questions to Ask Before Becoming the Grandkids' NannyFree childcare is a great gift, but don't let it ruin your retirement. Ask yourself these three key questions before signing up.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Is 'Prepaying' Your Retirement Dreams Worth the Financial Risk?From buying mountain homes in Puerto Rico to locking in RVs early, pre-retirees are making bold financial moves. Here’s when it pays off and when it breaks the bank.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Mellody Hobson: The No. 1 Mistake Derailing Retirement SavingsAre you accidentally sabotaging your own financial security? A top financial executive explains why doing what feels "safe" might be your biggest risk.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Do Your Successful Kids Really Need an Inheritance?Your adult kids are financially secure, so why save a massive windfall for later? Here’s why it might be time to spend your hard-earned money now.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Why the 'Great Wealth Transfer' Could Disappoint HeirsDon't spend money you don't have. Learn why the Great Wealth Transfer might leave you with less than you think and how to plan around it.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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'What I Wish I’d Known at 45': Financial Advice from RetireesTurning 45? Retirees reveal the biggest investing, saving, and spending mistakes they made during their peak earning years—and how to fix them today.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Want to Keep a Secret Family Hidden in Your Will? Why It Gets Messy FastA millionaire wants to leave assets to a second family without his wife finding out. Estate experts reveal why post-mortem secrets rarely stay hidden.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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5 Dolly Parton Quotes Retirees Should Live ByDolly knew that life wasn't just about the "9 to 5." Discover the legendary singer’s inspiring tips for finding joy and purpose in retirement.
By Donna Fuscaldo
