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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Here are the Huge RMDs the IRS Makes You Take When You Have $1 Million SavedIf 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
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9 Ways To Save on Your Next Luxury TripLooking for ways to stretch your retirement dollars? Follow these tips to get a deal on your next vacation.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Are You Ready To Retire at 62? Take Our Quiz to Find OutQuiz Are you in a good position to retire at 62? Find out with this quick quiz.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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From Family History to Daily Habits: 4 Signs Longevity Is on Your SidePlanning for a long retirement is a high-stakes math problem. Check these 4 longevity green flags to see if you have the habits and the history to beat the averages.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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8 George Carlin Quotes Retirees Should Live ByThe master of comedy was famously cynical, but his raw philosophy offers a surprising blueprint for your golden years.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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13 Outrageous Ways To Spend Money in RetirementWhether you have excess cash to spend or want to pretend, here’s a look at 13 ridiculous ways retirees can splurge.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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The 'Take That Uncle Sam' Rule of Retirement SpendingHere's how to reduce your tax bill when you withdraw money in retirement.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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8 Boring Habits That Will Make You Rich in RetirementThese mundane activities won't make you the life of the party, but they will set you up for a rich retirement. Discover the 8 boring habits that build real wealth.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Crypto 401(k) Options Are Expanding: The Only Reasons To Actually Click BuySome employers are adding digital tokens to retirement plans. Before making a speculative move, here is the risk checklist advisors recommend.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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5 Assets You Should Hold Onto in Retirement (Even If You Need the 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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7 Warren Buffett Quotes Every Retiree Should Live ByThe 'Oracle of Omaha' knows a thing or two about life, investing and retirement.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Why Dave Ramsey Says Retiring at This Particular Age Is a Big MistakeSixty-two is the average retirement age in America, but Dave Ramsey explains to Kiplinger why leaving the workforce early could harm your financial security.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Ready to Splurge in Retirement? Ask Yourself These 3 Questions FirstWant to spend your hard-won retirement savings but feel guilty about it? Don't. If you can answer these three questions, you have permission to splurge.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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World Cup Soccer Quotes to Live By: The Shared Life Philosophy of Messi and RonaldoBeyond their iconic pitch rivalry, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo share a surprisingly similar outlook on life. Here are 10 quotes that define their legendary careers.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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The Rise of the 'Half-Back' Retiree: Why a Perfect Florida Condo Isn't EnoughRegretting a move to Florida? You aren’t alone. Many people relocate in retirement to a new place they end up not liking. Here's how a half-back move can save your retirement.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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5 Social Security Myths That Can Cost You ThousandsBefore you collect Social Security benefits, make sure you don't believe any of these falsehoods.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Counting on the Great Wealth Transfer? Why It May Not Pan Out the Way You HopeDon'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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Here’s What Retirement Is Really Like When Your Next-Door Neighbor Is a Data CenterIs big tech ruining the quiet retirement dream? From soaring electric bills to relentless noise, here is the hidden toll data centers are leaving on local communities.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Dave Ramsey: Emergency Funds Are 'Not About Making Money' — 9 Ways to Protect SavingsReady to call it quits? From timing Social Security to planning, here are nine pieces of Dave Ramsey advice for a secure retirement.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Here are the Huge RMDs the IRS Makes You Take When You Have $5 Million SavedIf you have $5 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
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6 Stevie Nicks Quotes Retirees Should Live ByFrom navigating the 'Landslide' of change to embracing her own mystical path, the rock legend offers a masterclass in living life on your own terms.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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3 Questions That Help You Find Your Perfect Social Security Claiming AgeClaiming Social Security too early can cost you thousands. Before you file, ask these essential questions to ensure you aren't leaving money on the table.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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The 'Take That Uncle Sam' Quiz: Are You Overpaying in Retirement?Quiz Test your retirement tax knowledge with our short quiz.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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3 Questions to Ask Before UnretiringThinking of unretiring? Before you decide to return to work, make sure you know the answers to these critical questions.
By Donna Fuscaldo
