
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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Retirement Savings on Track? How Much You Should Have by 55 and 60
See how your retirement savings compares to this Wall Street guide for people aged 55 to 60, ranked by income.
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Retirement Savings On Track? How Much You Should Have By 60 and 65
JPMorgan’s guide can help baby boomers determine whether they have saved enough for a retirement pegged to their income level.
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Retirement Savings on Track? How Much You Should Have by 50 and 55
See how your retirement savings compare to this Wall Street guide for people aged 50 and 55, ranked by income.
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Annuity Fees: What You Don't Know Could Cost You Thousands in Retirement
How much in annuity fees is too much and how do you know if you're overpaying?
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Are You a Retirement Millionaire Too Afraid to Spend?
Don't let regret haunt you. Here are five ways to safely enjoy your sizable retirement nest egg.
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Bank Closing Down? 5 Must-Know Strategies for Retirees
Concerned about your bank closing? For retirees who prefer in-person banking, here's what you can do now.
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I Want to Buy an Annuity, but I'm Scared I'll Get Ripped Off. Should I Get One Anyway?
An annuity is a way to achieve lifetime income in retirement, but you need to understand how this product works before making a purchase.
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Six Signs It's Time to Retire
Thinking about retiring in 2025? See if any of these six signs ring true
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The $33,000 Retirement: One Man's Surprising Path to Financial Freedom at 61
Forget what society tells you, even with less than $1 million, you can be happy in retirement.
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Over 100k Medicare Accounts Breached in Latest Hack: Was Yours One?
Letters are going out to 103,000 Medicare beneficiaries who may have been impacted. Here's how to protect your identity and benefits.
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Want to Avoid IRMAA? Consider a Roth Conversion
If you make above a certain income, expect to pay more for Medicare, unless you take steps to lower your income. Here's how.
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Raising the Social Security Retirement Age to 69? How it Would Affect You
Workers have two choices if the full retirement age ever increases to 69. Work longer or collect less.
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Are Managed 401(k) Accounts Worth the Extra Cost?
Managed 401(k) accounts are an option in an increasing number of company plans, but are they worth the additional fees vs. target-date funds?
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Why Single Retirees Have It Better Than You Think
From housing to health care, see how flying solo in retirement can stretch your funds further.
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I’m retiring in 2025, but I can’t sleep because of worry and fear. What should I do?
Get a better night's sleep by overcoming these five retirement fears.
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Want To Retire at 60? See if You Can Answer These Five Questions
Forget waiting for Social Security and Medicare to kick in. You may be able to retire sooner than you think.
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From Broadway to Broadview: Jane Alexander's Unique Retirement Choice
Inside Broadview at SUNY Purchase: The retirement community where you can audit classes and attend concerts.
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Beyond 401(k)s: How Millennials Are Ditching Gen X Retirement Strategies. Will It Pay Off?
Sorry, Gen X, when it comes to saving for retirement, the younger generation views it differently.
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Living in a University Retirement Community: It's Never Too Late To Learn Something New
College students aren't the only ones getting an education. Retirement communities on college and university campuses are growing in popularity.
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Baby Boomers vs Gen X: Who Spends More?
Baby Boomers and Gen X are guilty of spending a lot of money. Here's a look at where their money goes.
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What It's Really Like Living in the Margaritaville Retirement Community
Retirees looking for an active lifestyle are turning to retirement communities like Latitude Margaritaville. Here’s what it’s like to live out your retirement in one of its three sprawling communities.
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Annuities: Do You Need Guaranteed Income In Retirement?
Annuities are now an option in some 401(k)s but that doesn't mean they should be included in your retirement plan.
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The 401(k) Mistake That Could Cost You Millions in Retirement Savings
Thinking about reducing your 401(K) contributions in the current market? Here are six reasons why you might want to reconsider.
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Five Smart Moves for Retirement Healthcare: From HSAs to Medigap Policies
Unchecked health care costs in retirement could blow a hole in your savings. Here’s how to avoid that.
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