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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Boost Your HSA Savings with These Smart and Savvy Moves
Wednesday is National HSA Awareness Day. Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) provide savers with a triple tax benefit and even more if you adopt these strategies.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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QUIZ: Test Your Retirement IQ
Quiz Are you smarter than…everyone else? Test your retirement smarts with this quiz.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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The 'Permission to Spend' Rules of Retirement Spending
Here’s how to spend guilt-free when you are in retirement.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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What the Government Shutdown Means to Retirees
Depending upon how long it lasts, a government shutdown can impact your daily life, including seeing family, managing your health, and enjoying your free time.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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A Comfortable Retirement is About More Than Money
Sponsored by Physicians Mutual
When it comes to a happy retirement, money can't buy these things.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Social Security Check Late? No, It's Not the Government Shutdown, but It Could Be These Four Reasons
Social Security payments are a reliable source of income in retirement. To keep them flowing, ensure you don’t make these four mistakes.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Turn These Three Retirement Downsides Into Upsides
Not everything about retirement is perfect, but don't let it get you down. Here's how to make lemonade out of these three retirement "lemons."
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Is Pet Insurance Worth It?
You can fend off big veterinary bills with a policy that covers your furry companion. But is it better to just stash those premiums in an emergency fund?
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Quiz: Coast, Barista, Lean or Fat? Which FIRE Retire Early Style Is Right For You?
Test your knowledge of the different types of FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) with this short quiz.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Is Lifestyle Creep Hurting Your Retirement?
Are you spending a lot on non-essentials that once felt like luxuries but now seem normal? You might be experiencing lifestyle creep. Here's how to stop it in its tracks.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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I’m Not Worried About Saving for Retirement; I’ll Just Work Forever. What Can Go Wrong?
Here's why that approach to saving for retirement doesn't always work out.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Is An Annuity Your Missing Retirement Piece?
In need of some guaranteed income? An annuity may be the answer if you check off any of these boxes.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Seven Surprising Reasons Retirees Are Going Back to Work
Sure, money is a big reason to come out of retirement, but it's not the only reason retirees are doing it.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Boost Your Retirement Savings in Your 50s with These Six Moves
If you want to supercharge your nest egg in the run-up to retirement, follow these strategies.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Does PNC's $4.1 Billion Purchase of FirstBank Impact You? 5 Must-Know Strategies If Your Bank Closes
Concerned about your bank closing? For retirees who prefer in-person banking, here's what you can do now.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Do You Want An Extra $50,000 In Your 401(k)? Delay Retiring
Don’t think putting off retiring for six months to a year will have a meaningful impact? Think again. See how much it can help.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Five Wealth-Building Moves You Can Make in Retirement
Here's a look at five ways to build wealth in retirement. Who says you can't make a bundle once you've retired?
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Seven 401(k) Perks You May Not Know About
401(k) plans have gotten an upgrade over the years. Here's a look at what your plan may offer.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Get the Best Car Deal in Retirement: Here's the Trick
Planning on shopping for a new car this Labor Day weekend? Here’s how to haggle for a better price, even though you're retired.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Snowbirds — Want to Ship Your Car to Another State? Beware These Scams
Snowbird season is still a couple of months away, but if you plan to ship your car down south or across the country, here's how to avoid three common scams.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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I’m 53, make $500,000 a year and live paycheck to paycheck. I want to retire at 65, but we only have $200,000 saved. Am I nuts?
We asked an expert wealth planner for advice.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Test Out Your Retirement Before You Call It Quits
It's not easy to take a retirement back. Before you make the plunge, test the waters with these tips.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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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.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Baby Boomers vs. Gen X: How They Approach Retirement Differently
One generation is nearing retirement, while another is already there. The way they're navigating this important life transition couldn't be more distinct.
By Donna Fuscaldo
