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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Dave Ramsey Tells Us the Biggest Retirement Mistake You Can MakeThe talk-show host, author and podcaster tells Kiplinger what people can do to ensure a happy retirement.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Six 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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You May Want To Think Twice Before Selling These Four Assets in RetirementSitting 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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Boost Your HSA Savings with These Smart and Savvy MovesWednesday 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 IQQuiz Are you smarter than…everyone else? Test your retirement smarts with this quiz.
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The 'Permission to Spend' Rules of Retirement SpendingHere’s how to spend guilt-free when you are in retirement.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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What the Government Shutdown Means to RetireesDepending upon how long it lasts, a government shutdown can impact your daily life, including seeing family, managing your health, and enjoying your free time.
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A Comfortable Retirement is About More Than MoneySponsored 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 ReasonsSocial 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 UpsidesNot 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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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 WorkSure, 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 MovesIf 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 ClosesConcerned 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 RetiringDon’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 RetirementHere'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 About401(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 TrickPlanning on shopping for a new car this Labor Day weekend? Here’s how to haggle for a better price, even though you're retired.
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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 QuitsIt'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
