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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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
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Suze Orman's Number One Retirement Mistake
Interview Find out what Suze Orman thinks costs people thousands of dollars in retirement.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Returning to Work After Retirement? Avoid These Three Common Pitfalls
Before you decide to 'unretire' and go back to work, be sure you understand the impact it will have on your retirement finances.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Five Tips to Get Your Estate Plan In Order Now
Get your estate plan in order before the year is over with these five tips.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Should You Retire Now or Work Five More Years?
How to decide if an extra five years is worth it.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Five Social Security Myths That Can Cost You Thousands
Before you collect Social Security benefits, make sure you don't believe any of these falsehoods.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Are You Supporting Multiple Generations in Retirement?
Here’s how to support your parents and your adult children without sacrificing your retirement.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Your 401(k) is Changing: Trump Opens the Door to Private Assets, Cryptocurrency
President Trump signed an executive order allowing alternative investments in 401(k)s. Here's what it means to your retirement savings accounts.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Are You Leaving Money on the Table? Four Strategies to Free Up Stuck Investments
From forgotten 401(k)s to outdated asset allocations, here’s how stuck money can hurt your retirement.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Don’t Let Your Dreams Go Unfulfilled: Plan for Your Passion in Retirement
Follow these three steps to ensure you are emotionally and financially prepared for your passion in retirement.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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The Retirement Bucket Rule: Your Guide to Fear-Free Spending
Forget market declines or rising inflation. With this strategy, you won’t have to worry about any of that during retirement.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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My Great Retirement Dream: Sell My House, Downsize, Live off the Proceeds and Dabble in Stocks. Here's How I’m Doing So Far.
I asked an expert financial planner if my retirement dreams are realistic — or if my head is in the clouds. Here is how it's been going so far.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Retirement Health Care Costs Are On the Rise: What You Need to Know
A 65-year-old retiree will face significantly higher lifetime health care costs than they would have a year ago, even with Medicare. Here are the surprising totals.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Beat Inflation: Smart Strategies to Protect Your Retirement Savings and Spending
With inflation creeping up again, here’s how to safeguard your retirement planning.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Higher Social Security Payments? The CPI-E Could Make it Happen
Some lawmakers have called for it to be used to determine COLA for Social Security payments, but would it make much of a difference?
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Four Surprising Signs You’ll Never Retire (and How to Fix Them)
Gearing up to retire? If any of these four signs ring true, you might want to make some changes before you do.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Even Stars Need Healthcare: What Venus Williams' Story Tells Us About Retirement Planning
Don't let health insurance costs force you back into the game. Start planning now to ensure your early retirement is forever.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Thinking of a New Car in Retirement? Why GM's Latest News Matters
The retirement car conundrum: buy outright or finance your next ride?
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Denmark Raised the Social Security Age to 70. Should the US Do the Same?
Social Security is facing a shortfall. One idea is to raise the retirement age, as Denmark did recently, but would it work in America?
By Donna Fuscaldo
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The Five Most Expensive States For Retirees (And How Much Extra You Need)
Outliving your retirement savings is a real fear, especially if you live in these four states and Washington, D.C.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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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?
By Donna Fuscaldo
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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.
By Donna Fuscaldo
