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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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.
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 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
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Baby Boomers vs. Gen X: How They Approach Retirement DifferentlyOne 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 MistakeInterview 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 PitfallsBefore 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 NowGet 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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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, CryptocurrencyPresident 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 InvestmentsFrom 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 RetirementFollow these three steps to ensure you are emotionally and financially prepared for your passion in 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 KnowA 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 SpendingWith 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 HappenSome 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 PlanningDon'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 MattersThe retirement car conundrum: buy outright or finance your next ride?
By Donna Fuscaldo
