Latest articles by Jackie Stewart
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Roth IRA Contribution Limits for 2022
Roth IRAs Now's the time to make sure you've contributed the right amount to your Roth IRA.
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401(k) Contribution Limits Rising Next Year
401(k)s Workers saving for retirement have a reason to rejoice over the 401(k) contribution limits for 2022 and can expect even more next year.
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RV Insurance: Everything You Must Know
insurance Selecting the right RV insurance is a big decision to protect your investment. Here's what you should know about the costs and different coverage types.
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The Murky Rules Behind Financial Apps
Technology "Neobanks" and other fintechs operate in a regulatory gray area, with less oversight. That can sometimes leave customers in limbo when there's a problem.
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SIMPLE IRA Contribution Limits for 2022
simple IRA The maximum amount workers at small businesses can contribute to a SIMPLE IRA increased by $500 for 2022.
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Age Bias in the Workplace: Still a Battle for Older Workers
Making Your Money Last Many older Americans face age bias in the workplace even though federal law prohibits discriminating against workers 40 and older.
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3 Paths for Getting Vision Insurance in Retirement
Healthy Living on a Budget Medicare Part B's restrictive coverage of vision care means you'll have to find a different route to get the right insurance. Here's some guidance.
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The Ins and Outs of Self-Insurance in Retirement
Long-Term Care Insurance The costs of long-term care are already exorbitant and will only get worse. Follow this guidance to get in front of the issue.
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Getting Around the Stretch IRA Block
Making Your Money Last Leaving behind a huge tax bill for your heirs with the stretch IRA scuttled? Here are some ways around it as lawmakers consider an updated SECURE Act.
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5 Fixes That Could Help Save Medicare
Medicare There have been dire warnings about the overall health of Medicare for years, yet policymakers have been slow to act. Here's how Congress can shore up the program.
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4 (Imperfect) Ways Retirees Can Pay for Dental Care
health insurance Since Medicare doesn't provide dental benefits, seniors must consider other options to cover this need.
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13 Money-Saving Travel Tips for Retirees
travel Globetrotting in your golden years doesn't have to cost a fortune. Here are some ways to cut down on your travel expenses.
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What to Do When a Family Member Needs a Guardian
estate planning Seeking a guardianship for a loved one is a decision that shouldn't be taken lightly. Here's how the process works.
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Medicare to Consider Lowering Part B Premiums
Medicare Beneficiaries could see a reduced Part B premium after Biogen announced it would slash the price of its expensive, and controversial, new Alzheimer's treatment, Aduhelm.
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Traditional IRA Contribution Limits for 2022
traditional IRA Once again, retirement savers won’t be able to contribute more to traditional IRAs this year, but changes to how they work may be coming.
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Roth 401(k) Contribution Limits for 2022
retirement plans The Roth 401(k) contribution limit for 2022 is increasing, and workers who are 50 and older can save even more.
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403(b) Contribution Limits for 2022
retirement plans Teachers and nonprofit workers can contribute more to a 403(b) retirement plan in 2022 than they could in 2021.
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457 Contribution Limits for 2022
retirement plans State and local government workers can contribute more to their 457 plans in 2022 than in 2021.
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Thrift Savings Plan Contribution Limits for 2022
retirement plans Federal workers and military personnel can save more in their TSP retirement accounts in 2022.
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Roth IRA Basics: 11 Things You Must Know
Financial Planning A Roth IRA can be a great way to save for retirement since the accounts have no required minimum distributions and you withdraw the money tax-free.
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Roth IRA Basics: 11 Things You Must Know
Financial Planning A Roth IRA can be a great way to save for retirement since the accounts have no required minimum distributions and you withdraw the money tax-free.
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The Basics of Required Minimum Distributions: 12 Things You Must Know About RMDs
Financial Planning Retirement savers who are 72 must start withdrawing funds from tax-advantaged retirement accounts. Here’s what you need to know about required minimum distributions and how to minimize your tax bill.
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The Basics of Required Minimum Distributions: 12 Things You Must Know About RMDs
Financial Planning Retirement savers who are 72 must start withdrawing funds from tax-advantaged retirement accounts. Here’s what you need to know about required minimum distributions and how to minimize your tax bill.
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Traditional IRA Basics: 10 Things You Must Know
Basics A traditional IRA can be a powerful retirement-savings tool but you need to understand contribution limits, RMDs, rules for beneficiaries under the SECURE Act and more.
