Jackie Stewart
Jackie Stewart is the senior retirement editor for Kiplinger.com and the senior editor for Kiplinger's Retirement Report. She was previously the managing editor of the Credit Union Journal and a contributing editor to American Banker for two years. Before that, she covered breaking news, community banks and mergers and acquisitions for American Banker for seven years. Jackie is a 2006 graduate of Northwestern University.
Latest articles by Jackie Stewart
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How the Senior Safe Act Protects Your Finances
Scams The law encourages employees of financial services firms to report cases of suspected elder financial abuse, hopefully leading to more prosecutions of the criminals involved.
By Jackie Stewart • Last updated
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SECURE Act 2.0: 14 Ways the Proposed Law Could Change Retirement Savings
retirement plans The House-passed bill would automatically enroll some workers in retirement plans, raise the mandatory age for RMDs, and much more.
By Jackie Stewart • Published
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5 Signs You Should Fire Your Financial Adviser
retirement planning A strong relationship with a financial adviser you trust matters more the closer you get to retirement. Here are some of the reasons it may be time for you to part ways.
By Jackie Stewart • Last updated
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The Challenges and Joys for Grandparents Raising Grandkids
retirement Grandparents, who are unexpectedly caring for grandchildren, face a number of legal and financial obstacles. It's essential they seek out support.
By Jackie Stewart • Published
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How to Estimate Your Social Security Benefits
social security There are a few tools you can use to calculate your Social Security benefits, including signing up for a my Social Security account.
By Jackie Stewart • Last updated
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Surprise Medical Bills Are Coming to an End
health insurance With the No Surprises Act taking effect in 2022, patients will no longer live in fear of receiving an unexpected and exorbitant medical bill for emergency care and other ancillary services.
By Jackie Stewart • Published
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How to Apply for a Social Security Card Replacement
Basics Applying for a Social Security replacement card, especially online, can be fairly straightforward. You just need the right documentation on hand.
By Jackie Stewart • Published
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Reverse Mortgages: 10 Things You Must Know
Making Your Money Last Reverse mortgages can be complicated so it’s imperative that you understand how the loan is repaid, the monthly costs and potential scams to look out for.
By Jackie Stewart • Published
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Reverse Mortgages: 10 Things You Must Know
Making Your Money Last Reverse mortgages can be complicated so it’s imperative that you understand how the loan is repaid, the monthly costs and potential scams to look out for.
By Jackie Stewart • Published
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SIMPLE IRA Contribution Limits for 2021
Financial Planning The maximum amount workers at small businesses can contribute to a SIMPLE IRA for 2021 remained the same as the prior year.
By Jackie Stewart • Published
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401(k) Contribution Limits for 2021
Financial Planning The 401(k) contribution limit stayed the same for 2021. But workers 50 and older can save an extra amount for retirement.
By Jackie Stewart • Published
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SEP IRA Contribution Limits for 2021
Financial Planning The maximum SEP IRA contribution is higher this year than it was for 2020.
By Jackie Stewart • Published
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Thrift Savings Plan Contribution Limits for 2021
Financial Planning Federal workers and military personnel can save the same amount in their TSP retirement accounts this year as 2020.
By Jackie Stewart • Published
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403(b) Contribution Limits for 2021
Financial Planning Teachers and nonprofit workers can contribute the same amount to a 403(b) retirement plan in 2021 as they could last year.
By Jackie Stewart • Published
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Roth 401(k) Contribution Limits for 2021
Financial Planning The Roth 401(k) contribution limit stayed the same this year. Workers 50 and older can save an extra amount for retirement.
By Jackie Stewart • Published
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Roth IRA Contribution Limits for 2021
Financial Planning The Roth IRA contribution limit remains the same for 2021 as it was for 2020. Retirement savers 50 and older can contribute an extra amount.
By Jackie Stewart • Published
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Traditional IRA Contribution Limits for 2021
Financial Planning The contribution limit for traditional IRAs remains the same for this year as 2020.
By Jackie Stewart • Published
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457 Contribution Limits for 2021
Financial Planning The amount state and local government workers can contribute to their 457 plans remains the same as 2020.
By Jackie Stewart • Published
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SEP IRA Contribution Limits for 2022
SEP IRA A good option for small business owners, SEP IRAs allow individual annual contributions of as much as $61,000 a year
By Jackie Stewart • Published