Latest articles by Jane Bennett Clark
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6 Reasons Your Social Security Benefits May Be Smaller Than You Expect
retirement You follow the rules as best you can and figure you’ll get what you’re entitled to when you finally claim Social Security.
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Moving to Be Near the Grandkids
retirement Pulling up roots to be near the children and grandchildren is a huge decision. Don’t let a brilliant idea dazzle you into getting it wrong.
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Merging Their Money and Their Goals
savings Here's how a young saver made the most of $25,000 -- and successfully joined his financial life with that of his significant other.
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6 Steps to Retire When You Want
Making Your Money Last If you hope to quit your job earlier rather than later, here's how to make it work.
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6 Reasons to Work Past Retirement Age
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Avoid Social Security Screwups
retirement Most people don’t know even the basic rules of Social Security. That can lead to filer’s remorse—and thousands of forgone dollars.
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How One Family Navigated the Rocky U.S. Economy
savings Things were looking grim before this family made a business move that actually helped them benefit from the recession.
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Savers Get a Break on IRA Rollovers
retirement Missed the deadline? The IRS may cut you some slack.
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The Best Travel Discounts for Seniors, 2016
Travel Travelers who are age 62 and older are in for some sweet deals.
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7 Steps to a Happy Retirement
retirement You wouldn't dream of running a marathon without undergoing months of training.
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Retirees, It's Okay to Spend
retirement Most retirees of moderate means, as well as those who are affluent, don't even spend all of their income, much less draw down the principal in their nest egg.
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8 Social Security Myths Debunked
social security Social Security provides critical benefits to more than 50 million people a year; almost 170 million workers contribute a chunk of their paycheck, to the tune of $900 billion annually, to keep those benefits flowing.
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Tax Tips for Surviving Spouses
taxes How to pass on more than $10 million estate-tax-free.
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How to Pick the Right Retirement Date
retirement Make sure your retirement date doesn't cause you to leave money on the table. Here's what to consider.
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Ways Your Employer Can Help You Plan for Retirement
retirement Overwhelmed by your impending retirement? Your employer may be able to assist with the transition.
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7 Important Steps to Take in the Year Before You Retire
retirement The most critical phase of retirement may just be the year before you leave your job. Use the time to get your plan squared away.
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How Couples Can Retire in Harmony
retirement Strategies to get on the same page – or chart a new course.
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Smart Financial Moves for Surviving Spouses
savings Here’s how one couple prepared for the worst and how one spouse coped with being a survivor.
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Financial To-Do List for Surviving Spouses
savings Take these seven steps to take charge of money matters when your husband or wife passes away.
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Do You Still Need an Emergency Fund as You Get Older?
Financial Planning Most people approaching retirement have a number of resources to tap if they need money.
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10 Great Colleges That Cost Less Than $20,000
College Rankings Today, trying to find a private college with a sticker price of less than $20,000 a year can feel like hunting for a Tiffany diamond at TJ Maxx.
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What Women Need to Know About Money
retirement Use our six strategies to weave a financial safety net that lasts a lifetime.
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The Surprising Costs of Downsizing Your Home
home Fixing up a house to sell often means spending thousands of dollars in repairs and upgrades.
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5 Money Moves in Your 50s as You Ramp Up to Retirement
retirement A few smart moves can make a huge difference.
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