Latest articles by Kathryn Pomroy
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Eight 401(k) Mistakes That Can Tank Your Retirement
401(k) mistakes like cashing out early and not taking advantage of an employer match can upend your retirement.
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Why More People Fear Going Broke in Retirement Than Dying
Inflation, taxes and Social Security are the three top concerns for retirees, according to the 2025 Allianz Annual Retirement Study
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Cash Balance Pension Plans: the Smart Way to Turbocharge Your Retirement
Cash balance plans can significantly boost your retirement strategy if you want a reliable, guaranteed income stream.
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Already Hit Your 401(k) Limit in 2025? Here's What to Do Next
Maxed out your 401(k) contributions, but still want to tuck away money for retirement? Here are seven ways you can take advantage of being a super saver.
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Six Winning Moves to Land a Job After 50
To land a great job regardless of your age, follow these best practices to demonstrate your competency and eliminate biases
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Retirement in the Age of Cyber Scams: How to Protect Your Next Chapter
Retirement is meant to be a time of relaxation and living life on your terms. But for many retirees, this dream is under threat from a growing epidemic — cyber scams.
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How to Turn Your Retirement Dreams into Reality (Despite Your Fears)
Stressing over shrinking savings, rising healthcare costs, or losing your purpose can give you chills, but smart money moves can lead to financial freedom and a happy retirement.
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Why Splurging in Retirement is Totally Worth It
Splurging on yourself is okay when it fits your budget, as it can enhance your happiness and reward your hard work without compromising financial security.
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Seven Great Places to Retire in Florida
Retirement The Sunshine State remains a beacon for retirees, offering warm weather, sandy beaches, and a relatively low cost of living. Here's a look at where to live.
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Could a Micro-Retirement Be the Refresh You Need?
Don't wait until you turn 65: More people are taking "micro-retirements," or short, strategic breaks, years before they retire.
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Best Home Rental Websites and Apps 2025
The best home rental websites and apps, such as Rent.com, Apartment Guide, Airbnb and Vrbo, can make finding a home or vacation rental a whole lot easier.
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Inherited a House? Here's How to Decide What to Do With It
When you inherit a property, the decision to keep, rent or sell can feel overwhelming, especially when emotions are involved. Here's what you need to consider.
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How the One Big Beautiful Bill Act Will Reshape 529 Plans
The new One Big Beautiful Bill Act, now signed into law, will change 529 plan rules as early as this summer. What does that mean for you?
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California, South Florida, Long Island, New Jersey: The Places People Are Leaving in Droves in 2025
Skyrocketing costs and shifting priorities mean people are packing up and leaving some cities and states in droves, while others are flocking to more affordable or lifestyle-friendly destinations.
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Amazon vs Walmart: Who Has the Cheaper Prices?
Amazon handily beat Walmart for the lowest prices on food and consumables, a study shows. In other categories, things tightened up.
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Amazon Prime Day 2025: Should You Sign Up Before the Big Sale?
Becoming an Amazon Prime member affords you dozens of perks. Amazon Prime Day 2025 is four days this year - running from July 8-11. Is it worth it to sign up before, or during, the big sale?
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Is a Starter 401(k) Right for Your Retirement Plan?
Starter 401(k) plans make it easier for employers to offer a retirement plan to employees and for employees to save for their future.
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10 Best Free (or Cheap) Online Classes for Seniors and Retirees
Boost your skills with these free or nearly-free online classes — perfect for knowledge seeking retirees
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Planning a Summer Road Trip? Here's How to Cut Costs
Drivers expect to spend about $2 per mile on average, or about $1,000 on road trips this summer, according to an Experian survey.
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What Is the Magic Number You Need to Retire Comfortably?
The dream of retiring comfortably has become a bit less expensive for most Americans, study shows.
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What Trump Has Done With Medicare So Far
Since President Trump was sworn into office for a second term, he has proposed or initiated changes impacting Medicare. Here's the latest roundup.
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What Is a Safe Harbor 401(k)?
Part of the Small Business Job Protection Act, this type of 401(k) makes it easier for small businesses to offer retirement plans to their employees.
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Thrift Savings Plan Contribution Limits for 2025
Thrift Savings Plan contribution limits are rising to $23,500 in 2025, up from $23,000 in 2024. Plus, new catch-up limits for people 60-63.
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10 Reasons to Leave Your Heirs a Roth IRA
Including a Roth IRA in your estate plan has clear tax advantages, which can be passed along to your heirs for years to come. But if passed down incorrectly, your heirs won’t reap the full benefits.
