Latest articles by Kathryn Pomroy
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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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What Trump Has Done With Social Security So Far
Since President Trump took office, he has proposed or initiated changes to how Social Security functions. Here's a roundup.
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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
Check out these free or affordable online classes for retirees and grab some extra smarts.
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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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Best Amazon Prime Day Early Deals
Check out our picks for some of the best Amazon Prime Day early deals on everything from tech to home improvement and leisure items on Amazon Prime Day 2025 from July 8-11.
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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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Can Both Spouses Collect Social Security Benefits? Quick Facts You Need
Both spouses can receive Social Security based on their individual earnings records and at what age they claim benefits
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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.
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Where to Retire For the Perfect Mix of Health and Happiness
Utah tops the list for having the happiest retirees, while Minnesota ranks high for best overall healthcare. Where does your state rank?
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What Does It Really Take to Retire Rich?
With enough time and consistency, even an average income can lead to a wealthy retirement.
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Should You Contribute to a 401(k) Without Employer Matching?
Even without a company match, money socked away in a 401(k) can still be a great investment if your goal is long-term retirement savings.
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This Retirement Plan Makes It Easier to Switch Jobs and Take Your Savings With You
Portable Retirement Plans allow employees to take their retirement savings with them when they change jobs without losing their accumulated savings.
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Get a Free Will or Trust, Online, in Under an Hour
Create a state-specific, attorney-approved will or living trust — at no cost and in less than one hour — with Fifth Third Bank.
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The 401(k) Option Few Plans Offer, But Most People Want
In addition to traditional holdings, employees want retirement plans that offer options for converting savings into guaranteed monthly income that never runs out.
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40 Memorial Day Deals and Discounts
As Memorial Day weekend begins, find deals and discounts on dozens of items from Amazon, Costco, Best Buy, Target and more.
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Over Half of Americans Stumble Financially After Losing a Loved One. Are You Prepared?
Losing a loved one can be overwhelming, and for many, it also puts an unexpected strain on their finances, a study shows.
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New Bill Would Lower Age to Contribute to 401(k)s to 18 from 21. What You Need to Know
The bipartisan Helping Young Americans Save for Retirement Act would lower the minimum age for participants in workplace retirement plans from 21 to 18.
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How to Age Gracefully: Learn from Bill Gates, the Who and David Attenborough
Getting old isn’t nearly as bad as many people think it will be. Nor is it quite as good. Maybe it’s somewhere in between.
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Could a Golden Visa Be Your Ticket to Retiring Abroad?
Trump and DOGE are weighing a U.S. "Gold Card" that would let the wealthy emigrate to the U.S. for a fee. But golden visas have been around for years worldwide. Here's how they work.
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You Could Live a Century. Here's How to Plan for Your Retirement.
Your retirement planning needs a longevity check, according to a new study. Here's what you can do.
