Alina Tugend
Contributing Writer, Kiplinger's Personal Finance
Alina Tugend writes regularly on education, personal business and a variety of other subjects for the New York Times, the Chronicle of Higher Education, Kiplinger and other national publications. From 2005 to 2015, she wrote the biweekly Shortcuts column for the New York Times business section, which received the Best in Business Award for personal finance by the Society of American Business Editors and Writers. In 2011, Riverhead published Tugend's first book, Better by Mistake: The Unexpected Benefits of Being Wrong. Her work for the Atlantic, the Los Angeles Times, the Washington Post and other national media can be seen at www.alinatugend.com.
Are There Cracks in Your Pension Plan?
retirement
Are There Cracks in Your Pension Plan?
You're counting on pension benefits in retirement. But how secure is your pension plan? We offer some guidance, including a pension calculator, to hel…
December 28, 2020
A Memoir to Record Your Life Story
Basics
A Memoir to Record Your Life Story
Engaging with a company that will write your life story could be a lasting gift to yourself or a family member.
December 18, 2020
When Only One Spouse Retires
Making Your Money Last
When Only One Spouse Retires
Retirement in any form can upend a couple’s relationship, but when both spouses used to work full-time and only one retires, that reconfiguration rais…
November 20, 2020
Insurance for Long-Term Care at Home
retirement
Insurance for Long-Term Care at Home
In the wake of COVID-wracked nursing homes, increasingly more people are looking at options to age in place with long-term care insurance.
September 17, 2020
When Elder Care Requires Legal Advice
Caregiving
When Elder Care Requires Legal Advice
Consult an elder care lawyer preemptively to avoid making a panicked phone call in the moment.
September 15, 2020
Back in School Decades Later
Empty Nesters
Back in School Decades Later
Getting a degree or certificate in retirement or later in life can have its advantages.
September 2, 2020
Sandwich Generation Faces Caregiving Challenges
Caregiving
Sandwich Generation Faces Caregiving Challenges
The sandwich generation has it tough in the best of times. The pandemic has made it even tougher.
August 26, 2020
Don’t Be a ‘Helicopter Child’ in Retirement
Caregiving
Don’t Be a ‘Helicopter Child’ in Retirement
Signs and signals you're hovering over your aging parents and infantilizing them.
August 26, 2020
Pass Along Life Lessons With an Ethical Will
retirement
Pass Along Life Lessons With an Ethical Will
Create a legacy letter to communicate values, experiences and life lessons to your family.
June 9, 2020
Great Jobs for Retirees
retirement
Great Jobs for Retirees
Whether you are looking for an encore career or a low-stress job to supplement your income, here’s how to find the perfect gig.
June 3, 2020
How to Participate in a Clinical Trial
retirement
How to Participate in a Clinical Trial
New policies and guidelines emerge to ensure that more people, especially those age 65 and older, are included in clinical trials.
May 6, 2020
Tips for Dating Later in Life
retirement
Tips for Dating Later in Life
Dating as an older adult can be both easier and more difficult than it is for younger adults.
February 10, 2020
Test-Drive Your Retirement
retirement
Test-Drive Your Retirement
Before you quit your job, try out your new budget and your new lifestyle.
December 23, 2019