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Eileen Ambrose

Senior Editor, Kiplinger's Personal Finance

Ambrose joined Kiplinger in June 2017 from AARP, where she was a writer and senior money editor for more than three years. Before that, she was a personal finance columnist and reporter at , and a reporter and assistant business editor at . Ambrose has a master's degree in journalism from the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University, and a bachelor's degree in art history from Indiana University.

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401(k)s

How Much Can You Contribute to a 401(k) for 2019?

The 401(k) contribution limit increased by $500 to $19,000 for 2019. Workers 50 and older can save an extra $6,000 for retirement.

January 10, 2020

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college

Documents that Parents and College Students Need

Here are a few documents that families will need if parents are to remain involved in the medical and financial affairs of a child who has reached adu…

October 28, 2019

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retirement

The Benefits of Being FIRE-ish

You can adapt the Financial Independence, Retire Early movement to fit your lifestyle.

October 3, 2019

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retirement

Live Well Without Running Out of Money in Retirement

These money-generating tactics will help retirement savers enjoy their golden years without stressing over cash.

September 17, 2019

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stocks

Why Stocks Are Best Held in a Roth IRA

Holding stocks in a Roth IRA makes the most of this tax-free account's features.

August 29, 2019

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retirement

A Break on Inherited IRAs Could Disappear

Congress takes aim at the so-called stretch IRA.

August 1, 2019

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retirement

Claim Social Security at the Right Time

Retirees are forfeiting an average of $111,000 per household by filing for benefits early.

August 1, 2019

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retirement

Savannah, Ga.: A Smart Place to Retire

This city’s well-known historical district offers plenty of fascinating museums and local traditions.

July 9, 2019

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investing

When to Fire Your Adviser

Here are six signs that the relationship with your financial professional is not working.

July 3, 2019

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spending

Smart Ways to Give (or Lend) Money to Family

Keep good records, and don’t hand over money you can’t afford to lose.

June 6, 2019

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retirement

What to Do If You Have to Retire Early

Life throws you a curveball, and you end up leaving the workforce earlier than planned. Here’s what to do next.

May 21, 2019

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retirement

How to Avoid Required Distributions from a Roth 401(k)

Rolling a Roth 401(k) into a Roth IRA can eliminate required distributions for investors who want their money to continue to grow tax-free.

May 13, 2019

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retirement

Retiring to Become a Caregiver

Know your options and resources to help you in your new role.

May 9, 2019

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business

How to Make a Million (or More!)

Four success stories — and guidance on how you, too, could reach this milestone.

April 5, 2019

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retirement

FIRE Savers Race to Retirement

The Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) movement is catching on with a new generation that is redefining what it means to be retired.

March 21, 2019

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credit & debt

Expect Aftershocks From the Government Shutdown

The next concern: Economists worry that lawmakers will fail to reach a debt-ceiling deal.

March 7, 2019

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personal finance

Managing a Financial Hardship: Real Life Stories

If you get laid off or are hit with a major household expense, do you have enough saved to help cover expenses? Here’s how three people were able to c…

March 6, 2019