the Editors of Kiplinger's Retirement Report

If you don't make the right choices, you could end up with high Medicare premiums and big out-of-pocket costs.

If you’re still working and claim Social Security early, your benefits could be reduced, at least temporarily.

Claiming Social Security benefits at the right time means more money in your pocket. Here's a guide to everything from knowing your full retirement ag…

Medicare Part A and Part B leave some pretty significant gaps in your health-care coverage. Here's a closer look at what isn't covered by Medicare.

Reverse mortgages can be complicated so it’s imperative that you understand how the loan is repaid, the monthly costs and potential scams to look out …

Retirement savers who are 72 must start withdrawing funds from tax-advantaged retirement accounts. Here’s what you need to know about required minimum…

A Roth IRA can be a great way to save for retirement since the accounts have no required minimum distributions and you withdraw the money tax-free.

The 401(k) contribution limit stayed the same for 2021. But workers 50 and older can save an extra amount for retirement.

A traditional IRA can be a powerful retirement-savings tool but you need to understand contribution limits, RMDs, rules for beneficiaries under the SE…

Free video conferencing apps have become household names this year as Americans turned to them for virtual gatherings throughout the year.

The CARES Act made 2020 required minimum distributions optional. But what are your next moves?

Income from real estate investment trusts can qualify for a new tax deduction on 2018 returns.

How to avoid the 10% early-withdrawal penalty when you tap your former employer's 401(k).

Heading into retirement brings a slew of new topics to grapple with, and one of the most maddening may be Medicare.

Generally, the higher the value of your donation, the more records you'll need to gather.

Up to 85% of your Social Security benefits may be taxable depending on your income in retirement.

Required minimum distributions are annual withdrawals people generally are forced to start taking from tax-deferred retirement accounts, such as tradi…

Medicare plays a critical role in retirees' health care starting at age 65.

What's the best age to claim Social Security benefits?

Depending on your income, you may owe tax on as much as 85% of your Social Security benefits.

For early claimers, some kinds of income can temporarily reduce your Social Security benefits.

Answers to real-life questions about Social Security claiming strategies.

What you need to know about Medicare premiums -- and how to reduce yours under certain circumstances.

It pays to know how much you might pay in state and local taxes before you move.

Tax-free income is a dream of every taxpayer.