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Retirement

News, insights and expert analysis on retirement from the team at Kiplinger.

The Average Social Security Check by Age

Compare your average Social Security check with others of your age, and plan for the future.

Quiz Take our RMD quiz to test your retirement tax knowledge. Learn about RMD rules, IRS deadlines, and tax penalties that could shrink your savings.

Medicare Premiums 2026: IRMAA Brackets and Surcharges for Parts B and D

Will you have to pay the monthly Medicare premium surcharge next year? It depends.
You Don't Need a Billion to Retire in the Hamptons: Finding the Right Town for Your Budget

Yes, it's favored by the rich and famous, but retiring in the Hamptons may not be out of your league. Here's a guide to affordability and and who is happiest living there.
Is Fear of Social Security Running Out of Money Hurting You?

Bipartisan collaboration on a mix of reforms will likely be needed to keep the system solvent and benefits intact.

Gen X Turns 60: It's Time to Remix Your Retirement Playlist

If you want a worry-free retirement, you can't keep playing the same old song. You need to freshen up your financial strategies, as well as your music.
This 3-Part Retirement 'Crash Plan' Helps Cushion Turbulence

Having a plan ready to go when markets get wild — covering how you'll handle income, rebalancing and taxes — can be the ultimate retirement secret weapon.
New SECURE 2.0 Super 401(k) Catch-Up Contribution for Ages 60-63

Retirement Savings SECURE 2.0 changes will allow older workers to increase their retirement savings. Here's what you need to know.

Retirement Savings

Roth IRA Contribution Limits for 2026

Roth IRAs Roth IRAs allow you to save for retirement with after-tax dollars while you're working, and then withdraw those contributions and earnings tax-free when you retire. Here's a look at 2026 limits and income-based phaseouts.

Roth IRAs
The 10-Year Rule for Inherited IRAs

Kiplinger Tax Letter The IRS’ interpretation of the 10-year clean-out rule on inherited IRAs can be complicated.

Kiplinger Tax Letter
Trump Deal: Medicare to Cover Obesity Drugs for as Little as $50. What You Need to Know

Trump's deal slashes GLP-1 drug costs for Medicare beneficiaries and others, unlocking coverage for millions with obesity and related conditions.