Retirement
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I Drive and Collect Classic Cars: Here’s How I Got Started
Are classic cars a hobby or an investment strategy — or both? Either way, the vintage car scene is much cooler and more affordable than you think.
By Benjamin Tice Smith
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States That Don't Tax Pension Income in 2026
Retirement Taxes Over a dozen states don't tax pension income regardless of your age or how much money you have.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez
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Forget Financial Forecasts: Focus on These 3 Goals for Success
We know the economy is unpredictable and markets will do what they do, no matter who predicts what. Here's how to focus on what you can control.
By Mallon FitzPatrick, CFP®, AEP®, CLU®
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Why In-Person Financial Guidance Remains the Gold Standard
Face-to-face conversations between advisers and clients provide the human touch that encourages accountability and a real connection.
By Jon Hammel
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How You Can Turn Your Home Equity Into a Retirement Buffer
If you're one of the many homeowners who has the bulk of your net worth tied up in your home equity, you might consider using that equity as a planning tool.
By Dan Anderson
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Phased Retirement: Why Easing Into Retirement Might Be Your Best Move
If retiring cold turkey isn’t for you, consider a phased retirement that lets you scale back at work and ease into retirement before eventually stepping away completely.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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States That Won't Tax Your Retirement Income in 2026
Retirement Tax Several states don’t tax Social Security benefits, 401(k)s, IRAs, and pensions. But you may still have to pay state taxes on some incomes.
By Kate Schubel
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Retirement Calculator: How Much Do I Need to Retire?
Tools Our Retirement Calculator helps you estimate the future value of your retirement savings and how much you need to save each month to reach your retirement goal.
By Ellen B. Kennedy
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We're retired and mortgage-free, but he wants to downsize.
We've paid off our mortgage, have $970K in savings and $5K each month from Social Security. Kiplinger asked wealth planners for advice.
By Maurie Backman
