Retirement
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Created Your Will? Why Your Heirs Could Still Face Major DelaysA will alone doesn’t mean your heirs can easily or quickly access your estate. If you want to leave funds for a funeral, here’s what to do instead.
By Paige Cerulli
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Finding Purpose In Retirement: Why Hobbies Aren't EnoughA fulfilling retirement isn't just about filling your days with hobbies, but finding purposeful engagement that offers challenge, growth and accountability.
By Richard P. Himmer, PhD
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Why a Retirement ‘Magic Number’ May Be the Wrong TargetIs your retirement goal a "magic number" you think you need to be comfortable? You need a plan based on your own life, not someone else's arbitrary benchmark.
By Michael Cherny
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How to Build a 'Launch Fund' for Your Kids or GrandkidsFrom 529 rollovers to custodial accounts, financial experts explain how to set young adults up for true financial independence.
By Maurie Backman
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How to Prepare Yourself and Your Family for Long-Term CareLong-term care involves dealing with doctors, managing medications, arranging transportation and finding a facility. How should you and your family prepare?
By Chad Ensign, Investment Adviser Representative
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The 7 Best-Paying Side Gigs For RetireesIf you're worried you won't have enough saved for a comfortable retirement, or that life after work will be boring, these well-paid roles could be the answer.
By Brian O'Connell
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Estate Planning Checklist: 13 Smart MovesFollow this estate planning checklist to hold on to more of your hard-earned money for both you (and your heirs).
By Janet Kidd Stewart
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Don't Miss Out! A Quiz on Medicare Enrollment DeadlinesQuiz Test your basic knowledge of Medicare enrollment periods in our quick quiz.
By Donna LeValley
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Medigap vs Medicare Open Enrollment: What's the Difference?Nearly 10,000 people in America turn 65 every day. Why is that significant? It signals Medicare eligibility and shines a light on Medicare supplement insurance, known as Medigap.
By Kathryn Pomroy




